Assistant Director Independent Living Facility

Assistant Director Independent Living FacilityThe Villages of LakewestDallas, TXThe Villages of Lakewest in Dallas, TX is hiring an Assistant Director. A rewarding career is waiting for you at a great facility that specializes in long-term and rehabilitative care! If you are an experienced Assistant Director, we have the opportunity for you. As the Assistant Director at The Villages of Lakewest in Dallas, TX, you will be a part of a multi-disciplinary team that is recognized for their achievements and contributions. Come be a part of our mission to provide superior clinical care, rehabilitation, wellness, and supportive services that meet the wants, needs, and expectations of our patients and residents. We offer competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, holiday pay, paid time off, employee appreciation events and much more. At The Villages of Lakewest in Dallas, TX, you will be a part of a well-respected facility that is making an impact in the lives of our residents, our team, and the community in which we serve. We look forward to you joining our team! Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 2 years of relevant work experience in affordable housing, property management, or general management or
• Associates Degree and 3+ years of relevant work experience in affordable housing, property management, or general management OR
• An equivalent combination of experience and education that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to prepare and maintain records (manual and electronic) and reports with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail; ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Knowledge of complex affordable housing programs including HUD rental assistance, LIHTC, HOME and/or other applicable regulated housing programs and Authority policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of low-income housing tax credit and tax-exempt bond programs.
• Knowledge of marketing strategies, processes, and available resources.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of private property management.
• Knowledge techniques and practices for efficient and cost-effective management of allocated resources.
• Knowledge of personnel rules and budgeting systems.
• Strong organizational skills including prioritizing, ensuring accuracy, multi-tasking, and handling interruptions appropriately; ensures assignments are completed in a timely and effective manner.
• Communicates effectively and collaboratively with individuals, and internal and external organizations; applies effective written and oral communication techniques to convey clear and timely messages.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member to develop effective working relationships; works cooperatively, exchanges ideas, and addresses issues in a constructive, collaborative manner.
• Adapts to changing business needs, conditions, and work responsibilities; responds to change with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives.
• Analyzes problems, identifies solutions, and articulates possibilities and recommendations; demonstrates critical, creative, and reflective thinking.
• Utilizes excellent time management and problem-solving techniques and use of professional judgment in complex situations; demonstrates strong project management skills.
• Proficiency using MS Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and the Internet. Must have the ability to learn other computer software programs as required by assigned tasks.
• Ability to work effectively and positively with individuals of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Essential Functions:

• Manage staff and day-to-day operations in the absence of the Executive Director.
• Manages and directs the activities of the Property Management Staff through appropriate delegation, managerial support, and work supervision to ensure the integrity of the property management, occupancy requirements and guidelines are maintained.
• Manages and directs the activities of rent collections, vacancy and unit turnaround and lease up; and,
• Coordinate with investors to provide monthly reports.
• Issue verbal and written notices to tenants regarding rent and charges due, disturbances, lease violations, etc.; conduct informal conferences to resolve problems; initiate and conduct eviction proceedings against tenants.
• Assist with monthly rent collection and ensure money is deposited in the correct accounts.
• Monitor the timely completion of move-ins or annual recertifications.
• Conducts audits of move-ins and annual recertifications to ensure tenants meet Tax Credit program guidelines.
• Ensure property is always compliant with TDHCA policy and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure the most current forms and income limits are being used at all times.
• Key all updated rent changes in each system software system.
• Ensure the Unit Status Report (USR) is updated with all changes and accurate each month.
• Performs bi-annual physical inspections of units to ensure units are meeting HQS standards.
• Ensure each unit is in compliance with Housing Quality Standards at all times.
• Work with and maintain relationships with contracted vendors.
• All other duties as assigned.