About us

Prak Property Management, Inc. is a small business in Austin, TX. We are professional, collaborative and our goal is to Prak Property primarily specializes in management and consulting services for the affordable housing industry. Our staff are all trained and certified in the areas they are employed. We are fully insured for the protection of our clients and the residents served. We have an outstanding relationship with HUD and expertise in handling HUD compliance issues. We achieve sustainable results for the benefit of the resident class we serve at the property through effective funding increases and efficient control of expenses and marketing outreach for applicants. We take a ‘nuts and bolts’ approach, providing our clients with transparent financials and pragmatic planning for current and future needs or goals. All sites have satisfactory or higher ratings on HUD or TDHCA or local inspections and REAC or physical inspection scores are passing or higher.

Our work environment includes:

• On-the-job training
• Casual work attire
• Safe work environment

Our organization is looking for a Housing Manager to oversee our residences. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the daily operations of our buildings and manage any maintenance issues that may arise. In addition to the daily responsibilities, the Housing Manager will also be tasked with creating and updating procedures to help the team run smoothly and efficiently. This is a great opportunity for an individual who is looking for an exciting job that is both challenging and rewarding.

WE ARE LOOKING TO FILL ONE (1) AFFORDABLE HOUSING MANAGER POSITION

Applicant must have no less than two years work experience in affordable housing with tax credit programs.

Person will be responsible for 2-3 properties in the Austin Metro which will require travel a couple times per week. Office space is provide with all necessary equipment.

Starting wage is strictly based on experience and expertise in the field.

The Occupancy Manager (OM) facilitates the efficient operation of the apartment housing community, ensures proper maintenance of the apartments and encourages involvement in, and enjoyment of, the apartment community by the residents. The OM articulates “the terms and conditions of occupancy” and serves as a liaison between HUD, Managing Agent, and the residents of the apartment community.

To be responsible, under the direction of the Managing Agent or Supervisor, for the overall functions of the physical property, and all areas related to the day-to-day operations of the apartment community. Essential duties & responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Answer telephone, greet walk ins and provide leasing information, applications, etc.
Perform application interviews, process qualified applications including income, asset, medical, previous landlord, background checks and any other verification as deemed necessary to complete the qualifying process.
Maintain accurate and up to date waiting list.
Create/perform move in, interim, annual, initial, and corrected certifications.
Perform annual, move in/out physical inspections of apartments.
Collect monthly rents and do bank deposits.
Maintain monthly Rent Rolls and balance with Resman.
Maintain resident binders.
Run required reports.
Complete Deposit settlements including paperwork required to complete special claims.
Generate monthly rent/utility bills (meter readings), late notices, and proposed terminations.
Generate work orders and maintain monthly log.
Coordinate with contractors as necessary.
Generate newsletters, correspondences to residents, and other notices.
Maintain petty cash account.
Attend/maintain required training.
Mediate conflicts or disputes between residents.
Coordinate and execute city inspections or any other type of inspections as necessary.
Maintain all local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.

Job Requirements
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Education, Training, Experience:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to interact smoothly with tenants and workers, and perform day-to-day operations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. High school education or equivalent required, college preferred.
2. Minimum 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education & experience. Training
in some or all of these areas a plus: ResMan, HUD portal specifically the Real Estate Assessment Center, HUD Handbook 4350.1, Enterprise Income Verification (EIV), SAVE System.
3. Strong management skills; professionalism; good organization; leadership; good communication, interpersonal skills and detail-oriented.
4. Ability to read & interpret documents, basic math ability & reasoning ability.
5. Requires typing, 10 key, and computer proficiency skills.
6. Pre-employment drug testing and background check required.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:
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This job operates in a professional and collaborative office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; stand; walk; bend; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

This position requires the ability to lift up to 25 pounds, open cabinets, doors, windows and bend or stand as necessary. Ability to work in disagreeable outside conditions for a minimal period of time on a daily basis.

This position does require local travel between properties in Austin, current Driver’s License and current Auto Insurance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year
• 2 years
• 3 years
• 4 years
• 5 years

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License and Auto Insurance (Required)

Work Location: In person