About the Role
The Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (AAHC) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Asset Manager – Acquisitions to oversee a growing portfolio of multifamily residential properties. This role is crucial for driving asset performance, executing strategic business plans, and managing key relationships with partners and third-party property management companies, all while upholding AAHC's commitment to providing safe, stable, and deeply affordable housing.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the performance of affordable multifamily assets, including physical operations, leasing, and financial results.
- Review property financial statements, budgets, and forecasts to identify risks, opportunities, and performance trends.
- Track asset performance against budgets, pro formas, and market benchmarks.
- Develop and maintain financial models to project returns, distributions, and capital events.
- Monitor loan covenants and financing compliance.
- Monitor multifamily and affordable housing market trends, submarket conditions, and competitive properties to inform asset strategies and positioning.
- Provide guidance on leasing and marketing strategies, including pricing, concessions, absorption goals, and branding initiatives.
- Maximize asset value through operational efficiencies and strategic capital planning.
- Conduct site visits to stabilized and transitioning properties to assess physical condition, operational performance, and on-site team effectiveness.
- Maintain availability outside of normal business hours to address urgent issues and support crisis management as needed.
- Collaborate closely with property management teams and joint venture ownership to ensure transparency, alignment, and accountability.
- Partner with joint venture asset management teams to deliver timely, accurate reporting and analysis.
- Promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, performance excellence, and customer service across internal and external partners.
Requirements
- Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in residential asset management, with a strong focus on affordable multifamily housing.
- Austin market experience required.
- Demonstrated expertise in financial modeling, leasing strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and investment analysis.
- Experience managing assets within joint ventures and working with third-party property management companies.
- Ability to interpret and apply real estate agreements, including leases, loan documents, and partnership agreements.
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present strategies, recommendations, and decisions to internal and external stakeholders.
- Proven leadership experience, including managing teams and direct reports.
- Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Skills
- Financial modeling
- Leasing strategy
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Investment analysis
- Real estate agreements interpretation
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Leadership
- Team management
- Prioritization
- Deadline management
Location
- Austin metroplex
- Austin, Texas
Work Type
- Hybrid work schedule available
Experience Level
- 7+ years of experience in residential asset management
- Proven leadership experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree required
- MBA or related graduate degree preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $85,000 - $100,000/yr
Benefits
- Paid sick leave
- Annual leave
- Birthday leave
- Federal holidays
- 100% of employee health insurance premiums paid by the agency
- Supplemental health insurance options
- Dental insurance options
- Vision insurance options
- Life insurance options
- Employee Assistance Program
About the Company
- Established in 1937, the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (HACA) is a national leader in providing safe, healthy and affordable housing options for the Austin community.
- HACA's mission is to cultivate sustainable affordable housing communities and partnerships that inspire self-reliance, growth and optimism.
- The Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (AAHC) is committed to providing safe, stable, and deeply affordable housing to Austin residents.
- We partner with third-party property management firms to operate a diverse portfolio of affordable housing communities across the city.
- Our mission is rooted in trust, equity, and long-term community impact.
Equal Opportunity
- EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
