WSFSSH MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of WSFSSH is to provide safe, affordable, senior housing that integrates compassionate property management with supportive services to enhance the independence and dignity of each resident. WSFSSH creates and preserves affordable housing while supporting the development of healthy neighborhoods.
JOB SUMMARY
West 108
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/ Valley Lodge is a combination Supportive and Affordable Housing residence and older adult shelter on the beautiful Upper West Side.
West 108
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provides 199 units of permanent housing units, including 119 Studio Apartments, 53 One Bedroom, 18 Two Bedrooms, 8 Three Bedrooms, and one two-bedroom superintendents unit.
Valley Lodge is a 110-bed shelter, where many clients are often linked to permanent units available at West 108
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residence, creating a continuity of care model for many shelter residents transitioning to permanent housing.
The Property Manager position partners with Social Services staff to collaborate in the development, evaluation and implementation of agency policies, procedures, and programs with the goal of improving the services provided to residents and shelter clients.
The Property Manager is responsible for safe operations of all aspects of the building; staff supervision, operating the property within the budget, facility maintenance, compliance, resident relations and collaborating with the social services team to keep residents stably housed.
The estimated start date for this position is September 2025 .
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Building Management :
- Supervise the maintenance, administrative and compliance staff
- Supervise the front desk staff (24 / 7) and maintenance team (4 West 108
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Street porters, 5 Valley Lodge Porters, 1 superintendent[MF1] [AP2] ) to ensure building operation continuity. This includes setting staff schedules and coordinating shift coverage as needed (vacations / holidays / etc.)
In collaboration with Facilities Department and the W. 108th Superintendent, manage ordering, repairs, coordinate service calls with shelter staff, and ensure daily maintenance operations of both West. 108th
and Valley Lodge.
Report on and address building related issues in a timely fashionAssure the building, sidewalks and alleys are clean and well-maintained; and all licenses, certificates, etc., are currentConduct at a minimum, bi-annual inspections, arranges for routine painting and repair work and monitors progress of work orders. Maintain accurate records, tracking service and performance of equipmentAssure compliance with fire safety regulations including routine fire drills and inspection of fire safety equipmentReview and recommend staff training needs and ensures staff is meeting minimum training requirementsAssure all required licenses, operating certificates, etc. are currentAssure all documentation is properly completed, managed confidentially, and stored in an appropriate location and submitted in a timely mannerAssure quality management is practiced in accordance with all internal and external policies and procedures including, but not limited to contract and leasehold obligations 24 / 7 front-desk coverage, maintenance of the buildingWith support of the administrative Income Certification Specialist, ensure annual income certification[AP3] s and lease renewals are completed, annually or as needed.Legal[AP4] Responsibilities including correspondence with legal counsel and timely generation of late letter / rent demands / behavioral notice for noncompliant tenants.Services to Residents :
Work collaboratively with social services to resolve resident issuesIn collaboration with WSFSSH Occupancy and Leasing departments, responsible for intake / admission, and discharge of residentsAvailable to negotiate and respond to grievances and reasonable accommodation requests.Respond to onsite emergencies and safety concerns, such as floods, fire, or tenant-related issues, in collaboration with maintenance and social services teams, as needed. Shared on-call availability with other members of the WSFSSH team.Ensure compliance to WSFSSH standards and all contracted agencies including but not limited to NYC Department of Homeless Services, NYC Department of Health and Mental Health, NYC Building Department, NYC Fire Department, NYC Housing and Preservation Department, Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), HPD Project Based Voucher Program / Section 8 Rental Assistance, and NYC Continuum of Care (CoC).Oversee lease up of vacant units in compliance with fair housing, marketing, tenant selection plans, tenant applications, agency regulated lotteries, and referral programs including but not limited to DHSMaintain resident information including move-ins and move-outs, rent changes, subsidy changes, and rent paymentsBudget :
Operate and manage the building within the prescribed budgets and ensure documentation of expenses meets contractual and agency standardsCollect and deposit rentsWork with CFO and Managing Director to establish annual operating budgetREQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES
Skilled at working with people who have histories of homelessness, are living with mental health conditions, chronic substance use, or other chronic challenges.Strong leadership skills with a proven track record for creating and maintaining positive and mindful changeAbility to collaborate across functional teamsAbility to work well under pressure, including emergency and crisis situations, and be flexible with work schedule when necessaryProven management skills including strong computer skills and facility with Excel, Word, Outlook. Facility with RealPage, Yardi or similar Property Management software.Experience with Low Income Housing Tax Credit programs and compliance, including LIHTC Certification, strongly preferred.Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferredREQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CREDENTIALS
High School Diploma or GED required, Associates or Bachelors degree preferredA minimum of two years of supervisory experienceA minimum of 3 years of experience with Section 8 and LIHTC, knowledge of other Housing subsidy programs preferred including but not limited to : Section 8 (project based and tenant-based vouchers), SCRIE, DRIE, City FHEPS / FHEPS, ESSHIPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, and bendMust be able to lift 25 lbs.Benefit Overview
Westside Federation of Senior & Supportive Housing offers full-time employees a comprehensive choice of benefits that include Medical, Dental, Vision, 403 (B) retirement savings, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Life & Disability, Short-term and Long- term Disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) commuter benefits and more. Voluntary benefit options and Time Off that includes 11-12 paid Federal Holidays, accrued Vacation and Sick Time.
EEO Policy or Statement
WSFSSH is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO); employment is based upon employees qualifications without discrimination, on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, citizenship status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
Monday- Friday 9am - 5pm
35 work week
Compensation details : 80000-95000 Yearly Salary
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