Christopher Billingsley
Property Manager
Stone Mountain,GA
Summary
Proven Property Management Assistant with a track record of enhancing tenant satisfaction and maintaining property standards at Sapir Realty. Adept in property inspections and maintenance coordination, I excel in fostering positive tenant relations and ensuring compliance. My adaptable approach and commitment to excellence have significantly contributed to operational success. I work very effectively with all county code and mechanical inspectors, home inspectors and appraisers.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Management Assistant
Sapir Realty
2644 Candler Pkwy., Decatur, Ga. 30032
05.2020 - 02.2024
- Assisted property manager in conducting regular inspections to maintain property standards and address any issues proactively.
- Maintained positive relationships with tenants through clear communication and prompt responses to inquiries or concerns.
- Enhanced tenant satisfaction by promptly addressing maintenance requests and ensuring timely resolution.
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Supported smooth tenant move-ins and move-outs by scheduling inspections, managing paperwork, and facilitating key exchanges.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Improved property curb appeal with diligent attention to landscaping and exterior maintenance tasks.
- Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
- Collaborated with legal counsel to address lease violations, evictions, or other tenant disputes in a timely and professional manner.
Property Management Assistant
Delta Properties
Decatur, Ga. 30030
06.2012 - 05.2020
- Assisted property manager in conducting regular inspections to maintain property standards and address any issues proactively.
- Maintained positive relationships with tenants through clear communication and prompt responses to inquiries or concerns.
- Enhanced tenant satisfaction by promptly addressing maintenance requests and ensuring timely resolution.
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Supported smooth tenant move-ins and move-outs by scheduling inspections, managing paperwork, and facilitating key exchanges.
- Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
- Maintained operational facilities attractive to potential tenants by organizing regular maintenance, major repairs, and capital improvement projects.
- Improved property curb appeal with diligent attention to landscaping and exterior maintenance tasks.
- Maintained compliance with local regulations through thorough knowledge of housing codes and regular inspections of premises.
- Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
- Efficiently managed service request tracking system, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and resource availability.
- Collaborated with legal counsel to address lease violations, evictions, or other tenant disputes in a timely and professional manner.
- Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.
- Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures.
- Introduced prospective tenants to types of units available and performed tours of premises.
- Monitored tenant behavior and implemented corrective action to maintain order in assigned properties.
- Coordinated with legal counsel to resolve tenant disputes.
- Conducted regular inspections of both interior and exterior of properties for damage.
- Communicated effectively with owners, residents, and on-site associates.
- Coordinated appointments to show marketed properties.
High School Social Studies Teacher
Decatur High School
310 N. McDonough Street, Decatur, Ga. 30030
08.1976 - 06.2012
- Researched latest teaching techniques and incorporated into lesson delivery to improve concept acquisition.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Created lesson plans and made adjustments based on overall class performance throughout year.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to keep parents informed of student progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Developed instructional aids for classroom use and encouraged student participation.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Educated students regarding national and global social issues and influencing factors.
- Encouraged consistent classroom attendance and managed student behavior using constructive criticism.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
- Maintained awareness of relevant current events and quickly incorporated study into curriculum.
- Met or exceeded course and student performance goals.
- Increased student comprehension of complex topics by employing various teaching methods and multimedia presentations.
- Served as a faculty advisor for various student organizations, providing guidance and support in organizing events and projects related to social studies.
- Organized extracurricular activities, such as debate clubs and community service projects, fostering leadership skills and civic engagement among students.
- Enhanced cultural awareness by incorporating diverse perspectives into lessons, promoting empathy and understanding among students.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and strategies for effective classroom management and lesson planning.
- Championed the importance of social studies education within the school community, advocating for resources and support on behalf of the department.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication about student progress and needs.
- Participated in school-wide initiatives focused on improving overall academic achievement, contributing insights from the social studies department perspective.
- Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring every student had an opportunity to succeed.
- Developed individualized learning plans for students, resulting in improved performance and increased confidence.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Established and communicated clear objectives for all educational activities.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details.
- Helped students develop important learning skills and good study habits useful in trade school or college education.
- Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
- Proctored quizzes, tests, and standardized examinations.
- Discussed important historical figures, dates and events which helped shape modern world.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Supported students in development of skills and strategies to become independent and successful learners.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Encouraged students to take active role in learning and academic success.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Created and maintained safe and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and parents.
Education
MBA - Social Studies Education
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.1981
Bachelor of Arts - History
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.1976
Skills
- True team player
- Property Maintenance
- Policy Enforcement
- Tenant relations
- Scheduling appointments
- Property management practices
- Building Security
- Adaptable
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Maintenance Coordination
- Property Inspections
- Customer service-focused
- Property Management
- Property tours and inspections
- Tenant and eviction laws
- Maintenance knowledge
- Preventive Maintenance
- Compliance Monitoring
- Valid Georgia driver's license
- Vendor Management
- Customer Relations
- Creative and Adaptable
- Property Showing
Accomplishments
During my teaching career I was the Outstanding Teacher of the Year for 1992-1993 and 2006-2007. I received the DeKalb Bar Association's Liberty Bell Award in 2012. Since my retirement from teaching I have remained involved with Decatur High School's ROTC. I have helped orchestrate a ceremony which is held on or near September 11th each year where first responders as well as private citizens who serve the community are recognized for all their service to others. For many years I, along with some student volunteers and parents, worked with the Decatur Cemetery to place an American flag on every veteran's graveside for Memorial Day Weekend, along with flowers. After Memorial Day we would return to remove the flags. Many of the vendors and contractors that I have worked with since then have become involved in both of these projects and it has been beneficial for their business, as well as for Sapir Realty.
Additional Information
I am currently seeking either full time or part time employment in the field of property management/property field agent. I have been married for 36 years and we have one son. We are active members of St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic Church in Lilburn, Ga.
Personal References:
SAPIR REALTY: Hudie Lipszyc 404-578-7666 hudielip@sapirrealty.com
Tzali Levin 770-330-6944 tzali.levin@gmail.com
DELTA PROPERTIES: Eric Schulman eric@dpatlanta.com
DECATUR CITY SCHOOLS: Duane Sprull, Principal Decatur High School 404-606-4046, 470-277-1386 dsprull@csdecatur.net
Col. Johnny Richards, Senior Instructor, JROTC 404-326-8511 jrichards@csdecatur.net
Dennis Trout, recently retired Decatur Housing Authority Senior Inspector 404-229-0637
Timeline
Property Management Assistant
Sapir Realty
05.2020 - 02.2024
Property Management Assistant
Delta Properties
06.2012 - 05.2020
High School Social Studies Teacher
Decatur High School
08.1976 - 06.2012
MBA - Social Studies Education
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Arts - History
Georgia State University