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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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Reports To:                    Senior Housing Manager

Status:                             Non-Exempt, Full-time

Housing:                          Not applicable

How to Apply: Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Please submit your resume (and cover letter-optional). Only complete applications will be considered.

SCIDpda Mission: Seattle Chinatown International District Preservation and Development Authority (SCIDpda), a 50-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 Nature & Scope: The Seattle Chinatown International District Preservation & Development Authority (SCIDpda) is seeking Building Manager.  This position will be responsible for all compliance aspects of the Atlas Apartments (50%) and provide input and back up coverage for general housing operations (50%) .

Essential Duties:

• Promptly respond to resident issues, requests and building emergencies
• Ensure that the building’s units, as well as common areas, outside areas, and offices are kept clean, secure, and in good repair by conducting regular building walk-throughs, perimeter checks, and unit inspections
• Lease vacant units – show available units, screen prospective residents for eligibility requirements, and respond to housing inquiries
• Collect rent and maintain accurate recordkeeping related to resident accounts, files, and on-site records
• Assist with move-in and move-out processes; perform/coordinate unit turnovers, including cleaning and light painting; conduct new resident orientations; conduct move-in and move-out inspections
• Support and enforce all building rules and regulations; prepare notices, work with Senior Housing Manager regarding lease violations and other issues
• Apply training in conflict resolution, landlord/tenant law, Fair Housing, Low Income Housing Tax Credit program compliance and HUD regulations.
• Maintain complete individual tenant files including all income and household eligibility information for tenants.
• Act as primary contact with building owners, arrange regular meetings, ensure timely notification of building issues.
• Manage finances; paying bills, helping to develop and implement the budget, monitoring financial statements, purchase office supplies, collect rents, maintain rent roll, and ensure that there is a clear audit trail for all administrative functions.
• Coordinate with maintenance department to monitor ordering and approving repairs, inspecting the condition of building, scheduling maintenance, preparing vacant units for lease, etc.
• Work with residents to access social services as needed.
• Respond to emergencies as needed.
• Provide back up at other buildings as needed.
• Perform department duties such as advertising vacant units, managing HUD waitlist and preparing annual mailings 2x a year.

Qualifications: The individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High school diploma or GED.
• One-year affordable property management experience.
• Ability to speak, read and write in standard business English.
• Ability to problem solve independently.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of and experience working with a diverse population
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to organize time efficiently, prioritize and perform tasks independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Tax credit, HUD Project Based Section 8, and other forms of affordable housing experience.
• 2 years Residential property management experience.
• Experience with property management software

Education & Experience: High school education. Any combination of experience and training that would likely to provide the ability to carry out the essential duties and required knowledge; skills and abilities will be considered.

Licenses or Certificates: None

Physical Demands/Working Conditions: The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee in a Building Manager environment to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Work is performed in a resident building environment with a low to medium noise volume
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to read, speak, stand, walk and sit
• Ability to lift at least 40 pounds, work with cleaning products and paint
• Frequent contact with residents and applicants
• Exposure to a variety of living conditions

Salary Range: $27-32/hr DOE

Benefit: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Group Life Insurance;

Retirement Plan;

PTO;

And others

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.

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

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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.