Institute of Real Estate Management
Regional Property Manager - Northern California
Institute of Real Estate Management, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Regional Property Manager, Northern California
Location: Northern California, Sacramento Region Reports to: VP, Property Management Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week; some weekends/on-call as needed)
OVERVIEW The Regional Manager is a senior operator, responsible for the overall performance, strategy, and leadership of a portfolio of multi-family properties throughout Northern California. This role ensures operational excellence, strong financial results, and a consistently high-quality resident experience. The Regional Manager leads on-site teams, improves performance across the region, and partners with ownership on strategic decisions regarding asset planning, repositioning, and long‑term value creation.
The ideal candidate brings a strong sense of ownership and consistently advances operational priorities with clarity and momentum.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Portfolio Leadership & Operational Excellence
Lead the operational, financial, and performance outcomes of a multi-property portfolio.
Develop and execute business strategies to optimize occupancy, rental income, net operating income (NOI), and resident satisfaction.
Identify operational gaps or inefficiencies and implement improvements
Ensure compliance with organization policies, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other relevant laws.
Financial & Asset Performance
Own holistic portfolio financials, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and expense management.
Review property performance metrics and drive action plans that improve revenue and optimize value.
Provide strategic insights to ownership regarding capital needs, asset positioning, market trends, and potential sales or acquisitions.
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and support property managers and on-site teams to high standards of performance and professionalism.
Set clear expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and support managers through operational challenges.
Partner with HR on performance management, recruiting, and staff development.
Model a leadership style that is steady, supportive, and grounded in accountability.
Property Management Operations
Ensure leasing performance, resident service, financial accuracy, and operational consistency meet company standards.
Conduct regular site visits and operational reviews to ensure quality, consistency, curb appeal, safety, and compliance.
Oversee vendor relationships, negotiate service contracts, and evaluate service performance and efficiency.
Ensure timely completion of inspections, reporting, and documentation across all properties.
Communication & Reporting
Prepare and deliver clear operational and financial updates to ownership and executive leadership.
Address urgent issues with sound judgment and a solutions‑oriented approach.
Collaborate closely with peers and cross‑functional partners to maintain alignment across regions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands/conditions described below are representative of those that must be met/tolerated by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Working indoors in a climate‑controlled environment with frequent exposure to the outdoors;
Frequently driving a vehicle to inspect properties on-site and at remote site(s);
Occasionally bending, stooping, squatting, picking up litter, filing, climbing stairs, inspecting and showing property, opening and closing doors, reaching over shoulder, inspecting property, and storing and receiving supplies;
Frequently standing and walking while showing model units;
Able to sit and look at a computer screen for an extended period of time;
Able to talk on a telephone for an extended period of time;
Exposure to low to moderate noise levels;
May spend long or extended periods of time on the telephone or at desk;
Occasional exposure to caustics, solvents, oils, fumes, flammables, pesticides, etc.; and
Able to carry 20 lbs.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, or related field preferred.
Five years of multi-family property management experience, including at least two years in a regional or multi-site leadership role.
Certified Apartment Manager (or equivalent credential) required.
KEY COMPETENCIES
Proficiency in property management systems (Entrata, Yardi).
Strong skills in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
Regional travel to sites within Northern California required.
Must be comfortable balancing on-site inspections with office-based strategic work.
Strong financial and analytical skills; able to interpret data and translate into action.
Proven ability to stabilize, improve, and grow underperforming assets.
Effective leadership style: direct, calm, supportive, and respected by on-site teams.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities across locations.
Strong judgment, ethical decision‑making, and commitment to compliance.
Clear, concise communicator with the ability to interface confidently with ownership, staff, vendors, lenders, and residents.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT This company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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Location: Northern California, Sacramento Region Reports to: VP, Property Management Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week; some weekends/on-call as needed)
OVERVIEW The Regional Manager is a senior operator, responsible for the overall performance, strategy, and leadership of a portfolio of multi-family properties throughout Northern California. This role ensures operational excellence, strong financial results, and a consistently high-quality resident experience. The Regional Manager leads on-site teams, improves performance across the region, and partners with ownership on strategic decisions regarding asset planning, repositioning, and long‑term value creation.
The ideal candidate brings a strong sense of ownership and consistently advances operational priorities with clarity and momentum.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Portfolio Leadership & Operational Excellence
Lead the operational, financial, and performance outcomes of a multi-property portfolio.
Develop and execute business strategies to optimize occupancy, rental income, net operating income (NOI), and resident satisfaction.
Identify operational gaps or inefficiencies and implement improvements
Ensure compliance with organization policies, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other relevant laws.
Financial & Asset Performance
Own holistic portfolio financials, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and expense management.
Review property performance metrics and drive action plans that improve revenue and optimize value.
Provide strategic insights to ownership regarding capital needs, asset positioning, market trends, and potential sales or acquisitions.
Team Leadership & Development
Lead, mentor, and support property managers and on-site teams to high standards of performance and professionalism.
Set clear expectations, provide ongoing coaching, and support managers through operational challenges.
Partner with HR on performance management, recruiting, and staff development.
Model a leadership style that is steady, supportive, and grounded in accountability.
Property Management Operations
Ensure leasing performance, resident service, financial accuracy, and operational consistency meet company standards.
Conduct regular site visits and operational reviews to ensure quality, consistency, curb appeal, safety, and compliance.
Oversee vendor relationships, negotiate service contracts, and evaluate service performance and efficiency.
Ensure timely completion of inspections, reporting, and documentation across all properties.
Communication & Reporting
Prepare and deliver clear operational and financial updates to ownership and executive leadership.
Address urgent issues with sound judgment and a solutions‑oriented approach.
Collaborate closely with peers and cross‑functional partners to maintain alignment across regions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands/conditions described below are representative of those that must be met/tolerated by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Working indoors in a climate‑controlled environment with frequent exposure to the outdoors;
Frequently driving a vehicle to inspect properties on-site and at remote site(s);
Occasionally bending, stooping, squatting, picking up litter, filing, climbing stairs, inspecting and showing property, opening and closing doors, reaching over shoulder, inspecting property, and storing and receiving supplies;
Frequently standing and walking while showing model units;
Able to sit and look at a computer screen for an extended period of time;
Able to talk on a telephone for an extended period of time;
Exposure to low to moderate noise levels;
May spend long or extended periods of time on the telephone or at desk;
Occasional exposure to caustics, solvents, oils, fumes, flammables, pesticides, etc.; and
Able to carry 20 lbs.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, or related field preferred.
Five years of multi-family property management experience, including at least two years in a regional or multi-site leadership role.
Certified Apartment Manager (or equivalent credential) required.
KEY COMPETENCIES
Proficiency in property management systems (Entrata, Yardi).
Strong skills in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
Regional travel to sites within Northern California required.
Must be comfortable balancing on-site inspections with office-based strategic work.
Strong financial and analytical skills; able to interpret data and translate into action.
Proven ability to stabilize, improve, and grow underperforming assets.
Effective leadership style: direct, calm, supportive, and respected by on-site teams.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities across locations.
Strong judgment, ethical decision‑making, and commitment to compliance.
Clear, concise communicator with the ability to interface confidently with ownership, staff, vendors, lenders, and residents.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT This company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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