The Michelson Organization

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With over $1.5 billion of income-producing properties, The Michelson Organization specializes in the acquisition, construction, leasing, management and disposition of high-quality multifamily residential, office, and industrial properties.

As we continue to grow, we are always looking for talented professionals to join our dynamic team. We have various opportunities available in Property Management, IT, Maintenance, Accounting and Finance and Real Estate. With our training and professional growth opportunities, you can take your career farther than you
ever imagined!

Our Management Training Program is just one of the many exciting career paths we offer. Not only will this comprehensive training program expose you to multiple aspects of the property management industry, but it will also train you to manage one of our nationwide, premier apartment communities consisting of 200 to 700 apartment homes.

Are you ready to take your career to the next level?

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Management

Job Brief:

The Property Manager is accountable for all community operations. The individual will effectively manage and coordinate employees, activities, projects, and available resources in order to accomplish community objectives as set forth by the Regional Property Manager and Property Owner. These objectives will include maximizing occupancy levels, economic occupancy, community values, and hitting or exceeding proposed budget numbers.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Demonstrate ability to understand financial goals and operate the property in the owners’ best interest while in accordance with Company policy.
  • Maintain accurate records of all community transactions and submit on timely basis (i.e., rent rolls, delinquency reports, move-in/move-outs, etc.).
  • Prepare annual budgets and income projections in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Ensure that all rents and late fees/check charges are collected, posted, and deposited in a timely manner.
  • Generate necessary legal action, documents, and process in accordance with State and Company guidelines.
  • Provide constant vendor/contractor communications concerning scheduling, billing, vendor relations, and certificates of insurance.
  • Ensure that A/P invoices are submitted to the corporate office for payment, handle petty cash, and account for all funds.
  • Ensure property is rented to fullest capacity.
  • Utilize marketing strategies to increase awareness and overall traffic.
  • Train the team on working with prospective residents to help close more leases.
  • Confirm that the leasing staff gathers information about market competition in the area and files accordingly.
  • Continually monitor and analyze traffic logs, conversion ratios, budget guidelines, renewal information, marketing data, etc., to be able to give up-to-date and proper information when requested by others.
  • Represent the company in a professional manner at all the times.
  • Prepare and/or implement procedures and systems within company guidelines to ensure orderly, efficient workflow.
  • Confirm all leases and corresponding paperwork are completed and input to Yardi accurately and on a timely basis.
  • Ensure current resident files are properly maintained.
  • Lead emergency team for community by ensuring proper response and handling of all community emergencies with staff, residents, buildings, etc. within company guidelines to minimize liabilities (i.e., criminal activity on community, employee/resident injuries, fires, floods, freezes, etc.).
  • Deal with resident concerns and requests on timely basis to ensure resident satisfaction with management.
  • Develop and/or implement resident retention programs (i.e., resident functions, special promotions, monthly newsletters, etc.).
  • Ensure distribution of all company or community-issued notices (i.e., bad weather, emergency, etc.).
  • Consistently implement policies at the community.
  • Consistently use successful techniques and company directives to screen, hire, orient, and train new personnel.
  • Ensure efficiency of staff through ongoing training, instruction, counseling, and leadership.
  • Plan weekly/daily office staff schedules and assignments.
  • Coordinate maintenance schedule and assignments with Maintenance Supervisor.
  • Administer action plans consistently and on a timely basis with performance problems. Document appropriately, communicate situation to the supervisor and Human Resources Director, and terminate properly when necessary.
  • Provide support to staff to encourage team work and lead as an example in creating a harmonious environment.
  • Ensure all administrative processes involving personnel are handled on a timely basis (i.e., performance evaluations, salary reviews, time sheets, change of status forms, etc.).
  • Maintain community appearance and ensure repairs are noted and completed on timely basis. This requires regular community inspections and tours.
  • Ensure quality and quantity of market ready apartments.
  • Ensure that models and market ready apartments are walked daily and communicate any service related needs to maintenance.
  • Ensure that all service requests are recorded and communicated appropriately to maintenance.
  • Learn and ensure compliance with all company, local, state, and federal safety rules and Fair Housing regulations.
  • Ensure that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner.
  • Direct staff to follow a “safety first” principle.
  • Effectively convey ideas, images, and goals to a diverse group of personalities.
  • Must possess a positive attitude and the ability to smile under all circumstances.
  • Train the Assistant Property Manage to effectively manage the property when the Property Manager is not available.

Job Brief:

The Assistant Property Manager’s primary responsibilities are to assist the Property Manager with the day-to-day operations in achieving the financial and operational objectives of the community while ensuring everything is conducted in compliance with all local, state, and federal landlord/tenant and Fair Housing Laws.  The Assistant Property Manager helps oversee property maintenance, manages accounts payable/receivable, assist with resident relations, and help oversee capital projects occurring at the property.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Works with property management team to minimize expenditures, maximize revenues, and adhere to budget cost parameters.
  • Works with office staff and accounting department to ensure all rent is collected as due and that all revenue data is posted correctly in Yardi.
  • Manages preparation of all tenant correspondence, including late payment notices.
  • Produces monthly tenant delinquency reports and property accruals.
  • Works with property manager to complete monthly financial and property activity reports.
  • Works with property manager to prepare annual budgets and tenant CAM Reconciliations.
  • Shows vacant suites as necessary and explains property rules and regulations.
  • Ensures all move-in/move-out paperwork is completed correctly and has been approved by the property manager.
  • Must have skill in dealing with problem residents and general problem solving skills.
  • Ensures all apartment move-in, move-out, and other leasing data is entered correctly and in a timely manner into the Yardi system.
  • Works with management team to administer renewal program and works to maximize tenant renewals.
  • Works with property manager to hire, train, and develop on-site employees according to company policy and procedure.
  • Assists property manager with counseling and reviewing employees as necessary and as required by company policy and procedure.
  • Works with property manager to develop an effective, proactive team that works together to achieve property objectives.
  • Works with property manager and maintenance team to insures that suites, common areas and grounds are maintained according to property objectives.
  • As required, inspects apartments, common areas, and the property grounds to insure adherence to property standards.
  • Works with property manager to insure adherence to company safety standards, policies, and procedures.
  • Works with property manager to insure that all safety inspections are completed as required and ensures adherence to company key control policies.
  • Completes, as necessary, all required paperwork for all liability, workers’ compensation, and property insurance claims.
  • Oversees tenant and vendor insurance program.
  • Takes escalated service requests and works with the property team to ensure adherence to customer service standards.
  • Works with on-site staff to insure that tenant issues are dealt with in a timely manner and that proper follow-through is done.
  • Assists property manager with scheduling, organizing, and hosting tenant functions.
  • Assists with marketing the property to raise awareness and increase traffic.
  • Gain full knowledge of the Property Manager’s role to assist when they are out or to accept a promotion when/if the opportunity presents itself.

Job Brief:

The Leasing Consultant’s primary responsibilities are to answer incoming telephone calls, show and lease apartments to prospective residents, market the community to the local area to build awareness, and assist current residents with any inquiries they have.  

Job Responsibilities:

  • Knowledgeable of required telephone and sales techniques.
  • Must be fully informed of current rental rates, sizes, locations, and amenities of the property.
  • Answer incoming telephone calls and either work with the caller to help with their needs or direct them to the best person to assist them.
  • Show and lease apartment homes to prospective residents.
  • Market the community in the local area to businesses, merchants, schools, etc. to build awareness and increase traffic.
  • Complete lease forms for new and current residents.
  • Insure the model and vacant apartments are ready for showing.
  • Maintain work areas and office in clean and orderly manner
  • Help monitor curb appeal of the property and make appropriate suggestions to the Property Manager and/or Maintenance Supervisor for improvements.
  • Thorough knowledge of lease terms, specifications, and all community policies.
  • Responsible for “shopping” competitor properties.
  • Continually monitor market conditions to know what is going on with competitors or new events that would affect the market (i.e. new apartment buildings being built in the area).
  • Will maintain contact with all apartment locator services and local businesses to provide informational material. Update periodically.
  • Develop full knowledge of application information required, screening processes and policies regarding rentals.
  • Develop and maintain an on-going resident retention program under direction of Property Manager.
  • Assists with scheduling, organizing, and hosting tenant functions.
  • Plan an active role in the current resident renewal process.
  • Responsible for proper maintenance of all resident and property files.
  • Responsible for maintaining and updating Leasing and Property Information Handbook and Advertising Log Book.
  • Efficient and timely processing of all required administrative forms, reports, and related information.
  • Responsible for reporting unusual or extraordinary circumstances regarding the property or residents.
  • Must be courteous and efficient in the handling of resident requests and complaints.
  • Maintain a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
  • Ability to seek educational opportunities and self-improvement for personal growth and development.
  • Responsible for assisting the Property Manager and Assistant Manager with any other miscellaneous tasks conducted at the community.
  • Gain full knowledge of the Assistant Manager’s role to assist when they are out or to accept a promotion when/if the opportunity presents itself.

Job Brief:

The Management Training Program is designed to guide Candidates through each aspect of multi-family apartment management in order to become Property Manager of one of the Company’s premiere, nationwide apartment communities.
Candidates will train extensively at each position including Leasing Consultant, Assistant Property Manager, and Property Manager before independently becoming a Property Manager at a designated location. Top Candidates may move on to become an Area Manager where they will oversee a portfolio of properties.

Career Path:

The career path below outlines some of the Candidate’s job responsibilities at each stage of the Property Management Training Program, along with a general timeline that will be spent at each position. This career path can vary for each Candidate in the Training Program.

Introduction Training – Months 1-2
• Begin the Program at a local apartment community for introduction training. The Company will try to put a Candidate at a property close to their current location.
• Read, understand, and follow the Company’s Policies and Procedures. This also includes learning and adhering to all Fair Housing and local, state, and federal regulations.
• Train on the Company’s property management software – Yardi – to learn how to utilize the system.
• Learn and implement the Company’s Engaging Leasing Method for leasing apartment homes to prospective residents.

Leasing Consultant – Months 3-12
• Candidates will be required to relocate at this point. A one bedroom apartment with basic furnishings is provided upon relocation.
o See below for locations where the Company currently operates that Candidates may be sent to. The relocation will most likely send Candidates outside of their current city.
• Continue reading and understanding the Company’s Policies and Procedures and additional training manuals/material.
• Utilize the Engaging Leasing Method on phone calls and in person to lease apartment homes to prospective residents.
• Market the property to local businesses, merchants, schools, etc. and through multiple online resources to build community awareness and increase traffic.
• Monitor market competitors and conditions to stay current with surrounding influences.
• Complete lease and addenda forms for new and current residents to complete.
• Insure the model, vacant apartments, and tour routes are in pristine condition for showing each day.
• Assist in conducting monthly resident events.
• Take resident phone calls to input service calls or assist them with any requests they have. Forward escalated concerns to the Assistant or Property Manager.

Assistant Property Manager – Months 13-24
• Continue improving upon skills acquired as a Leasing Consultant.
• Ensure all rent is collected and posted in the property management software correctly.
• Diligently follow up with current and past residents that have delinquent accounts. Notate their accounts accordingly based on actions taken by either party.
• Process purchase orders and invoices to insure bills are paid in a timely manner.
• Build positive relationships with residents to effectively administer the property’s renewal program and retain the highest amount of residents possible.
• Work directly with the Property Manager to complete monthly financial, property status, and budget reports.
• Help current residents with any escalated issues they are experiencing.
• Active in the training of any new Leasing Consultants hired at the property.
• Assist the Property Manager on any miscellaneous administrative tasks needed.
• Gain full knowledge of the Property Manager’s position to be able to step in when they are out of the office.

Property Manager – Months 25+
• Manager the overall operations of the property.
• Demonstrate the ability to read, understand, and explain financial reports, lease/addenda documents, and all Company manuals.
• Maintain accurate records of all community transactions and/or events that occur on-site.
• Prepare annual budgets, income projections, and plan for upcoming capital projects.
• Effectively communicate with vendors to ensure accurate pricing and/or quality work.
• Ensure the property is performing to maximize revenue and minimize costs.
• Hire and train any new Leasing Consultants or Assistant Property Managers at the property.

Maintenance

Job Brief:

The Maintenance Supervisor’s primary responsibility is to work with the Property Manager to ensure and coordinate the safety, maintenance, equipment, and overall needs of the apartment community.  Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Maintenance Supervisor in the multi-family apartment industry or an equivalent.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Working knowledge in the following: A/C, Electric, Plumbing, Appliance, Changing Locks and Cutting Keys, Make Ready Punch Lists, Carpentry, Landscaping, and Curb appeal
  • Ability to plan ahead – ordering supplies for inventory, schedule vacant apartments ahead of time to get work completed in a timely manner
  • Ability to manage large capital projects – bidding, supervising contractors/sub-contractors, reviewing work completed.
  • Ability to solve problems – staffing, vendor relations
  • Ability to set goals and create a plan to meet them.
  • Ability to understand and work within a budget
  • Knowledge of Property Management at the Leasing and administrative levels.
  • Computer skills – ability to understand Yardi
  • Time management –meeting deadlines, hitting goals
  • Ability to lead a team effectively
  • Ability to create a teamwork environment
  • Ability to take direction from Management (attitude, comprehension)
  • Teamwork attitude
  • Ability to work well with Management/office staff
  • Works well under pressure

Job Brief:

The Maintenance Technician’s primary responsibility is to ensure all resident work orders are completed in a timely and accurate manner and to assist the Maintenance Supervisor with other maintenance requirements/projects at the property.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Electrical – Installs electrical conduit, wiring, switching devices, controls, outlets, fixtures, motors, and other such equipment. Also must be able to adjust, repair, and replace electrical relays.
  • Appliance – Includes repair, replacement, and installation of major household appliances such as refrigerators, dishwashers, stoves, washer and dryers, hot water tanks, and air conditioners.
  • Plumbing – Includes repair, replacement, and installation of faucets, pipes, hot water tanks, toilets, garbage disposals, dishwater, and washing machines
  • Must be able to complete work orders and repairs in a timely and accurate manner based on priority.
  • Perform light landscaping and grounds keeping work as needed.
  • Train to be able to step into a Maintenance Supervisor role.

Job Brief:

The Make Ready/Rehab Technician’s primary responsibility is to ensure that all vacated apartments are thoroughly restored to “market ready” status in a timely manner.  Work must be completed according to the Property Manager and Maintenance Supervisor’s timetable and specifications.  Make Ready Technician may also assist in other maintenance departments at the community.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Conducts all business and work in accordance with company policies and procedures, state and federal laws; e.g., OSHA, ADA, Fair Housing, etc.
  • Inspects vacated apartments and completes checklists in regard to getting the apartment “market ready.”
  • Informs Maintenance Supervisor and Property Manager of needed services and repairs.
  • Routinely performs the following duties in order to restore apartment to “market ready” status:
    • Conducts any demolition required in an apartment and assists with the removal of heavy/bulk items to the dumpster.
    • Checks all lights/electrical and replaces as necessary
    • Replaces or repairs windows, latches, screens, hinges, sliding glass doors, shelves, baseboards, mirrors, and closets.
    • Repair or replace appliances if needed.
    • Checks faucets, sink plugs, and repairs/replaces as necessary.
    • Performs exterior repairs to sinks, bathtubs, etc., when warranted
    • Assists with painting duties when requested. Transfers paint from storage areas to apartment units when painting is scheduled.
    • Repairs or replaces curtains, mini-blinds, ceiling fans, etc.
    • Repairs plaster holes in walls, paints as necessary
    • Inspects bathroom tiles, performs minor repairs/replacements
    • Changes A/C filters
    • Operates carpet cleaning equipment to clean carpets
    • Change out locks and create new keys for apartments and mailboxes.
  • Assists in keeping grounds clean at all times.
  • Assists maintenance when requested.
  • Delivers notices to all apartment
  • Reports supply needs to manager and/or senior maintenance technician.
  • Performs other tasks as assigned by manager or maintenance supervisor

Job Brief:
The Groundskeeper/Porter is responsible for the upkeep of grounds, amenities, building exteriors/interiors, Clubhouse/leasing office, parking lots, and other community buildings.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Job Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for meticulous upkeep of grounds, amenities, building exteriors and leasing office, parking lots and other community buildings.
  • Remove trash from office areas and apartment community perimeter on a daily basis.
  • Assist in the preparation to make vacant apartments ready to rent by removing trash, cleaning, etc.
  • Assist Maintenance Supervisor/Property Manager in completing the assigned maintenance tasks given.
  • Assist maintenance team with snow removal (if applicable).
  • Assist in the troubleshooting/repair of mechanical, carpentry and electrical problems.
  • Report any maintenance concerns for repairs in apartments, models, clubhouse, and/or common areas to the Maintenance Supervisor.
  • Meticulously maintain curb appeal.
  • Deliver communication documentation to residents.
  • Uphold all company policies, goals, and values.
  • Contribute to resident retention programs.
  • Ensures that unsafe conditions are corrected in a timely manner.
  • Learns and ensures compliance with all company, local, state and federal safety rules.
  • Immediately report all unsafe conditions to the Maintenance Supervisor or Property Manager.
  • Assist management team with other various tasks required.

Job Brief:

The Housekeeper’s primary responsibility is to ensure all vacant apartments, common areas, leasing office, clubhouse, and building exteriors are kept in a clean and orderly manner at all times.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Perform a variety of cleaning activities including, but not limited to, sweeping, mopping, dusting, and polishing
  • Be able to prioritize items that need to be done
  • Ensure all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards
  • Complete work quickly while maintaining Company standards
  • Protect equipment and make sure there are no inadequacies
  • Notify superiors on any damages, deficits, and/or disturbances
  • Deal with reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience
  • Check stocking levels of all consumables and replace when appropriate
  • Adhere strictly to rules regarding health and safety and be aware of any

Central Office

Job Brief:

The regional property manager provides oversight of our rapidly growing portfolio. This position will be based out of our St. Louis Central Office with travel to assigned properties. Qualified candidate’s primary responsibility involves directing the successful performance of a portfolio of multifamily apartment communities and their staff within their designated region.  The regional property manager is responsible for the overall supervision, motivation and success of the property managers and their self directed teams.

Job Responsibilities:

    • Supervise on-site, self-directed teams, and manage organizational issues pursuant to the company operating procedures.

    • Establish personnel and operation goals and monitor performance to ensure goals are met.

    • Communicate frequently with company owners regarding the operation of their communities.

    • Work with contractors and vendors to secure best pricing.

    • Supervise and approve the budget for each property and ensure the properties are managed to the budget. Review and approve non-budgeted expenditures.

    • Expected to provide creative and innovative solutions to challenges including, but not limited to, marketing, retention of residents and revenue enhancement.

    • Ensure the physical aspects of the property are well maintained and proactively plan and execute programs to enhance the physical aspect of the community. Monitor performance of on-site maintenance teams.

    • Closely review property reporting (e.g. weekly, monthly) for accuracy, timeliness and trends and take proactive action as necessary.

    • Maintain each property to the highest standards while staying in the budget guidelines.

    • Constantly build and improve company image and look for more ways to further promote the company.

Job Brief:

The Property Accountant is responsible for performing general ledger and reporting functions for designated real estate properties. Also responsible for specific additional tasks and special projects as directed by the Vice President, Controller.

Job Responsibilities:

  •  Prepare and enter general ledger journal entries.
  •  Maintain appropriate documentation of all journal entries made.
  •  Prepare and analyze monthly account reconciliations, including proposing any necessary adjustments.
  •  Reconcile bank accounts and make any necessary journal entries.
  •  Compare actual costs with property budget and explain and investigate significant variances.
  •  Prepare monthly reporting packages for review by Assistant Controller..
  •  Coordinate preparation of schedules for yearend audits. Prepare yearend financial statements pursuant to both GAAP and IFRS.
  • Input and update budget data as required.
  •  Assist with the development and updating of accounting and reporting procedures, as well as, internal control policies and procedures.
  •  Understand the properties’ on-site accounting procedures and activity to understand the revenue interface into the general ledger and to address questions raised by on-site personnel.
  • Perform specific tasks, either one time or recurring, as requested.
  • Become involved in and perform special projects as requested.