Vice President of Property Management

G & K Industries began operations in 1957 when Jona Goldrich established Goldrich & Associates to manage the construction of a Los Angeles apartment building. That company evolved into Goldrich & Kest Industries when Jona Goldrich and Sol Kest teamed up to develop their first apartment complex.

G&K is currently seeking a Vice President of Property Management to be based at our Corporate Headquarters in Culver City. We are seeking a dynamic seasoned professional to lead our winning team and be a part of an exciting and growing organization. The selected candidate will be responsible for a portfolio consisting of 13,000 apartment units and 2000 boat slips both affordable and conventional. Must be a strong motivator and leader for their team of Directors and Regional Managers, possess solid communication skills, and have a proven track record of overseeing multiple properties including prior experience re-positioning an existing portfolio. If you have high energy, a positive attitude, and enjoy working in fast-paced environment, then this is the right opportunity for you.

• Oversee the management operations of a portfolio of 118 apartment communities /13,000 units by providing leadership and motivation to Directors and Regional Managers and other team members.
• Establish and achieve financial goals by effectively managing to meet or exceed budgeted revenue and maintain or lower property expenses.
• Review financial statements, including budgets and variance notes and reports on status of properties.
• Define community objectives to optimize asset efficiency and achieve performance goals set in accordance with owners’ expectations.
• Maintain high occupancy level through effective property staff motivation, keeping informed of market conditions, understanding competitive pricing and utilizing appropriate marketing resources.
• Effectively communicate corporate objectives to staff through training and delegation. Follow up with Directors to ensure objectives are met.
• Promote a positive, growth-oriented environment for property staff.
• Develop a motivated team through effective personnel management. Lead by example, setting and communicating clear standards to guide staff to fulfill their potential.
• Review community conditions, including marketing corridor, units, common areas, leasing office and grounds when visiting communities.
• Open new communities and complete lease up of buildings as needed.
• Work with other departments (Marketing, Accounting, Operations, etc.) to ensure consistent and open communication.
• Stay informed of general environmental conditions to provide input and propose solutions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• At least 15+ years’ progressive property/management experience at the Director level.
• Previous experience must include responsibilities for property operating budgets, financial planning, analysis and tracking and solid financial results.
• Prior experience with federal and state housing programs including compliance regulations.
• Knowledge of organizational and community policies and procedures. Ability to apply policies and procedures to solve everyday issues.
• Proven professional verbal and written communications skills. Ability to create, compose and edit written materials.
• Ability to effectively present information to owners, clients, peers and team members. Demonstrate knowledge of demographics of portfolio. Must be self-motivated and a positive team member with effective communication and client relations skills.
• Ability to exercise initiative and problem-solving skills. Ability to establish priorities and coordinate work activities.
• Possess professional, friendly telephone and greeting skills. Demonstrated experience in providing customer service.
• Knowledge of computer systems and applications. Demonstrated proficiency in the use of the Internet and Internet searches. Must have computer skills including Microsoft Office programs, Internet and email at a highly proficient level.
• Requires mobility and walking at communities. Some bending, stooping and stretching.
• Able to lift items weighing up to 30 pounds. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment. Requires normal range of hearing and eyesight to record, prepare and communicate appropriate reports.
• Normal office environment. Incumbents must be able to physically access all exterior and interior parts of the community and amenities. Periodic exposure to outside elements where temperature, weather, odors and/or landscape may be unpleasant and/or hazardous. Shifts will vary.
• Previous experience with property management operating and information systems required, OneSite a plus
• Property Management Certification(s) is a plus
• College Degree, preferred