Rodger McFarland Jr
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Versatile Property Manager bringing solid blend of people skills combined to implement and enforce property rules and regulations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Property Manager
Volunteers Of America
New Orleans, LA
03.2015 - 06.2021
- Evaluated and recommended changes in rental pricing strategies to remain competitive in market.
- Monitored timely receipt and reconciliation of rent collections in accordance with landlord and resident statutes.
- Minimized vacancy periods by collaborating with building owners to strategize improvements to marketing initiatives, business plans and tenant outreach programs.
- Communicated regularly with key on-and off-site tenant contacts to achieve satisfaction with facility and services.
- Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.
- Developed and executed plan to achieve and maintain better rate of occupancy.
- Handled disciplinary actions, performance appraisals and terminations of company staff.
- Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office.
- Maintained operational facilities attractive to potential tenants by organizing regular maintenance, major repairs and capital improvement projects.
Substitute Teacher
Bossier Parish Schools
Bossier City , LA
10.2005 - 01.2008
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
- Administered standardized assessments with strict requirements and documented information in permanent records.
- Helped students develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
- Integrated existing and new technology into classroom to help provide creative and fun learning environment.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Implemented outlined grading and assessment techniques to document growth, development and knowledge advancements during teacher absence.
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Administration
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ 09.2019 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
Southern University At New Orleans
01.2014 - 05.2018
Skills
Customer service-focused
Staff Management
Administrative support
Database Management
Financial budgeting and reporting
Knowledge of Louisiana real estate laws
Adaptable
Exceptional oral and written communication skills
Contract Negotiation
Leasing and sales
Timeline
Master of Arts - Public Administration
Grand Canyon University
09.2019 - 02.2021
Property Manager
Volunteers Of America
03.2015 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
Southern University At New Orleans
01.2014 - 05.2018
Substitute Teacher
Bossier Parish Schools
10.2005 - 01.2008