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Director of Property Management

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Description

Daymark Apartment Homes, Inc. is seeking a Director of Property Management who will be responsible for management and oversight of Daymark’s portfolio of eight apartment communities consisting of approximately 800 apartment homes.  Reporting to the President/Owner, this role provides primary support and direction for the On-Site Business Managers, with a focus on maximizing income, cost control, and physical preservation & enhancement. The position collaborates closely with Daymark’s Asset Manager, Accountant, and Director of New Business Development along with outside contractors.  The position is based at our corporate office in Brookfield, with routine on-site visits.

Daymark Apartment Homes, Inc. has a rich 30-year history of operational and service excellence.  The President/Owner has over $1.6 billion of career experience in the apartment industry and is a Certified Property Manager®.  We strive daily to create pleasant homes for our residents, fulfilling jobs for our team members, and attractive returns for our investors. Our portfolio encompasses a wide range of properties, including Class A through Class C apartment communities ranging in size from 20-units to 277-units.

What you will be doing:

• Oversee On-Site Business Managers to deliver well-maintained apartment homes to our residents.
• Manage the marketing and leasing process to maximize income.
• Review and analyze operating expenses with the goal of maximizing value.
• Advance on-going training of the On-Site Business Managers and Maintenance Technicians utilizing Daymark’s Operations Manuals and outside resources.
• Develop operating budgets, working closely with the Asset Manager.
• Perform routine on-site property inspections.
• Expedite the hiring of on-site team members, with the assistance of the Asset Manager.
• Create and implement options for ongoing physical property enhancement.
• Participate in vendor selection and manage the bid process, with the assistance of the On-Site Managers and Asset Manager.
• Communicate regularly with on-site and main-office teams regarding project needs, schedules, progress, and operational impacts, while monitoring workforce and market trends to guide management and acquisition strategies.

What’s in it for you?

• Room to work with a high level of autonomy while also receiving support from team members.
• Potential to become a partner at a future date.
• Excellent growth potential.
• Excellent compensation and benefits package.
• Eligible for monthly bonuses.
• Pleasant main-office team of five individuals creates a family atmosphere, offers variety in responsibilities, and efficient responses.
• Private office overlooking pond and nature preserve.
• Paid time off.
• Medical insurance reimbursement, company-paid life insurance & disability insurance, employee educational assistance program, and credit toward company sponsored 401k plan.
• And more!

Starting Compensation Estimate: $100,000 - $140,000

Note: This document describes the general nature and level of work required. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills.

What we are looking for:

• 7+ years of experience in the apartment management industry, ideally at a multi-property supervisory level.
• Proven experience managing and developing on-site teams.
• Financial acumen (budgeting, expense control, NOI focus).
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and field-engaged.
• Decisive and results-driven.
• High integrity and ownership mentality.
• Ability to balance cost control with long-term asset preservation.
• Strong background in marketing and leasing apartment homes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a track record of successful, win-win negotiations.
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with strong time-management discipline.
• Ability to work independently while also fostering collaboration with team-members.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions.
• Proficiency with computers and property management software (we use AppFolio).
• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Business strongly preferred.
• Designation of Certified Property Manager® or equivalent strongly preferred.
• Willing and able to travel as needed; must work on-site at the corporate office and/or property locations 5 days a week.

This role is best suited for someone who:

• Thinks like an owner, not an employee.
• Takes pride in building systems and improving operations.
• Is motivated by performance-based compensation.
• Wants meaningful responsibility and accountability.