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Karen Larson Zissler

Salem,OR

Summary

As a Regional Manager with over seven years of experience in property management, specializing in Manufactured Home and RV communities, my expertise includes strategic planning, market analysis, team development, and problem-solving while ensuring optimal occupancy and tenant satisfaction. I am strongly commitment to building professional relationships and enhancing community performance and appearance.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dispatcher/Owner

Afi's Truck LLC
01.2025 - Current
  • Negotiate load terms including pay and delivery schedules
  • Prepare documents including COIs and Carrier Packets
  • Communicate with drivers and track delivery progress to coordinate timely delivery of goods
  • Maintain records in accordance with ODOT and FMCSA regulations

Regional Manager

WGP Property Management
11.2023 - 06.2025
  • Led regional operations, optimizing property performance within 19 Manufactured Home and RV communities across Oregon.
  • Supervised a team of 15 employees with high expectations of excellence and accountability
  • Maintained occupancy through market research and strategic planning.
  • Planned and implemented capital improvements, working closely with several vendors to ensure project completion in a timely and budgeted manor.
  • Planned fiscal year budgets and maintained NOI of each community through monitored spending.
  • Performed end of the month reports and delinquency audits.
  • Ensured alignment with corporate objectives and owner expectations.
  • Cultivated lasting relationships with property owners.

Area Manager

WGP Property Management
03.2018 - 10.2023
  • Oversaw daily operations of multiple properties, ensuring optimal performance and tenant satisfaction while adhering to all Fair Housing and Landlord/Tenant laws
  • Maintained accurate tenant files including financial records, correspondence, and interactions.
  • Processed rent collections, and executed FED/lock outs according to Oregon laws.
  • Worked closely with vendors to achieve capital improvement goals within budget and time allotted.
  • Assisted in procurement of Manufactured Homes including space measurements, permits, delivery and set up
  • Provided all aspects of the home sales process from Photographing, staged, and showed homes to close of the sale
  • Planned daily work schedules via safety and financial priorities
  • Oversaw pool maintenance and clubhouse reservations and cleanliness.
  • Planned and attended resident events.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Management

Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR
01.2018

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Adaptability
  • Customer Service
  • Communication
  • Computer Skills
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Microsoft Office
  • Effective Time Management
  • Leadership and Teamwork
  • Landlord/Tenant laws
  • Fair Housing

Certification

Jun 2025 - Oregon Property Management, OnlineEd

Timeline

Dispatcher/Owner

Afi's Truck LLC
01.2025 - Current

Regional Manager

WGP Property Management
11.2023 - 06.2025

Area Manager

WGP Property Management
03.2018 - 10.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Management

Chemeketa Community College

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