Property Manager
POAH Communities, Detroit, MI, United States
About Us
POAH Communities is a mission-driven organization managing over 13,000 affordable housing apartments. As part of the Preservation of Affordable Housing, Inc. family, our team of 500+ professionals believes that quality housing management goes beyond providing safe, comfortable homes; it’s about creating environments where residents can thrive. Our commitment to excellence in affordable housing management serves as a foundation for resident success and community empowerment.
About The Role As Property Manager, you’ll lead a dynamic team while ensuring our residents have a high-quality, affordable place to call home and access to programs that enhance their quality of life. Your work will directly impact individuals and families by maintaining the highest standards of property management while fostering inclusive communities. Preservation of Affordable Housing, Inc. (POAH) partnered with the City of Detroit and nonprofit Develop Detroit to build a new mixed‑use, mixed‑income project redevelopment in the historic Sugar Hill Arts District in Midtown Detroit. The $37 million project transformed a one acre of vacant space into 68 new mixed‑income apartments and 11,000 square feet of commercial space. Of the new units, 25% are designated as affordable housing for residents making up to 80 percent of the area median income, including 14 units for veterans.
The Freelon at Sugar Hill: https://www.poah.org/property/michigan/freelon-sugar-hill
About Your Impact
Drive operational excellence and financial performance across your property
Build and lead a high‑performing team
Develop strong relationships with residents and staff
Oversee maintenance, marketing, and leasing initiatives
Manage budgets and financial planning
Ensure compliance with housing regulations
Create innovative solutions to complex challenges
About You
7+ years of property management experience
Knowledge of federal and local affordable housing regulatory requirements
Strong leadership abilities and team‑building skills
Financial acumen and analytical mindset
Proficiency in Yardi and Microsoft Office
Tax Credit Specialist and/or Certified Occupancy Specialist certification
Excellence in resident relations and communication
Track record of successful property operations
Benefits
Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; wellness programming including monthly webinars and medical insurance discounts
Financial: 401(k) with up to 4% company match; FSA options for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting; Life & AD&D insurance; free financial coaching
Time Off: 15 days of PTO (increases with tenure), 2 personal days, and 11 paid holidays annually.
Paid Leave: 12 weeks parental leave; bereavement; jury duty; voting
Incentives: Employee referral bonus, suggestion rewards, employee recognition programming
Professional development opportunities: tuition reimbursement, mentorship program, ongoing training and learning sessions, professional certifications
Our salary structure is competitive and reflects individual experience. POAH Communities embraces equal opportunity employment and values workforce diversity.
For additional details, please visit our website at www.poahcommunities.com/careers.
Stay connected with POAH and POAH Communities:
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About The Role As Property Manager, you’ll lead a dynamic team while ensuring our residents have a high-quality, affordable place to call home and access to programs that enhance their quality of life. Your work will directly impact individuals and families by maintaining the highest standards of property management while fostering inclusive communities. Preservation of Affordable Housing, Inc. (POAH) partnered with the City of Detroit and nonprofit Develop Detroit to build a new mixed‑use, mixed‑income project redevelopment in the historic Sugar Hill Arts District in Midtown Detroit. The $37 million project transformed a one acre of vacant space into 68 new mixed‑income apartments and 11,000 square feet of commercial space. Of the new units, 25% are designated as affordable housing for residents making up to 80 percent of the area median income, including 14 units for veterans.
The Freelon at Sugar Hill: https://www.poah.org/property/michigan/freelon-sugar-hill
About Your Impact
Drive operational excellence and financial performance across your property
Build and lead a high‑performing team
Develop strong relationships with residents and staff
Oversee maintenance, marketing, and leasing initiatives
Manage budgets and financial planning
Ensure compliance with housing regulations
Create innovative solutions to complex challenges
About You
7+ years of property management experience
Knowledge of federal and local affordable housing regulatory requirements
Strong leadership abilities and team‑building skills
Financial acumen and analytical mindset
Proficiency in Yardi and Microsoft Office
Tax Credit Specialist and/or Certified Occupancy Specialist certification
Excellence in resident relations and communication
Track record of successful property operations
Benefits
Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; wellness programming including monthly webinars and medical insurance discounts
Financial: 401(k) with up to 4% company match; FSA options for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting; Life & AD&D insurance; free financial coaching
Time Off: 15 days of PTO (increases with tenure), 2 personal days, and 11 paid holidays annually.
Paid Leave: 12 weeks parental leave; bereavement; jury duty; voting
Incentives: Employee referral bonus, suggestion rewards, employee recognition programming
Professional development opportunities: tuition reimbursement, mentorship program, ongoing training and learning sessions, professional certifications
Our salary structure is competitive and reflects individual experience. POAH Communities embraces equal opportunity employment and values workforce diversity.
For additional details, please visit our website at www.poahcommunities.com/careers.
Stay connected with POAH and POAH Communities:
Instagram | Linkedin
#J-18808-Ljbffr