Tamara Bentler
Holts Summit,MO
Summary
Professional recruiter with a proven track record in talent acquisition and candidate relationship management, skilled in sourcing, and interviewing, while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Detail-oriented with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiter/Response Center Supervisor
Missouri Department of Corrections
10.2023 - Current
- Sourced candidates using job boards and professional platforms to identify qualified applicants for various roles
- Scheduled and coordinated interviews, facilitating smooth hiring processes
- Informed applicants about job details and department expectations, assisting with application procedures
- Organized and attended hiring events, coordinating with institutional wardens and personnel departments to secure venues and schedules
Assistant Property Manager
C&S Services
Chicago, IL
10.2022 - 03.2024
- Managed owner concerns and ensured timely resolution respecting HOA bylaws and declarations
- Oversaw provision of community services by outside vendors, maintaining strong vendor relationships
- Administered Work Order system to guarantee prompt response to resident requests and communications
- Updated homeowners' required property insurance records and maintained portal documentation
- Participated in board meetings alongside Property Manager to support community governance
Property Manager
Housing Hope Nonprofit
Stanwood, WA
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Placed disadvantaged community members in homes across eight communities, managing layered funding grants
- Collaborated with housing authorities to ensure compliance with HUD guidelines and tax credit regulations
- Conducted rent collections, late charge assessments, and prepared eviction documentation as necessary
- Processed applicant housing packets and resident annual recertifications punctually
- Maintained thorough documentation to support fair and timely resolution of resident and employee disputes
Property Manager
Prodigy Management
Kennewick, WA
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Emphasized financial reporting, vendor supervision, and compliance communication relevant to organizational and leadership skills
- Managed property operations including rent increases while maintaining occupancy and low delinquency rates
- Prepared monthly owner reports and weekly trend analyses to inform stakeholders
- Communicated updates on landlord-tenant laws via social media and email to ensure compliance
- Supervised maintenance teams and outside vendors, overseeing capital improvement projects
Property Manager
The Reserve and The Estates at Eagle's Pointe
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Managed 1100-unit community during renovation and sale, overseeing subcontractors and on-site staff of 14
- Restructured staff and supervised Homeowner's Association, ensuring compliance with Covenants and Restrictions
- Scheduled and attended HOA meetings, communicated with Board of Directors and property owners
- Increased collections and occupancy to 96-97% during property sale
- Supervised in-house renovation crew and property staff during 192-unit renovation, maintaining occupancy and services
Field Superintendent/Remote Office
American Homes 4 Rent
02.2013 - 05.2015
- Coordinated tenant move-ins and move-outs for a portfolio of 500 single-family homes
- Accepted and assigned tenant maintenance requests to subcontractors, ensuring timely completion
- Conducted property inspection reports at move-in and move-out to maintain quality standards
- Estimated property turn costs and scopes to optimize renovation budgets
- Hired and managed subcontractors, ensuring workmanship and punch-list completion
Property Manager
S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Managed senior tax credit multi-family property of 190 units with four staff, maintaining compliance and positive audits
- Achieved optimum financial returns through budget management, resident retention, collections, and occupancy
- Led lease-up of 160-unit new construction property, establishing office procedures and supervising six-member staff
- Achieved 100% lease-up two months ahead of schedule, ensuring unit punch-list completion
- Managed distressed 320-unit tax credit public housing property, increasing revenue through strong collections and marketing
- Improved property appearance and controlled maintenance costs by optimizing staff responsibilities and vendor contracts
- Recruited, trained, and motivated an on-site staff of eight to enhance operational efficiency
Education
Psychology, Addiction And Recovery
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Candidate screening
- Administrative skills
- Recruiting and sourcing
- Team collaboration
- Recruitment strategies
- Time management
- Talent acquisition
- Candidate sourcing
- Screening resumes
- Applicant tracking systems
Professional and Leadership Development Award
The PLDA is designed to reward and recognize the top 6% performers amongst State team members.
Timeline
Recruiter/Response Center Supervisor
Missouri Department of Corrections
10.2023 - Current
Assistant Property Manager
C&S Services
10.2022 - 03.2024
Property Manager
Housing Hope Nonprofit
08.2019 - 10.2020
Property Manager
Prodigy Management
05.2018 - 07.2019
Property Manager
The Reserve and The Estates at Eagle's Pointe
01.2015 - 12.2017
Field Superintendent/Remote Office
American Homes 4 Rent
02.2013 - 05.2015
Property Manager
S.L. Nusbaum Realty Co
01.2008 - 01.2012
Psychology, Addiction And Recovery
Liberty University