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Regional Operations Specialist

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Des Moines, IA
20 - Manager

About the Role

At Asset Living, a Most Loved Workplace® certified employer in the Real Estate space, Nation's leader in third-party property management, building thriving communities coast-to-coast.

<p><strong>Asset Living Overview </strong></p>

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<p><span data-contrast="auto">Asset Living is a third-party management firm and a proven partner in fostering thriving communities nationwide. Founded in 1986, Asset Living has decades of experience delivering exceptional value to our partners. Since the beginning, our undeniable passion has driven our organic growth from a small property management firm to one of the most trusted allies in real estate. Asset Living's growing portfolio includes a multitude of properties across the country that span the multifamily, single-family home rentals, affordable housing, build-to-rent, active adult, and student housing divisions. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>

<p><span data-contrast="auto">Asset Living is a fast-growing company made up of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds that differentiate us and help us drive innovation and results for our clients and communities across the US. At Asset Living, we wholeheartedly believe 'Together We Lead, Together We Succeed. We empower each other to lead by example, collaborate, and evolve – inspired by our belief that we can continually improve as individuals and as an organization. Together, we create an environment where every voice is heard, every idea is valued, and every individual experiences opportunities to grow as Asset Living grows. When you join Asset Living, you become part of a dynamic team that thrives on unity, unique talents, and a universal culture of winning. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>

<p><span data-contrast="auto">Recognized as one of the nation's Best and Brightest Places to Work and ranked in the NMHC top 50 professionals, join Asset Living because of its reputation as the most trusted partner in real estate, workplace culture, and growth opportunities. Asset Living is a member of The Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) and is recognized as an Accredited Management Organization (AMO). Together, we lead the way, and together, we achieve excellence in all that we do. Join a workplace where success is a collective journey and leadership is a shared responsibility. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}"> </span></p>

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<p><strong>Operations Specialist</strong></p>

<p>The Operations Specialist will provide administrative support to senior-level management responsible for the overall management and performance of communities within the designated portfolio.   The Operations Specialist will perform tasks in various areas to include administrative support, research, analysis, marketing, and financials.   </p>

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<p><strong>Essential Duties & Responsibilities</strong></p>

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<li><span class="TextRun SCXW46705088 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW46705088 BCX0">Provide ongoing support to assigned senior-level managers.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW46705088 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>

<li><span class="TextRun SCXW266340571 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW266340571 BCX0">Collect and review historical income and expense information of apartment buildings.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW266340571 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>

<li><span class="TextRun SCXW226313767 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW226313767 BCX0">Interface with clients to </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW226313767 BCX0">facilitate</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW226313767 BCX0"> understanding of property performance and unique characteristics of assets.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW226313767 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>

<li><span class="TextRun SCXW26015216 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW26015216 BCX0">Gather and analyze market information to include market trends and rent </span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW26015216 BCX0">comparables</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW26015216 BCX0"> through both internal and third-party reports.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW26015216 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>

<li><span class="EOP SCXW26015216 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="TextRun SCXW265599957 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW265599957 BCX0">Lead and manage various internal projects.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW265599957 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></li>

<li><span class="EOP SCXW26015216 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="EOP SCXW265599957 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="TextRun SCXW161661968 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW161661968 BCX0">Preparation of </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW161661968 BCX0">materials</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW161661968 BCX0"> as necessary.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW161661968 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></li>

<li><span class="EOP SCXW26015216 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="EOP SCXW265599957 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="EOP SCXW161661968 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="TextRun SCXW76928878 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW76928878 BCX0">Prepare and ensure </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW76928878 BCX0">accurate</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW76928878 BCX0"> and </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW76928878 BCX0">timely</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW76928878 BCX0"> weekly/monthly/quarterly property reporting.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW76928878 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></span></li>

<li><span class="EOP SCXW26015216 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="EOP SCXW265599957 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="EOP SCXW161661968 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="TextRun SCXW8289221 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW8289221 BCX0">Answer and direct resident calls at the Corporate Level.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW8289221 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></span></li>

<li><span class="EOP SCXW26015216 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="EOP SCXW265599957 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="EOP SCXW161661968 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="TextRun SCXW26815360 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW26815360 BCX0">Coordinate travel, hotel, and rental car arrangements, as needed.</span></span></span></span></span></li>

<li><span class="EOP SCXW26015216 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="EOP SCXW265599957 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="EOP SCXW161661968 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="EOP SCXW26815360 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="TextRun SCXW176740679 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW176740679 BCX0">Other duties as assigned.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW176740679 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></span></span></span></span></li>

<li><span class="EOP SCXW26015216 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="EOP SCXW265599957 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="EOP SCXW161661968 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="EOP SCXW26815360 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"><span class="TextRun Highlight SCXW151847062 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151847062 BCX0">Travel Requirement: This position may entail travel, estimated at 10% of work time annually for property visits or internal meetings.</span></span></span></span></span></span></li>

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<p><strong>Education & Experience</strong></p>

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<li><span class="TextRun Highlight SCXW204707573 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW204707573 BCX0">Bachelor’s degree in quantitative majors such as finance, real estate, or economics or equivalent work experience a plus.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW204707573 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>

<li><span class="TextRun SCXW81083716 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW81083716 BCX0">Strong Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW81083716 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>

<li><span class="TextRun SCXW101459849 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW101459849 BCX0">Experience and/or knowledge in Property Management Software, such as MRI or One-Site a plus.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW101459849 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>

<li><span class="TextRun SCXW250527197 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW250527197 BCX0">Problem solving, decision making, and analytical skills </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW250527197 BCX0">required</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW250527197 BCX0">.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW250527197 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>

<li><span class="TextRun SCXW221777289 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW221777289 BCX0">Meticulous attention to detail.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW221777289 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559738":240,"335559739":240,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>

<li><span class="TextRun SCXW86389817 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW86389817 BCX0">Must be able to work with multiple deadlines and tasks while </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW86389817 BCX0">maintaining</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW86389817 BCX0"> efficiency and control over projects assigned.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW86389817 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>

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<p><em>This job description should not be considered all-inclusive. It is merely a guide of expected duties. The employee understands that the job description is neither complete nor permanent and may be modified at any time. At the request of their supervisor, an employee may be asked to perform additional duties or take on additional responsibilities without notice. <span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">This is a safety-sensitive position and may be subject to additional compliance requirements.</span></em></p>

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Asset Living is a residential property management company headquartered in Houston, Texas. We are proud to be the nation's largest student housing property manager, the second-largest multifamily property manager, and the fourth-largest affordable property manager. Our clients are property owners and investors and range from large institutions to smaller private entities, but they all have one thing in common: they count on us to ensure their properties thrive.

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