Job Description

Regional Affordable Housing Property Manager

Location: Pittsburgh, PA (Home Base)

Regions Covered: Cincinnati, OH • Dayton, OH • Pittsburgh, PA • Charleston, WV

Portfolio: 5 Affordable Housing Communities (200–400 units each)

Travel: Regular regional travel required

Position Overview

The Regional Affordable Housing Property Manager, based in Pittsburgh, is responsible for providing operational, financial, and compliance oversight for a multi-state portfolio of affordable housing communities. This position leads and supports on-site Property Managers, ensuring each property meets occupancy, maintenance, compliance, and financial performance goals. The ideal candidate thrives in a leadership role, is highly knowledgeable in affordable housing programs, and is comfortable traveling throughout the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee operations for 5 affordable housing properties (200–400 units each) across OH, PA, and WV.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and mentor for on-site Property Managers, providing coaching, direction, and performance feedback.
• Ensure full compliance with LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, and other affordable housing regulations.
• Monitor occupancy, leasing performance, waitlist management, renewals, and marketing efforts to maintain high census levels.
• Analyze budgets, financial reports, and property KPIs; recommend strategies to optimize NOI and control expenses.
• Conduct regular site visits across the region—from Pittsburgh as the base location—to inspect properties, meet with teams, and resolve operational challenges.
• Oversee maintenance operations, vendor performance, and capital improvement projects to maintain property quality and curb appeal.
• Ensure accurate use of Yardi , RealPage , or similar property management platforms for reporting, leasing, compliance, and financial tracking.
• Manage compliance processes including certifications, recertifications, and audit readiness.
• Promote resident satisfaction through strong customer service initiatives and community engagement.
• Communicate routinely with ownership, corporate leadership, and site teams on performance, risks, and action plans.
• Support hiring, training, and development of on-site staff across all properties.
• Travel frequently to Cincinnati, Dayton, and Charleston from the Pittsburgh base (estimated 50–70%).

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of multi-site or regional property management experience; affordable housing experience required.
• Strong understanding of LIHTC, HUD, and other affordable housing program rules.
• Experience managing 200+ unit communities.
• Proficiency with Yardi , RealPage , or related platforms.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to guide and develop cross-state teams.
• Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout OH, PA, and WV.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with capital projects and vendor management.
• Financial acumen for budgeting, forecasting, and expense review.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, geographically diverse environment.

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