Property Manager

Property Management Associates (PMA) is seeking an experienced and motivated Property Manager to oversee three beautiful residential communities totaling 124 units in Santa Monica, California.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced property management professional who enjoys being hands-on, takes pride in their community, and understands that successful property management is about maintaining the property, maximizing occupancy, building strong resident relationships, and keeping operations running smoothly.

This is a live-on-site position and offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on a smaller portfolio while enjoying the benefits of working just a few blocks away from your home--WALKING DISTANCE!

Compensation & Perks

• $24.00–$27.00 per hour
• FREE 1-Bedroom Apartment
• $300 monthly automobile allowance
• Full-time position
• Competitive benefits package
• Opportunity to grow your career with an established property management company

What You'll Do

As Property Manager, you will have responsibility for the day-to-day operations, appearance, leasing, resident relations, and overall performance of the assigned communities.

Responsibilities include:

• Oversee the daily operations of three residential properties totaling 124 units.
• Maintain a strong presence at the properties and provide exceptional service to residents.
• Conduct daily and weekly comprehensive property inspections, with particular attention to preventative maintenance items.
• Identify maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and curb-appeal issues and ensure they are addressed promptly.
• Supervise, coordinate, and schedule maintenance staff and vendors.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with residents, vendors, and team members.
• Market available apartments and actively participate in leasing efforts to maintain strong occupancy.
• Conduct property tours and follow up with prospective residents.
• Oversee rental applications, move-ins, move-outs, renewals, and resident communications.
• Maintain accurate property records and utilize Yardi Voyager for property accounting and management functions.
• Monitor property financial activity and assist with budgeting and accounting responsibilities.
• Handle resident concerns and work to resolve issues professionally and efficiently.
• Ensure company policies, procedures, and property standards are consistently followed.
• Manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of organization.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities and work one weekend day as required.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for an experienced Property Manager who is professional, organized, proactive, and takes ownership of their community.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3+ years of conventional multifamily property management experience
• Yardi Voyager experience is essential
• Strong knowledge of property accounting and residential property operations.
• Proven ability to market and lease apartments successfully.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service and resident-relations skills.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and coordinate maintenance staff and vendors.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer applications.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and follow through.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Must live on-site.
• On-call availability and one weekend day required.
• Valid driver's license and evidence of auto insurance required.

Employment Requirements

As part of our employment process, candidates will be required to successfully complete applicable background and DMV checks and a pre-employment drug screen, as required by the position and applicable law.

Why Join PMA?

At Property Management Associates, we believe our employees are an important part of our success. We provide a stable work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a competitive benefits package.

Full-time employees are eligible for:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance with employer contribution
• 401(k) with discretionary company contribution after one year
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident & Hospital Indemnity Plans
• Generous Paid Time Off, including vacation, holidays, and sick time

Join Our Team

If you're an experienced Property Manager who takes pride in running a well-maintained community, providing excellent resident service, and getting things done, we'd love to hear from you.

Take your property management career to the next level with PMA—and make Santa Monica your home.

Property Management Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Founded in 1991, Property Management Associates (PMA) is a full-service Property Management Company located in Los Angeles, California. We specialize in commercial (office, retail, industrial, medical) and residential property management, apartments for rent in Los Angeles and greater LA County, and commercial real estate for lease. This combined with our professional property management services makes PMA one of the largest property management companies in Southern California.