Now Hiring - Gillespie Recruitment Ltd - Area Property Manager - Lansing in Lansing, MI

Full description of the position

Description: At Gillespie Group, we're making big moves - and none of it happens without expertly managed properties. We want you to join a growing entrepreneurial organization and put your passion for organization and property management to work! CORE VALUES:

• Positive Team Player
• Creative Solution Oriented
• Industrious
• Knowledgeable
• Trustworthy KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Leadership & Team Development
• Provide strong leadership and management for on-site teams, promoting a culture of accountability and performance.
• Interview, hire, train, and develop team members to support business and cultural objectives.
• Lead by example to inspire excellence, uphold company values, and drive staff engagement. Operational & Financial Performance
• Maximize NOI through revenue growth and cost reduction strategies.
• Develop and implement effective pricing strategies and leasing objectives.
• Oversee the preparation of annual budgets, monthly financial reporting, and budget variance analysis.
• Identify opportunities for long-term and short-term operational cost savings. Property Management & Compliance
• Ensure all properties meet Best in Class (BIC) standards, including curb appeal, cleanliness, and adherence to operating and capital budgets.
• Conduct weekly property visits and quarterly site/file audits. Work with the maintenance team for inspection compliance (HUD, Township/City, Internal)
• Maintain compliance with Fair Housing laws, local laws and company policies. Follow safety protocol and processes and oversee team safety compliance.
• Keep teams informed of policy and legal updates and ensure smooth implementation of changes. Customer Service & Community Relations
• Maintain a customer-first approach in all operations and communications.
• Resolve customer concerns promptly and effectively.
• Lead HOA involvement and attend board meetings for designated communities. Team Coordination & Administrative

Duties

• Collaborate closely with Maintenance Supervisors and Facilities team on repair projects and capital improvements.
• Prepare office schedules and delegate daily/weekly tasks to team members.
• Oversee RealPage usage, including daily rent increase reviews and Learning Management System training engagement.

Requirements

: QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4+ years of property management experience; bachelor's degree preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; RealPage or similar software experience a plus
• Strong organizational, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Professional demeanor with a high-energy, positive attitude
• emonstrated leadership in team development and staff motivation
• Proven expertise in sales and marketing with a results-driven approach
• Ability to manage deadlines and adapt in a fast-paced environment Minimum Physical Expectations:
• Physical activity that often requires keyboarding, sitting, phone work, and/or filing
• Physical activity that often requires extensive time working on a computer
• Physical activity that often requires lifting under 25 lbs.
• Physical activity that sometimes requires travel by car
• Physical activity that sometimes requires bending, stooping, reaching, climbing, kneeling, and/or twisting
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.
• Must hear and speak well enough to conduct business over the telephone or face-to-face (in English) for long periods of time. Minimum Environmental Expectations:
• This position will require working indoors
• This is an in-person role and will report to the office for work
• This position requires the ability to handle challenging conversations and effectively de-escalate situations with customers.