Job Description
Join Us in Shaping the Future of Van Buskirk Companies as an Apartment Property Manager (Full-Time)
Are you an experienced Apartment Property Managerseeking a new or full-time opportunity? Do you excel in a supportive, collaborative work environment? We’re looking for a dedicated team member to manage our beautiful apartment buildings in Sioux Falls, SD. You will play a vital key role in maintaining high standards of property management and exceptional customer service.
What You'll Do:
Manage rental activities to maintain high occupancy, including preparing and showing apartments and storage units, evaluating applications, preparing leases and renewals, facilitating communication, and coordinating unit turnovers within three weeks.
Oversee revenue and collections by assisting with property expenses and budgeting alongside the Regional Residential Manager, collecting rent, preparing security deposit transmittals, following up on past due payments, negotiating late rents, assessing fees, and coordinating eviction services.
Ensure strong resident and customer relations by addressing concerns promptly and professionally, fostering positive relationships with residents, property maintenance, and vendors, and providing orientation materials for new residents while ensuring after-hours service coverage.
Maintain strong organizational skills with daily data entry of tenants, rental, and property information in rental software, running monthly reports, following up as needed, and keeping records of leases, move-outs, and openings up to date.
Oversee building and grounds maintenance by identifying deficiencies, communicating with Property Maintenance, and ensuring efficient pool operations, promptly addressing any issues.
What We're Looking For:
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Property Management or a related professional role (preferred)
Proficiency in MS Office, email, and office equipment required; Rent Manager experience is a plus.
Strong understanding of diverse disciplines essential for managing residential housing.
Exceptional customer service, negotiation, and diplomacy skills.
Self-motivated, service-oriented, and goal-driven individuals.
Strong leadership with excellent written and oral communication skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple complex operational matters.
Consistently prioritizes, and completes tasks accurately, efficiently, and professionally.
Who We Are:
At Van Buskirk Companies, we are more than a real estate, property management, and construction company — we are a family-owned team driven by our vision, values, and strong local roots. Proudly based in Sioux Falls for more than 50 years, we are dedicated to our vision:
“To create an extraordinary real estate experience that builds dreams and develops community.”
With decades of experience, we bring this vision to life by creating spaces and experiences that enrich lives, strengthen neighborhoods, and build lasting legacies.
Our Core Values:
Integrity: We take pride in doing the right thing and build trust with each interaction.
Teamwork: We value one another and our customers as partners and commit to shared success through positive communication, collaboration, and action.
Innovation: We think creatively to develop unique solutions to complex challenges.
Excellence: We continuously learn and grow our capabilities to bring our best work, every day!
Community: We are united to make a positive impact and build strong relationships where we work and live.
We provide businesses and families with a place to live, grow, work, and succeed!