What are the responsibilities and job description for the Asset Manager position at Vancouver Housing Authority?
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Are you a dynamic, results-driven property management professional? Vancouver Housing Authority (VHA) is seeking a highly motivated Asset Manager for general management and oversight of VHA properties in the third-party managed portfolio by maximizing NOI in accordance with property budgets and policies, as well as minimizing individual property vacancies.
At the Vancouver Housing Authority (VHA), we work closely with local governments and other community partners throughout Clark County to address issues of affordable housing and homelessness and help families break the cycle of poverty. We provide affordable housing and housing assistance to low-income residents in Clark County. This position provides management, direction, and leadership to Property Managers and other assigned staff, ensuring properties are maintained and operated in accordance with VHA objectives and applicable regulatory requirements, including HUD and LIHTC.
Your skills and experience will support our mission as you:
The VHA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
Are you a dynamic, results-driven property management professional? Vancouver Housing Authority (VHA) is seeking a highly motivated Asset Manager for general management and oversight of VHA properties in the third-party managed portfolio by maximizing NOI in accordance with property budgets and policies, as well as minimizing individual property vacancies.
At the Vancouver Housing Authority (VHA), we work closely with local governments and other community partners throughout Clark County to address issues of affordable housing and homelessness and help families break the cycle of poverty. We provide affordable housing and housing assistance to low-income residents in Clark County. This position provides management, direction, and leadership to Property Managers and other assigned staff, ensuring properties are maintained and operated in accordance with VHA objectives and applicable regulatory requirements, including HUD and LIHTC.
Your skills and experience will support our mission as you:
- Monitor and optimize property operations, including maintenance, capital improvements, rent collections, lease administration, budgeting, and marketing.
- Review property financials, budgets, and variance reports; research discrepancies; recommend and implement approved changes. Prepare HUD documentation for renewals, rent adjustments, and utility analyses.
- Ensure adherence to HUD, LIHTC, and other regulatory requirements for occupancy, leasing, inspections, and resident selection policies.
- Develop and manage annual budgets and capital plans; evaluate cost efficiency and operational effectiveness across the portfolio.
- Oversee vendor contracts and service agreements; manage HOA/Condo Association relationships, including budgeting and conflict resolution.
- Address escalated resident concerns professionally; promote positive resident relations and satisfaction.
- Conduct site visits; ensure preventative maintenance programs; maintain VHA standards for unit turns, curb appeal, amenities, and safety.
- Ensure accurate data entry and record keeping for all property-related information.
- Assist with acquisitions, dispositions, and ongoing asset management strategies.
- Provide regular reports and updates to the Director of Property Management.
- A new employee in this position will be paid between $90,949 - $100,044 per year, based on experience. In compliance with the Equal Pay & Opportunities Act, the full salary range for this position is $90,949 - $131,876 per year.
- Full-time, exempt position.
- Eligibility to enroll in our medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance.
- The benefits package also includes 5.58% paid into WA PERS by the employer, 12 company-paid holidays, and generous paid vacation time, as well as separate sick time accrual.
- Meaningful work that addresses affordable housing and homelessness in our community.
- BA in business, finance, accounting, or related subject plus at least 4 years related experience in property management or related environment, and a minimum of 1-year supervisory experience in a housing environment. Alternatively, in lieu of education, 7 years of industry-related experience with a minimum of 3 years of experience supervising staff.
- Experience working within HUD, Section 8, low-income housing tax credits, and other affordable housing requirements.
- Working knowledge of Fair Housing Laws so that policies and actions are administered in compliance with Federal, State, and Local laws.
- Thorough understanding through experience, education, and certification of all HUD regulations as stated in the HUD 4350.3 with regard to subsidized housing occupancy, management, re-certification, EIV, and MOR and REAC Inspections
- Ability to communicate clearly in both oral and written forms with a diverse population.
- Certified Property Manager (CPM) preferred.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and meet VHA auto insurance requirements.
The VHA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
Salary : $90,949 - $131,876