Hands-on Community Manager known for excellent public relations and marketing coordination. Highly trained professional with passion for working with and for people. Solutions-oriented problem-solver with goal-oriented mindset.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
LEASING CONSULTANT
BH MANAGEMENT
07.2023 - Current
The primary point of contact for all prospective residents
Greet and tour prospective residents, explain qualifications and qualify all prospective residents, and prepare and maintain all leasing files in CRM software
Responsible for knowing the status of vacant units; inspection of all pre-leased apartments and securing lease renewals
Responsible for ensuring the marketing, motivation, administrative, and financial operation of the property under the direction of the Community Manager
Maintained a strong understanding of the community, specials and floor plans
Maintained a comprehensive working knowledge of all aspects of leasing units and leasing documents in accordance with Company and Fair Housing guidelines
Prepared all new leases and lease renewals, processes lease application paperwork for the approval of the Community Manager
Understand and qualified all prospective residents via Rent Cafe and maintains all resident leasing files (electronically)
Inspected all target and/or show units in advance and in preparation of greeting and touring new prospects
Inspected all pre-leased apartments prior to residents scheduled move in date: coordinated all changes regarding resident move-outs
Completes outreach marketing duties as assigned by Regional Marketing Specialist
Maintained an understanding of all market survey data and utilizes information to generate traffic of potential residents
Oversee all pricing and confirms that the pricing is correctly updated on the BH company website
Maintained high occupancy rates through effective marketing strategies and excellent customer service.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
QVC. INC
01.2021 - 07.2023
Communicate with customers, resourcefulness, and procedural knowledge
Listen carefully to customers to ensure appropriate responses
Assist customer in making a purchase decision
Provide product specifications
Energetic attitude, warm welcome and positive tone over the phone
Upsells products
Calls monitored for quality service
Handle 75+ calls a shift
Processed offline orders
Provided technical support with billing and payments.
PROJECT SPECIALIST
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO
05.2014 - 10.2020
Technical support with all aspects of project management support to end users while complying with policy and procedures
Design and Construction contracts manager for all minor, major renovations and new construction projects
Prepared; tracking construction and design contracts, utilizing PeopleSoft, Rowdy Exchange, and Total Contract Management to verify funding sources and ensure funding is available
Maintain budget status, review pay applications, run Monthly Finical Reports (MFRs), invoices and encumbrances with issues
Monthly financial reports are audited at the close of every work order
Account reconciliations for different funding sources such as PUF, LEER, Deferred Maintenance, Cost Centers, Grants and Capital Project Ids
Gather with stakeholders and provide their renovation needs under a project scheduled
Process monthly billing
End of project reconciliation to return funding for stakeholders
Review Job Order Contracts for constructions contracts; review for inconsistencies in documentation: verify all necessary documents are included in contract packets
Coordinate RFP/RFQ Contracting Processing and serve as point of contact with Purchasing/EHSRM departments to ensure UGC guidelines are followed
Request required bonding/certificates of insurance and other compliance documents
Maintain Space Management Approval documentation
Verify funding approvals for projects and associated budget information; with Business Customer Service and Financial Affairs
Verify Funding, encumbrances and budget errors
Problem Solver and Technical support
Maintain consultants, general contractors, vendor contact information and certificates
Closeouts and archiving: maintaining both digital and paper-based archive system from closeout documents
Process invoices and pay application
Work with Purchasing on encumbrance adjustments
Budget Overview: Expenses, Encumbrances, and Available Balances Communicate with BCS when funding accounts are ready to be closed
COMMUNITY MANAGER
SEQUOIA REALESTATE MANAGEMENT
04.2008 - 02.2013
Review all Texas Apartment Association rental applications, lease contract and addendums forms for accuracy and compliance with company policies
Increased property monthly income, while maintaining property expense and steady occupancy
Develop marketing strategies, through streamlining without adding to onsite workload
Increase resident engagement
Completion of forms and investor reports
Complete Payroll
Complete all accounting and recordkeeping functions
Complete all close out reports and audits
Maintained property occupancy at 98%.
Developed a comprehensive communication plan to streamline internal processes and ensure consistent messaging across platforms.
Managed social media channels effectively for improved brand visibility and increased audience interaction.
Organized regular community events, fostering a sense of belonging among members and promoting networking opportunities.
Promoted a positive company culture within the online community by highlighting employee achievements and sharing team success stories.
Education
GED -
James Madison High School
San Antonio, TX
04.1997
Skills
Creative Problem-Solving
Budget Control
Customer Relationship Management
Work Planning and Prioritization
Detail Oriented
Documentation And Reporting
Documentation Management
Daily Operations Management
Property tours and inspections
Financial budgeting and reporting
CRM Software
Project Management
References
Refences available upon request.
Timeline
LEASING CONSULTANT
BH MANAGEMENT
07.2023 - Current
CUSTOMER SERVICE
QVC. INC
01.2021 - 07.2023
PROJECT SPECIALIST
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT SAN ANTONIO
05.2014 - 10.2020
COMMUNITY MANAGER
SEQUOIA REALESTATE MANAGEMENT
04.2008 - 02.2013
GED -
James Madison High School
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