Debra Duncan
Ideal,GA
Summary
Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO/COS) with 13+ years of experience in senior and affordable housing management. Proven success maintaining 100% HUD and 97% TCAC compliance. Skilled in Yardi, HAP Voucher Processing, EIV reporting, and staff training to optimize property operations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Relief Community Manager / Property Supervisor
Vineville Christian Towers / Christian Church Homes
Macon, GA
10.2020 - Current
- Assumed Acting Community Manager roles during transitions to maintain property continuity.
- Onboarded and trained 3 new employees on HUD fundamentals, Yardi, and HAP vouchers.
- Managed monthly recertifications and EIV reporting to maintain 100% HUD and 97% TCAC standards.
- Cleared delinquent recertification and move-in tasks to bring properties to current status.
- Directed a 196-unit senior housing facility and coordinated applicant referrals with the Macon Housing Authority.
Area Manager
Antelope Exclusive Management
Americus, GA
06.2018 - 10.2020
- Directed all property functions to ensure alignment with financial and business objectives.
- Maximized Net Operating Income (NOI) through cost control and revenue strategies.
- Audited SDE errors and implemented corrections to ensure data integrity.
Community Manager
Antelope Exclusive Management
Americus, GA
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Ensured 100% compliance across affordable housing programs.
- Maintained budgeted occupancy levels at approved rental rates.
Site Manager
Boyd Management
Ellaville, GA
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Executed outreach for Pecan Village, Shady Grove, and Whitewater Village.
- Collected rent and damage fees using Yardi software.
Deputy Clerk
Macon County Superior Court
Oglethorpe, GA
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Managed civil and criminal document filing, indexed dockets, and prepared arraignment notices.
- Responded to records requests and processed financing statements.
Administrative Assistant
Sumter County Elementary School
Americus, GA
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Assumed Acting Community Manager roles during transitions to maintain property continuity.
- Onboarded and trained 3 new employees on HUD fundamentals, Yardi, and HAP vouchers.
- Managed monthly recertifications and EIV reporting to maintain 100% HUD and 97% TCAC standards.
- Cleared delinquent recertification and move-in tasks to bring properties to current status.
- Directed a 196-unit senior housing facility and coordinated applicant referrals with the Macon Housing Authority.
Skills
- Compliance: HUD Regulations, LIHTC/TCAC Compliance, CPO/COS Certified, EIV Reporting
- Operations: Yardi Navigation, HAP Voucher Processing, Purchase Requisitions, Occupancy Management
- Leadership: Staff Onboarding & Training, Acting Community Management, Workflow Optimization
Certification
- Certified Professional of Occupancy (CPO): NAHMA
- Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS): NCHM
- High School Diploma: Continental Academy, Miramar, FL
Timeline
Relief Community Manager / Property Supervisor
Vineville Christian Towers / Christian Church Homes
10.2020 - Current
Area Manager
Antelope Exclusive Management
06.2018 - 10.2020
Community Manager
Antelope Exclusive Management
01.2016 - 06.2018
Site Manager
Boyd Management
01.2013 - 01.2016
Deputy Clerk
Macon County Superior Court
01.2012 - 01.2013
Administrative Assistant
Sumter County Elementary School
01.2007 - 01.2012