APRIL BARNHART
903-***-**** ad1zbz@r.postjobfree.com Tyler, TX 75707
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Highly accomplished professional with a demonstrated residential and commercial property management history, skilled in managing diverse property portfolios, crafting robust business strategies, and providing unparalleled customer service. After a dedicated hiatus to focus on family and personal goals, I am eager to re-enter the workforce, leveraging my proven expertise in leasing, rent collection, and proactive tenant issue resolution. My track record of consistently maintaining high occupancy rates and exceeding revenue goals positions me as a valuable asset to any team. SKILLS
Property Inspection Financial Analysis and Budgeting
Corporate Social Responsibility Third-Party Contracts
Marketing Program Development Lease Agreement Management
Capital Projects Management Employee Motivation and Guidance
Tenant and Owner Liaising Rent Pricing Optimization EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY MANAGER Lurin Capital January 2018 - February 2019
Managed a 264-unit community with an
8-member staff during extensive renovation
projects.
Implemented proactive strategies for property
maintenance, repairs, and improvements.
Met benchmarks for occupancy, rent collections,
and timely compliance paperwork.
Organized financial records related to budgeting, accounting, and auditing procedures.
COMMUNITY MANAGER Orion Residential November 2014 - October 2016
Managed, trained, and supervised a team of 12
employees in managing 328 townhomes, 64
duplexes, eight lake cottages, and 182 apartment
homes.
Oversaw all employee training, hiring, and work
responsibilities.
Conducted employee performance reviews,
negotiated vendor contracts, managed daily
pricing, and spearheaded the creation and
implementation of resident activities.
Managed vendor contracts for landscaping,
security, and pest control, ensuring competitive
rates are secured.
PROPERTY MANAGER NWP Management Company August 2009 - March 2014
Capable of creating marketing plans, renewal
incentives, and budgets.
Planned, scheduled, and coordinated general
maintenance and major repair projects.
Coordinated regular inspections of residential
units to identify potential issues or hazards.
Analyzed market trends to determine optimal
rental rates.
GENERAL MANAGER Wingate Inn August 2005 - May 2007
Oversaw daily operations at an 88-room hotel. Managed and supervised a team of approximately 24 employees, overseeing their hiring, training,
and performance reviews.
Conducted daily reviews of night audit reports
and prepared monthly reports for the Vice
President's review.
Processed deposits, weekly/bi-weekly orders,
and direct bills for business accounts.
REGIONAL SUPERVISOR Emerald Ridge Apartments February 2003 - August 2005
Oversaw daily operations for a 484-apartment
home community.
Adept at prioritizing tasks to ensure timely
completion across all properties.
Hired and trained all staff members, managed
new hire paperwork, handled on-the-job injuries,
and prepared monthly, quarterly, and yearly
reports for owners and the Management
Company.
Concurrently supervised the operations and sale
of a local community with 200 apartment homes
and a community in Florida with over 300
apartment homes.
COMMERCIAL MANAGER Burns & Noble February 2002 - February 2003
Oversaw daily operations for more than 156,000
square feet of combined warehouse, commercial,
and retail space.
Monitored competitive terms, customer
satisfaction with terms and conditions, and
contracting practices to maximize client
retention.
Assessed market trends, competitor activity,
pricing dynamics, and customer needs to inform
decision-making processes.
Created comprehensive reports on the progress
of projects, highlighting risks or potential issues for senior management review.
COMMUNITY MANAGER Emerald Ridge Apartments June 1996 – October 2002
Oversaw daily operations for more than 156,000
square feet of combined warehouse, commercial,
and retail space.
Monitored competitive terms, customer
satisfaction with terms and conditions, and
contracting practices to maximize client
retention.
Assessed market trends, competitor activity,
pricing dynamics, and customer needs to inform
decision-making processes.
Created comprehensive reports on the progress
of projects, highlighting risks or potential issues for senior management review.
EDUCATION
COMPUTERIZED ACCOUNTING American Commercial College 1987 AWARDS
Top 5 Property 1 Year Top 25 Property 3 Years
Best Apartment Community BScene Magazine Top Leasing Agent of The Quarter 1 Year REFERENCES
References are available upon request.