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Vanessa Smith

San Jose ,CA

Summary

Skilled Community Manager bringing 14+ years' experience in directing property operations, staff productivity, promotional strategies and contract development. Demonstrated record of accomplishment in boosting occupancy and bringing in long-term tenants.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Community Manager

Sares Regis Group Of Northern California LLC
Sunnyvale, CA
09.2012 - Current
  • Maintained productivity objectives by leading a 7-person team in a hands-on manner.
  • Reviews and analyzes monthly performance; completes meaningful variance reports; initiates annual budgets and forecasts.
  • Identifies potential market challenges; educates self, staff and regional manager about competitors and conditions in the marketplace; creates effective marketing plans.
  • Displays willingness and ability to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; weighs options and takes calculated risks.
  • Streamlined operations by communicating efficiently with clients, keeping meticulous records, budget management and internal collaboration. 
  • Evaluated property conditions and recommended improvements.
  • Successfully completed 5 lease ups, 1 condo conversion, and 2 takes overs. 
  • Manages daily operations such as: reviews daily rent recommendations and appropriately identifies opportunities to maximize income
  • Dual site manager experience and corporate trainer (Certified Facilitator Trainer)    

Assistant Manager

E&S Ring Management Corporation
San Jose, CA
06.2010 - 09.2012
  • Achieved recognition from senior management for contributions to the property's success by managing employees and operations to achieve optimal performance.
  • Trained new property staff members on protocols and best practices.
  • Judgment - Displays willingness and ability to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
  • Professionalism – Remains tactful and focused under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions and actions of subordinates; maintains confidentiality.
  • Addressed problems with customers to promote quick and successful resolution.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
     

Education

High School Diploma - undefined

Gunderson High School, San Jose, CA
2002

Skills

  • Property inspections
  • Administrative abilities
  • Staff management
  • Business development
  • Customer service
  • Marketing and advertising
  • Vendor management
  • Expertise in Yardi, Microsoft Word/Excell
  • Accounting
  • Property management
  • Client service and support
  • Contract negotiation
  • Leasing and sales

Timeline

Community Manager - Sares Regis Group Of Northern California LLC
09.2012 - Current
Assistant Manager - E&S Ring Management Corporation
06.2010 - 09.2012
Gunderson High School - High School Diploma,