Associate Director

Company: SOME
Location: Washington
Posted on: April 1, 2025

Job Description:

SOME (So Others Might Eat) exists to help the homeless and poor of Washington, DC. With over 30 programs throughout the District of Columbia, we provide a wide spectrum of services to the most vulnerable individuals and families of our city. SOME's affordable housing for families offers safe, dignified, and affordable apartments to families experiencing homelessness and/or poverty.SOME (So Others Might Eat) is currently seeking a full-time Associate Director for our Property Management department.Position Description: The Associate Director is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations for several portfolios of properties. Responsible for facilitating collaboration with programming, asset, and facilities staff. Responsible for managing contractors and assisting with property improvement initiatives. The Associate Director will provide support and input regarding budget development and implementation of the strategic plan. This position requires strong leadership, high integrity, and excellent communication.Schedule: Monday through Friday, from 8 am - 4:30 pm, with the flexibility to work an evening or weekend shift to accommodate the needs of the business.Required: Bachelor's degree in a related field (Business Administration, Real Estate or Public Administration) or equivalent knowledge; 5+ years of related work experience in Property Management. Experience as a manager of Affordable Housing or Supportive Housing. Must have excellent communication skills: the ability to clearly communicate with various audiences.Preferred: LIHTC- Low Income Housing Tax Credit, Tax Credit Specialist certification. If the applicant does not possess certifications, he/she is required to take and pass the exams within 1 year of employment.Required License/Certification: CPM (Certified Property Manager). If the applicant does not possess certifications, he/she is required to take and pass the exams within 1 year of employment.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be familiar with housing management, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program, HUD, Public Housing program/DCHA, and comply with Fair Housing laws.
• Demonstrate leadership abilities, excellent communication skills, and strong personnel management skills.
• Ability to effectively manage 6-10 communities in the assigned portfolio; responsible for the overall business results, which includes an emphasis on customer service, employee performance, and the implementation of department initiatives.
• Monitor a wide array of performance metrics and implement strategies to meet operational and leasing goals.
• Identify areas of improvement and possess the ability to communicate issues to the VP of Property Management.
• Knowledge of lease-up for new sites.
• Working knowledge of property management software such as Onesite.Expected Contributions:
  • Establish and maintain occupancy standards at the highest level achievable.
  • Hire, supervise, and train property management staff, ensuring SOME culture throughout the department.
  • Establish clear expectations for completion of general and preventative maintenance; monitor progress for compliance.
  • Maintain contact with all site portfolios on a weekly basis.
  • Meet federal, state, and property compliance standards. Review reports and assist with problem-solving.
  • Reduce vacancy loss, ensure occupancy of 95%.
  • Hold on-site managers accountable for the performance and operation of the asset and on-site personnel.
  • Reduce rent delinquency, assist staff with ERAP and additional funding sources.
  • Supervise the preparation of annual property budgets. Conduct quarterly property inspections with respective VP. Recommend policies and procedures to the VP. Attend monthly variance meetings with the property manager.
  • Assist site-level employees with managing resident relations and resolving resident issues.Reports to: Vice President, Property ManagementTo Apply: Go to our career page at and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please.Covid-19 Considerations: In alignment with DC Health, COVID-19 vaccinations, and boosters are mandated for personnel working in SOME's healthcare-designated programs, which currently include Medical, Dental, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services (BHS), Exodus House, Jordan House, Kirwan House, Keuhner Place, Leland Place, and Mary Claire House. Requests for a medical or religious exemption will be considered for reasonable accommodation.SOME (So Others Might Eat) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME (So Others Might Eat) is also a Drug-Free Workplace.About the companySOME is an interfaith, community-based organization that exists to help the poor and homeless of our nation's capital. Each day, SOME is restoring hope and dignity one person at a time. We invite you to join us.
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