Housing Community Developer IV - Asset Manager



Housing Community Developer IV - Asset Manager

Salary

$79,329.95 - $132,217.07 Annually

Location

FAIRFAX (FH22), VA

Job Type

FT Salary W BN

Job Number

22-00640

Department

Housing & Community Dev

Opening Date

03/26/2022

Closing Date

4/8/2022 11:59 PM Eastern

Pay Grade

S29

Posting Type

Open to General Public

Job Announcement

This job opportunity is being re-announced. If you applied previously, you do not need to re-apply to be considered.

Works as part of the Asset Management Division. Takes initiative to ensure that properties are physically well maintained and in compliance with all lender, U.S. Treasury, HUD, LIHTC and other regulatory requirements, including HCD policies and procedures, agreements, programs and covenants. As an integral member of HCD, interacts in a thoughtful and collaborative manner with the community level and senior management and exemplifies the highest standards of honesty, respect, integrity, and discretion.

The position:

  • Performs regular financial analysis of assigned portfolio's operating results and performance versus their business plan and searches for opportunities to maximize revenue and minimize expenses.
  • Conducts on-site property inspections and file review; identifies and documents deficiencies in property condition, cleanliness, and service levels.
  • Conducts preliminary analysis on repositioning of properties and recommends ways to enhance the property.
  • Keeps current on market factors that impact the positioning and performance of assigned portfolio.
  • Ensures a complete and clear understanding of federal, state and local program requirements for assets within portfolio.
  • Assists in the annual involvement of the property audits.
  • Reviews and analyzes annual operating budgets and business plans.
  • Assists the division director with understanding factors impacting monthly, quarterly and annual reporting results.
  • Documents and communicates regularly regarding the performance of the assigned assets and/or portfolio performance with Division Director.
  • Attends public meetings and presents information on HCD programs, as required.
  • Coordinates activities for projects within assigned portfolio with third party management, other asset managers and other HCD staff (i.e. Financial Management, Real Estate Finance, Grants Management, and Design, Development and Construction Divisions) and other Fairfax County agencies and related groups.
Works under general supervision of the Director of Rental Housing.
NOTE: The starting salary for this position will not exceed the mid-point of the salary range ($101.695.36)

Illustrative Duties



Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)
Extensive knowledge of housing law and programs, site planning, real estate and land use law and building construction practices;
Knowledge of budget development and administration, and/or basic principles of accounting;
Ability to understand, interpret, explain, and apply applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations;
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal, written and graphic forms;
Ability to supervise others;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with public officials, private developers and contractors, citizen groups and community residents;
Ability to lead multiple projects from concept through implementation;
Ability to coordinate project participants from multiple organizations, motivating them toward project completion;
Ability to prepare clear and concise reports. 

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor's degree in public or business administration, real estate finance, or related field, plus four years of progressively responsible managerial experience in the fields of real estate, real estate finance, affordable housing asset management, or property management. A master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of the required experience. 

Click here to learn how Fairfax County interprets equivalencies for "Any combination, experience, and training equivalent to"

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Driver's license.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and a driving record check to the satisfaction of the employer.

All newly hired employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (two weeks after the last required dose) as a condition of employment or obtain approval of a medical or religious exemption prior to their start date. Proof of an exemption or vaccination status will be required during the pre-employment onboarding process. New employees who obtain an exemption from the vaccine mandate for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs will still be subject to the weekly testing requirement. Vaccinated employees and employees with a medical or religious exemption will complete the attestation online on their first day of employment or shortly thereafter.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Preferred candidates will have a bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance or progressive working experience and knowledge within the area of asset management, local and federal housing programs, and/or residential multifamily housing development.
  • Solid budget and financial management background, with working knowledge of financial underwriting and modeling to create/manipulate/review pro-forms, budgets, cash flow analysis, and forecasting reports.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills are critical.
  • Outstanding customer service skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to plan and implement activities in order to ensure effective and efficient utilization of resources.
  • Preferred advanced knowledge of Excel and YARDI.
  • Strong team leadership skills.
  • Experience working with the public is preferred.
  • Experience working in the following areas: Multifamily Asset Management Multifamily
    Property Management Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) and/or
    Federally Subsidized Programs (HCV, PBV, PBRA, CDBG, HOME, SPRAC, etc.)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The job will require routine visits to properties within the assigned portfolio, duties require walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, carrying/lifting items up to 15 lbs. in weight, and sitting for lengthy periods. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Visual acuity is required to read data on computer monitor and operate keyboard driven equipment. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing. Duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.  
 
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.

Merit Positions

Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

  • Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
  • Group Term Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • LiveWell Program
  • Flexible Spending Programs
  • Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Contributory Retirement Plan
  • Deferred Compensation
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employees' Child Care Center
  • Commuter Benefit Program
  • Continuous Learning Opportunities

NOTE:  Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

For additional details please visit the County's benefits webpage.

 

Non-Merit Positions

  1. Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
    • Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
    • Flexible Spending Program
    • Deferred Compensation
  2. Temporary:  scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
    • No benefits

01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
  • Less than 12th grade
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Some college
  • Associate's degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Master's degree
  • Doctorate degree
02
If you indicated that you have a degree in the previous question, please indicate the major or minor for your completed degree. If you do not have a degree, please indicate "not applicable."
  • Business administration
  • Public administration
  • Finance
  • Other (related field)
  • Other (non-related field)
  • Not applicable
03
If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related)" for the previous question, please list the discipline of your degree. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable."
04
If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a related degree.
  • Less than 45 quarter hours
  • 45 to less than 90 quarter hours
  • 90 to less than 135 quarter hours
  • 135 to less than 180 quarter hours
  • 180 or more quarter hours
  • Less than 30 semester hours
  • 30 to less than 60 semester hours
  • 60 to less than 90 semester hours
  • 90 to less than 120 semester hours
  • 120 or more semester hours
  • Not applicable
05
How many years of full-time equivalent progressively responsible managerial experience do you have in the fields of real estate, real estate finance, affordable housing asset management, or property management.? (Progressively responsible experience: Refers to tasks, job duties, or roles that demonstrate growth and/or advancement in complexity, difficulty, or level of responsibility.) Please note that answers for all questions must be substantiated in the application.
  • None
  • Less than one year
  • One to less than two years
  • Two to less than three years
  • Three to less than four years
  • Four to less than five years
  • Five to less than six years
  • Six to less than seven years
  • Seven to less than eight years
  • Eight or more years
06
Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
07
Please indicate which of the following areas of residential/multifamily housing program management you have at least FOUR years of progressively responsible experience working with? Check all that apply.
  • Multifamily Asset Management Multifamily
  • Property Management Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)
  • Federally Subsidized Programs (HCV, PBV, PBRA, CDBG, HOME, SPRAC, etc.)
  • None of the above
08
How many years of "hands on" experience do you have working in commercial or multifamily asset management?
  • None
  • Less than one year
  • One to less than two years
  • Two to less than three years
  • Three to less than four years
  • Four to less than five years
  • Five to less than six years
  • Six to less than seven years
  • Seven to less than eight
  • Eight or more years
09
Do you have experience working with any of the following: (check all that apply):
  • Using data collection tools and procedures to develop capital needs assessments, housing market analyses, and project viability studies
  • Working with staff to ensure long-term sustainability of property assets
  • Developing Pro-Formas, Development Budgets and Sources and Uses Developing and monitoring cash flow projections, capital funds, financials, and budgets
  • Conducting property risk assessments and risk analysis reporting and recommendations
  • Reviewing and analyzing legal and/or loan documents and financial reports
  • Working with lenders, investors, or funders (third party partners)
  • Monitoring of construction process and construction draws
  • Collaborating with staff and other agencies to develop plans for providing supportive services
  • Successfully establishing and maintaining positive relations with the public, community work groups and/or citizen organizations and related groups
  • Ensuring compliance with financial lenders and governmental contractors
  • Monitoring maintenance and progress expenditures Quality control, compliance and auditing (i.e. LIHTC; Section 8 Program)
  • Non of the above
10
Please indicate how many years of experience you have with Yardi to include running reports and sorting to needs, ability to locate and pull ledger information, and navigate the different systems within Yardi:
  • None
  • Less than one year
  • One to less than two years
  • Two to less than three years
  • Three to less than four years
  • Four to less than five years
  • Five to less than six years
  • Six to less than seven years
  • Seven to less than eight years
  • Eight or more years
11
Please indicate your level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
  • Beginner (Basic knowledge of creating a worksheet; performing calculations in a worksheet; modifying and formatting a worksheet; printing workbook contents)
  • Intermediate (Knowledge of inserting and modifying graphic objects in a worksheet; customizing and enhancing workbooks; analyzing data using Pivot Tables, Slicers, and Pivot Charts)
  • Advanced (Extensive knowledge of increasing productivity and improving efficiency by streamlining workflow; collaborating with others using workbooks; auditing worksheets; analyzing data; working with multiple workbooks; importing and exporting data, using Excel with the web)
  • None of the above

Required Question

Agency
Fairfax County
Address
12000 Government Center Pkwy. Suite 270

Fairfax, Virginia, 22035
Phone
703-324-4900