Organization Background
Aeon is a nonprofit developer, owner and manager of quality, affordable homes in the Twin Cities. Since 1986, the award-winning nonprofit has built or renovated 5,900 apartments and townhomes. These homes provide stability to thousands of people each year. At Aeon, we believe everyone deserves a home. But the threat of homelessness is real. Too many people are struggling to make ends meet. One illness, one day without work, one family emergency, could leave them with nowhere else to go. Together, we will act boldly to create and preserve quality, affordable homes for those who need them most. With Aeon, you'll discover hard work that's worth it. Learn more about Aeon at www.aeon.org.
Position Summary
We are looking for an exceptional business leader who has a demonstrated commitment to working in and with the communities that Aeon serves. This culturally competent, multifamily professional will be an integral part of Aeon's Property Operations leadership team. The team's mission is to provide high quality, sustainable affordable housing. We achieve high standards of excellence through strong resident relationships, resourceful management, intentional staff mentorship and dedication to Aeon's mission and values. The Portfolio Director will report to Aeon's Senior Portfolio Director.
Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Leadership & Team Development:
- Lead, mentor, and develop site teams, fostering an environment of accountability, continuous learning, and professional growth.
- Build a strong culture of collaboration, integrity, and performance among staff.
- Identify leadership potential within teams, promoting talent development and career paths.
- In partnership with Talent Acquisition, lead and model highly effective and equitable hiring practices.
Property Operations & Management:
- Oversee daily operations of a portfolio of properties, ensuring adherence to Aeon's standards for affordable housing management.
- Partner with on-site managers to ensure properties meet budgetary and operational goals, including occupancy, rent collection, and expenses.
- Conduct site visits, monitor property conditions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Financial & Asset Management:
- Develop and manage annual budgets and long-term financial plans for assigned properties.
- Analyze and optimize property financial performance, leveraging data-driven decision-making.
- Ensure properties operate within established financial guidelines, meeting cash flow and net operating income (NOI) targets.
Resident & Community Relations:
- Build and sustain positive, mutually beneficial relationships with residents, ensuring resident needs are met and concerns are addressed with care and responsiveness.
- Engage with community stakeholders to strengthen Aeon's presence and impact in the neighborhoods it serves.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with Asset Management, Compliance, Maintenance, and other Aeon teams to ensure effective communication and cohesive strategies.
- Collaborate with Property Operations leadership to improve operational efficiencies and standardize best practices.
Skills & Qualifications
We are seeking candidates with a track record of building strong, mutually beneficial relationships and achieving results through empowering and effectively supporting people. The candidate will possess proven success with leading, supervising and mentoring on-site management staff as well as excellent interpersonal, management, and conflict resolution skills. They should be a resourceful problem solver with attention to detail and a seeker of excellence who values results, hard work, customer service and teamwork. Above all, the candidate must have a strong belief in the mission and values of Aeon and in the people and neighborhoods it serves.
In addition, we are looking to identify the following:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in property management as a senior level manager, area manager or regional property manager or related field such as hospitality, senior housing, etc.
- Must have multi-site experience, having managed at least 400-1000+ units.
- Working knowledge of federally assisted housing regulations.
- Proven success in hiring, staff development, leadership, and mentoring.
- Candidate must possess proven abilities in financial analysis, property budgeting and reforecasting with superb attention-to-detail and follow-through.
- Must excel in interpersonal interactions in a manner that is culturally responsive, ensuring consideration for differing needs and expectations of residents, staffs, vendors, community members, etc.
- Results-oriented with demonstrated success balancing all business considerations.
- Must have a demonstrated commitment to learning and participating in Aeon's diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
- Must have valid driver's license, vehicle and vehicle insurance.
- Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to complete tours between properties including but not limited to inspecting grounds, hallways, stairwells, and apartment homes.
- Ability to file, open and close file drawers, and enter data into a computer for extended periods of time.
- Ability to withstand external weather conditions.
Compensation & Location Information
Compensation is commensurate with experience. Aeon offers an impressive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, retirement plan, paid time off and an employee assistance program.
This position requires regular on-site work at our Minnesota properties. Aeon's properties are primarily located in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The candidate is required to travel to and from Aeon properties for regular on-site visits, trainings, and meetings. As such, candidates must either currently reside in and around the Twin Cities metro area, or plan to relocate to accommodate regular planned and unplanned on-site needs.
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Position is open until filled.
Aeon values a diverse work environment. Individuals with disabilities, persons from BIPOC communities, the LGBTQ+ community, and people from underrepresented communities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Aeon is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
Employees and residents are encouraged to apply.
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