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Reports To:                  Co-Executive Director(s)

FLSA Status:               Exempt

SCIDpda Mission:

Seattle Chinatown International District Preservation and Development Authority (SCIDpda), a 48-year-old community development organization, serves one of the city’s most diverse neighborhoods. Its mission is to preserve, promote, and develop the Chinatown International District (CID) as a vibrant community and unique ethnic neighborhood. SCIDpda has been recognized locally and nationally for its innovation in three program areas: property operations, real estate development, and community economic development and engagement.  SCIDpda currently has 50 culturally competent staff, many whom speak a language other than English, which enables them to interact with our community.  Our staff have a deep love for the Chinatown International District, and understand the importance of our organization in serving the district.

General Scope of Work:  The Asset Manager reports to SCIDpda’s Co-Executive Directors and contributes to the mission of SCIDpda by overseeing a diverse portfolio of real estate assets and work with third party management partners to maximize each asset’s potential in areas of revenue, net operating income, capital investments and asset preservation.

Essential Duties:

1. Strategy

• Develop long range plans for new and recapitalized assets to meet owner’s and investor’s goals.
• Develop, implement and oversee strategic business plans for assets in the portfolio including but not limited to; operating budgets, leasing strategy, capital expenditures, and hold/sell analysis, refinancing
• Partner with Director of Property Operations/Property Operations Department to set maintenance standards and ensure these standards are met.
• Annual reporting or quarterly periodic reporting for lenders/investors
• Evaluate property performance relative to forecasts and investment targets.
• Lead and maintain relationships with SCIDpda’s public funders and investors, private lenders, equity providers.
• Work across multiple departments, from Property Operations, Finance/Administration, Community Initiatives to address and solve problems.
• Maintain and manage relationships with third party property management companies.
• Manage the transition of newly built and acquired assets and ensure a smooth and successful transition to property operations.

2. Capital Projects/Improvements

• Maintain up-to-date CNAs for every SCIDpda property
• Plan and lead capital projects process in partnership with property operations and finance departments
• Plan and execute special projects that are a value add to the portfolio
• Work w/ DPO to regularly visit properties to evaluate performance, assess building conditions and resolve issues.

Qualifications: 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.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The qualified candidate will have background and experience in business, planning, and/or organizational management and be proactive, assertive, communicative and possess excellent leadership skills
• Bachelors or Masters degree in Business Administration, Planning, Organizational Management, or related field
• Have excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient with budgets, basic accounting, and/or property management
• Able to collect and synthesize data, prepare reports, engage in critical thinking, and make recommendations to management
• Experience with program reports, government funds, grants, compliance, and financial reports
• Ability to collaborate and work with diverse populations
• Exceptional attention to details to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Demonstrate a “growth mindset”—the ability to take initiative and think critically by identifying, analyzing, and solving problems.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work to meet schedules and timelines.
• Ability to compose, proofread, and edit general correspondence, and routine reports.
• Ability to maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality.

• Intermediate to advanced level of proficiency in MS office Suite i.e., Excel, Word, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Real Estate, Business Administration, Finance or related field or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in Asset Management or similar function in affordable multi-family real estate with two (2) years’ management experience.
• Nonprofit experience is desired.
• Advanced degree in Real Estate is a plus.

This position description generally describes the principle functions of the position, the level of knowledge and skills typically required and the general scope of responsibility.  It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities and should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relieve other employees, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload as needed.

Salary Range: $80,000-$100,000 annually plus an annual bonus of up to 10% of salary based on the organization meeting performance goals.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and employer contribution toward a 401a retirement plan. Cell phone stipend. Generous PTO package.

This position description generally describes the principal functions of the position, the level of knowledge and skills typically required, and the general scope of responsibility.  It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities and should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

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Job Summary: Ensure complete and accurate financial records by applying generally accepted accounting principles to record financial information and prepare financial reports, with limited supervision.

Essential Duties:

· Analyze financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.

· Prepare balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports.

· Maintain general ledger, prepare supporting schedules and reconciliations.

· Prepare and post journal entries to general ledger.

· Perform specialized accounting assignments.

· Coordinate with external auditors.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:

· Thorough understanding of generally accepted accounting principles.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Self-audits for accuracy.

· Problem-solve independently.

· Strong analytical skills.

· Communicate clearly and concisely.

· Prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.

· Maintain confidentiality.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or equivalent.

· 2+ years of experience in accounting preferred

Physical Requirements:

· Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

· Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Total compensation: $60,000 – $65,000 (base salary) plus bonus

Benefits:

· Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

· Group Life and Disability Insurance

· Retirement Plan

· PTO

· FSA

· Bonus

· Hybrid Opportunity

SCIDpda Mission: To preserve, promote and develop the Seattle Chinatown International District as a vibrant community and unique ethnic neighborhood.

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Reports to: Director of Community Development

FSLA Status: Non-exempt, Full-time, Temporary

Duration: June 1, 2025 to July 31, 2026

Compensation Range: $31-$36 per hour DOE plus benefits; start at 30 hours per week with potential
to go to full-time in 2026; overtime work is anticipated during summer of 2026

Work Location: Hybrid until the period of FWC26, at which time it becomes in-person full-time

How to Apply: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please submit your cover
letter and resume to anh@scidpda.org with CID World Cup Coordinator as the subject line. Only
complete applications will be considered.

General Nature and Scope:
The Seattle Chinatown International District Preservation & Development Authority (SCIDpda) is
seeking an experienced community engagement professional to support small businesses of the
Chinatown International District (CID) in preparation for the FIFA World Cup (FWC26) in June and
July 2026.

This position will work closely with the CID Small Business Relief Team, the World Cup Seattle
Local Organizing Committee (LOC), and adjacent neighborhoods in Pioneer Square and SODO to ensure
that small businesses are informed, prepared, and supported before and during the 6 games that
Seattle will host. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is anticipated to welcome over 750,000 visitors to
Seattle and attract 5 billion viewers worldwide.

The Chinatown International District (CID) in Seattle is one of the few historic pan-Asian business
districts in the United States that is still an active immigrant gateway. Approximately 350 out of
450 existing businesses are small, family-owned and operated, Chinese, Vietnamese, Japanese,
Taiwanese, Korean, Thai, Filipino and Laotian immigrant-founded businesses. These mostly small and immigrant &
refugee-owned establishments are an integral factor in preserving, promoting, and developing the
CID as a vibrant community and unique ethnic neighborhood.

Essential Duties:
Essential duties include the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned depending upon project,
client, or work flow needs.

1. Lead and implement culturally competent communication strategies to small businesses
a. Conduct in-person, email, phone, and text outreach to CID’s large small business community.
Outreach is both strategic, in support of FWC26 projects, as well as responsive to business owner
needs and issues that arise.
b. Provide routine availability for 1:1 consultations and advice for businesses to assist in
understanding, planning, preparing for, and getting questions answered about FWC26.
c. Synthesize, support translation, and coordinate the sending of email newsletters and SMS
related to FWC26 news and updates.
i. Work with 3rd party translation and interpretation services as needed.

2. Event Planning & Volunteer Coordination
a. Plan and execute 3 in-person neighborhood Information and Q&A Sessions for businesses and the
Local Organizing Committee in partnership with the CID Small Business Relief Team.
i. Work with 3rd party translation and interpretation services as needed.
b. Plan and execute a series of neighborhood watch parties in partnership with the CID Small
Business Relief Team and other partners.
c. Recruit and coordinate volunteers for neighborhood watch parties.

3. Establish, strengthen, and maintain positive relationships with program partners
a. Build relationships and partnerships with other neighborhood liaisons, small business owners,
FWC26 agencies, City leaders, and CID community-based organizations to advocate for CID small
businesses.
b. Attend meetings with event and project partners to stay updated on FWC26 logistics, updates, and
opportunities.

4. Grants Administration
a. Lead the maintenance of a grants list, reporting calendar, and invoicing requirements for FWC26
grants.
b. Collect and maintain a detailed and accurate record of invoices, budgets, and other required
documents.
c. Maintain contract files for accounting and audit purposes, inclusive of filing original/amended
contracts and copies of all invoices.

5. Other tasks as needed and defined by supervisor

Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.

Qualifications and Skills:
● Competency in conversational Cantonese and/or Mandarin required.
● Traditional or Simplified Chinese literacy is highly desirable, but not required.
● Strong interpersonal skills required and a passion for bringing people togethers.
● Ability to think strategically and to build positive working relationships between multiple
partners and interests.
● Ability to approach challenges creatively and problem solve through issues that arise.
● Excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak effectively in a variety of
situations; write grants, reports, and correspondence; and listen well.
● Strong administrative and organizational skills required.
● Ability to set goals and prioritize multiple tasks to stay focused on benchmarks and deadlines.
● Experience working in a multicultural setting and/or with people from diverse backgrounds,
cultures, and language groups required.
● Knowledge of the Chinatown International District neighborhood is highly desirable.

Licenses or Certificates: None

Working Conditions:
The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee in a business
office environment to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions of the job.
● This position is hybrid until the period of FWC26 (see below), at which time it becomes in
person full-time. Applicants will need to be available to work from SCIDpda’s office at least two
days a week. Work is performed in an office environment with a low noise volume. While performing
the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to read, speak, stand, walk, sit, and
use a computer keyboard and monitor.
● This position also requires in-person outreach throughout the Chinatown International District
neighborhood, which likely requires additional days working in the office and extended periods of
walking outside.
● This role must be fully available during typical business hours for activities on days before and
days of the 6 FWC26 matches in Seattle:
● June 14, 2026
● June 15, 2026
● June 18, 2026
● June 19, 2026
● June 23, 2026
● June 24, 2026
● June 25, 2026
● June 26, 2026
● June 30, 2026
● July 1, 2026
● July 5, 2026
● July 6, 2026

This position description generally describes the principal functions of the position, the level of
knowledge and skills typically required, and the general scope of the responsibility. It is not
intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities and should not be considered an
all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned,
including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relieve other employees, to equalize
peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload as needed.

Benefits (according to working hours):
● Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
● Group Life and Disability Insurance
● Retirement Plan
● PTO
● FSA
● Bonus
● Flexible Working Schedule, Hybrid Opportunity

SCIDpda Mission: To preserve, promote and develop the Seattle Chinatown International District as a
vibrant community and unique ethnic neighborhood.
4/3/2025