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Date: May 14, 2012
Position: Accountant
Location: Grand Rapids
Description: Full-time general accountant position in Grand Rapids. Applies principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports and/or entries.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts or documenting business transactions.
Analyzes financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital, and prepares balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports to summarize and interpret financial information for the organization.
Determines proper handling of financial transactions and approves transactions within designated limits.
Distributes expenditures, encumbrances, receipts, and receivables according to schedules.
Completes monthly accounting reports due to outside agencies.
Monitors compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures.
Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and reports.
Coordinates with CFO on the implementation of accounting systems and accounting control procedures.
Makes recommendations regarding the accounting of reserves, assets, and expenditures.
Completes bank reconciliations.
Monitors vendor statements.
Assists with preparation of annual audit workpapers.
Qualifications: Candidates will need excellent technological, problem solving and communication skills. Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required. Experience with non-profits, real estate, affordable housing and Yardi preferred.
Pay Range: Competitive wage and benefits.
Contact: To apply: Please send resume and letter of interest to:
Accountant
Dwelling Place
101 Sheldon Blvd. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
or fax: 616-454-5249
Date: April 10, 2012
Position: Marketing/Leasing Professional
Description: Seeking a dynamic, outgoing, ambitious professional to work part-time and possibly move to full time.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess social media savvy, be able to create and publish content for Facebook, monitor and update rents on various websites. Other desired qualities and experience would be; exceptional written and verbal communication, strong organization skills, flexibility, collaborative work ethic, positive and pro-active attitude, multi-tasking abilities and be able to work independently, set goals and report progress. Create a sense of urgency by immediate follow up on all prospective leads, set appointments and close.
Pay Range: Competitive wage and monthly bonus.
Contact: Please send resume to leigh.basler@deicommunities.com
Date: April 9, 2012
Position: Autumn Ridge is seeking full time groundskeeper.
Description: Work will include, landscaping, snow and ice removal, watering lawns and flowers, maintaining buildings and grounds, painting, occasional maintenance duties and on-call duties.
Qualifications:
Pay Range: Hourly Wage Plus Benefits
Contact: Please fax resumes to 616-364-4771 or email to aedwards@mailcpi.com
Date: April 5, 2012
Position: Property Manager
Description: Large Property Management Company seeking a full time property manager who will be responsible for two properties located in Kalamazoo and Battle Creek consisting of 104 apartment homes.
Qualifications: Successful candidate will be very organized, possess good multitasking and supervisory skills, and be motivated to succeed and grow with our company. Previous experience with tax credit properties is strongly desired. Position is full time and includes salary with benefits package including medical, dental, vision and 401k.
Pay Range: $27,000/yr. plus benefits
Contact: Please email resume, cover letter, and salary history to scook@continentalmgt.com
Date: March 28, 2012
Position: Property Manager Position available immediately
Description: Seeking a Property Manager for a 168 unit conventional apartment community in Kentwood, Michigan.
Qualifications: Minimum two years property management experience.
Pay Range: Salary with benefits
Contact: Email resume and salary requirement to mcarrier@groupfivemgt.com or fax to 616-522-0106
Date: March 12, 2012
Position: Leasing Consultant - Full Time
Description: There are 2 full-time Leasing Consultant positions available at Waterchase Apartments Grand Rapids, Michigan. Waterchase has 386 apartment units and offers a peaceful community setting to residents, but is also only moments from the hustle and bustle of 28th Street. For more information on the community, please visit www.liveatwaterchase.com. Waterchase is professionally managed by IPA Management.
ABOUT IPA MANAGEMENT
IPA Management has been managing multifamily and commercial properties since 1985. With a team of more than 120 employees, IPA Management currently oversees operations for more than 3,600 multifamily units and student housing beds.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To answer inquiries, present apartment homes and amenities, and provide accurate information about the community and apartment homes.
EXPECTATIONS
Obtains and maintains score of 80% or higher on periodic Shopping Reports
Maintains an average closing ratio of 30% or higher from total traffic count.
Obtains 50% of signed leased renewals from Residents to renew their Lease at least 50 days prior to the Residents Lease expiration date. Commitment will be evaluated based on completed Lease Expiration Checklists.
Qualifications: JOB QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent GED.
Minimum of six months prior customer service experience.
Completion of one approved fair housing seminar within one year, and every two years thereafter.
Bilingual preferred
Pay Range: COMPENSATION
$8.00 - $11.00 per hour plus monthly bonus potential.
BENEFITS
This full-time position is eligible for health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, 401(k) plan with employer match, group life insurance, paid time off, flex spending account and a rent discount.
Contact: Apply online at www.ipaliving.com/careers
Date: March 12, 2012
Position: Leasing Consultant - Part Time
Description: Lockwood Management Company is looking for high energy, result-orientated individuals. If you enjoy challenges and are able to work in a fast-paced environment, apply now!
The Leasing Consultant is responsible for the leasing of apartments. This includes acting as the contact with prospective residents via telephone or in person, determining the needs of the prospect, scheduling appointments, demonstrating apartment models and vacant apartment homes, showing community common areas and amenities, following through with prospects, monitoring advertising effectiveness, and completing marketing, leasing and traffic reports.
Qualifications: Sales and customer service experience
Excellent communication, organization, follow-up and customer service skills
Pay Range: Compensation $10.00 per hour plus commission
Contact: Email resumes with references to meadows@lockwoodgrp.com
Date: March 5, 2012
Position: Full Time Grounds and Seasonal Opportunities
Description: Autumn Ridge Apartments is seeking a full time grounds person. Seasonal positions from April to August also available.
Qualifications: Work will include, landscaping, snow and ice removal, watering lawns and flowers, maintaining buildings and grounds, painting, occasional maintenance duties and on-call duties.
Pay Range: Hourly wage
Contact: Please fax resume to 616-364-4771.
Date: March 2, 2012
Position: Maintenance
Description: Part- time opportunity at Rockford area housing communities for self-directed and reliable person with apartment maintenance and repair experience.
Maintains and repairs physical structures of apartment buildings and maintains grounds by performing the following essential duties and responsibilities.
Qualifications: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs work orders in a safe and timely manner, which may include, in order of priority, emergency, on-call, make-ready, preventative, inspection, routine or resident request repairs.
- Inspects property for improvements and repairs and review the supervisor; immediately reporting unsafe conditions.
- Maintains control for inventory and utilization of maintenance materials and supplies, operate and perform scheduled maintenance properly on all equipment.
- Responsible for keeping work area and tools clean and in order at all times.
- Assists in keeping property free of debris and rubbish at all times.
- Knows location and access to electric, gas, water, and all property shut-offs, meters, fire systems, and sewer clean outs.
- Shovels snow, removes ice, and applies ice melt to walks and driveways as conditions exist. Be immediately available in the event of snow.
- Assist Property Management or other staff and contractors when requested.
- Responsible for the security of the property at all times. Keeping all keys to the property in possession as appropriate, and refusing to give any unauthorized person "master" keys or access. Master keys are never permitted to be given to contractors, vendors, or other persons not employed by Dwelling Place.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Pay Range: Hourly wage plus part-time benefits. EOE
Contact: To apply please send resume and letter of interest to:
Director of Facilities Management
Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids, Inc.
101 Sheldon SE, Suite 2
Grand Rapids MI 49503
or fax (616) 454-5249
Date: February 17, 2012
Position: Maintenance Supervisor | Wildwood Meadows Apartments
Description: There is a full-time Maintenance Supervisor position available at Wildwood Meadows Apartments in Ludington, Michigan. Wildwood Meadows has 210 apartment units and is conveniently located in
the heart of Ludington and minutes away from Ludington's beachfront and historic downtown. Wildwood Meadows is professionally managed by IPA Management. For more information on the community, please visit www.wildwoodliving.com.
About IPA Management
IPA Management has been managing multifamily and commercial properties since 1985. With a team of more than 120 employees, IPA Management currently oversees operations for more than 3,600 multifamily units and student housing beds.
Responsibilities
To be responsible for all aspects of property maintenance including: curb appeal, service requests, apartment turnovers, preventative maintenance, and relations with associates, contractors, and team members. To direct and control all maintenance personnel and resources to the end that the property is maintained at all times in good physical condition and within all budgetary guidelines. On-call work required.
Qualifications: Qualifications
Skilled in general home maintenance, plumbing, appliance repair, general electrical work, and one or more of the following areas: pool maintenance, landscaping and irrigation, and/or pest control.
Minimum of two years apartment maintenance or related field maintenance experience.
Type I & II or Universal refrigerant certification or ability to obtain this certification within six months.
Completion of one approved fair housing seminar within one year, and every 2 years thereafter.
High school diploma or equivalent GED preferred.
Pay Range: Compensation
$13.00 - $18.00 per hour plus monthly bonus potential.
Benefits
This full-time position is eligible for health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) employer match, and a rent discount.
Contact: How To Apply
Interested candidates should apply online at www.ipaliving.com/careers
Date: February 17, 2012
Position: Assistant Property Manager | Waterchase Apartments
Description: Join the IPA Management, LLC team as a full-time Assistant Property Manager at Waterchase Apartments Grand Rapids, Michigan. Waterchase has 386 apartment units and offers a peaceful community setting to residents, but is also only moments from the hustle and bustle of 28th Street. For more information on the community, please visit www.liveatwaterchase.com. Waterchase is professionally managed by IPA Management.
About IPA Management
IPA Management has been managing multifamily and commercial properties since 1985. With a team of more than 120 employees, IPA Management currently oversees operations for more than 3,600 multifamily units and student housing beds.
Primary Purpose
To answer inquiries, present apartment homes and amenities, and provide accurate information about the community and apartment homes, to provide direct support to the Property Manager in performing final move-out inspections and collection of rent, as well as, administrating a critical property management function (renewals, marketing & advertising, resident retention, and/or bookkeeping).
Qualifications: Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent GED.
Minimum of one year experience in the property management field or one year experience as a manager in a customer service field.
Completion of one approved fair housing seminar within one year, and every two years thereafter.
Real estate salesperson license or ability to obtain this license within eight months.
Expectations
Obtains and maintains score of 80% or higher on periodic Shopping Reports.
Maintains an average closing ratio of 30% or higher from total traffic count.
Pay Range: Benefits
This full-time position is eligible for health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) employer match, and a rent discount.
Compensation
$12.50 to $16.00 hourly with bonus potential.
Contact: How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online at www.ipaliving.com/careers.
