Administrative Manager Property

KENNETH A. WATSON

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Vacaville, CA 95687

Cell: 707-***-****

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a position in a Company or Corporation as a Community Manager. A responsible and quick learning military veteran, with proven excellence and proven dependability in a position in Property Management. Overall competency and versatility are evident through Property Management experience and accomplishments. Hands-on self-starter with excellent written, verbal and analytical skills as well as willingness to always stay abreast on the industries best practices and continually brings top quality programs, policies and training solutions to any organization.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

● Knowledgeable of all phases of property management/operation for an apartment community

● Experienced in Department of HUD Housing Programs and Housing Choice Voucher Program

● Outstanding organization and time management skills with a strong attention to detail

● Experience in Managing troubled and hard to rent properties

● Experience with Tax Credit and Section 8 Programs

● Formulating and submittal of functional budget on property

● Managed Affordable Tax Credit program

● Experienced in Training, Evaluation, Motivating and team building of on-site staff.

● Ability to effectively communicate in a variety of social economic environments.

● Working knowledge in Microsoft Office Programs (Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel;

● Provides outstanding office administrative support.

● Performs other duties as required

EMPLOYMENT

Aug 2011 – Nov 2011 – Community Manager, Rivercourt Apartments, Sacramento, CA

Manage the day to day operation of a 166 unit mixed community that consists of Tax Credit, Bond and Market Rate units.

Dec 2010 – Present, Community Manager, Runnymede Gardens Apartments, East Palo Alto, CA

Manage the day to day operation of a 78 unit Senior Apartment complex consisting of HUD, Section 8, TAX CREDIT and CALFHA funding programs. May 2005 to July 2010. Community Manager, Western National Group, The Summit at Hilltop, Richmond, CA

Directs and coordinates activities of on-site staff by performing duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. Responsible for all phases of the operation of a property including, but not limited to, residence life, leasing, general administration, maintenance, housekeeping, food service and telecommunications. To direct and control all personnel and resources to the end that the property is maintained, at all times, in good physical condition with a stabilized fiscal operation and satisfied customers.Responsible for day-to-day operations of a 340 Unit Apartment complex mixed with affordable and conventional rental programs... Duties include; budgeting, resident relations, vendor contracts and supervision, lease administration, supervision of on-site personnel, etc. Responsible for all operational and management phases of the designated community of responsibility; including but not limited to: general office administration, development of annual operating expense budget, monthly variance and forecasting reporting, maintenance, direct control of all personnel and resources to the end that the property is maintained, at all times, in a good physical condition with a stabilized fiscal operation. *Coaches and drives Leasing Team to identify appropriate sales and marketing campaigns that align to the set/agreed goals and objectives/occupancy levels and unit pricing Maintains sound Owner/Customer relations. This property was voted “Best Rental Community for 2006” for the Contra Costa Apartment Association. (Left due to Property being sold to another Property Management Company.)

● June 2004 to May 2005, Myan Management Group, Community Manager, Atrium Court Apartments, Sacramento, CA

Responsible for day-to-day operations of a 224 Unit Tax Credit Apartment complex. Duties include; budgeting, resident relations, vendor contracts and supervision, lease administration, supervision of on-site personnel, etc. Responsible for all operational and management phases of the designated community of responsibility; including but not limited to: general office administration, development of annual operating expense budget, monthly variance and forecasting reporting, maintenance, direct control of all personnel and resources to the end that the property is maintained, at all times, in a good physical condition with a stabilized fiscal operation. *Coaches and drives Leasing Team to identify appropriate sales and marketing campaigns that align to the set/agreed goals and objectives/occupancy levels and unit pricing Maintains sound Owner/Customer relations Work daily with the Sacramento Housing Authority’s Section 8 Program ensuring qualified applicants are screened and qualified for that program. (Left due to Property Management Company change by owners)

December 29, 2003 to May 2004, USA Multifamily Property Management, Community Manager, Heritage park at Hilltop, Richmond, Ca

● Responsible for day-to-day operations of a 192 Unit Tax Credit Senior Apartment complex. Duties include; budgeting, resident relations, vendor contracts and supervision, lease administration, supervision of on-site personnel, etc. Responsible for all operational and management phases of the designated community of responsibility; including but not limited to: general office administration, development of annual operating expense budget, monthly variance and forecasting reporting, maintenance, direct control of all personnel and resources to the end that the property is maintained, at all times, in a good physical condition with a stabilized fiscal operation. *Coaches and drives Leasing Team to identify appropriate sales and marketing campaigns that align to the set/agreed goals and objectives/occupancy levels and unit pricing Maintains sound Owner/Customer relations * Trains and is responsible for work performed by all direct reports. Work daily with the San Francisco Housing Authority’s Section 8 Program ensuring qualified applicants are screened and qualified for that program. (Left due to the fact that I wanted better compensation for my experience and duties)

April 7, 2003 to 28 December 2003, Satellite Housing INC, Property Manager, St Patrick’s Terrance, Satellite Housing Inc, Oakland, CA

● Managed the day to day operations for a 66 unit Senior Apartment Complex for a well known non profit organization specializing in housing for seniors and low-income tenants with programs funded by Tax Credit, HUD Section 8. (Left this job due to long commute, cost to commute due to high gas prices and bridge tolls and better compensation)

Jan 2 2003 to April 5 2003, Leasing Consultant, Renoir Staffing Agency, Sacramento Branch

● Performed duties as temporary Leasing Agent and Consultant for various properties in the bay area. May 1 2002 to November 2002, Barcelon Management Corporation, Property Administrator, Vacaville Gables/Alamo Gardens Apartments, Vacaville, Ca Manages the day to day operations of a 167 unit Tax Credit Apartment complex and a 180 unit apartment complex for a well know non-profit organization specializing in housing for seniors and low income tenants with programs funded by TAX CREDIT, Section 8, and Housing Authority Section 8 and Market Rents. (Left due to Property Management Company change by owners)

Feb 2001 TO April 1 2002, Property Manager, Golden Gate Apartment, Chinatown Community Development Center, and San Francisco.

● Managed the day to day operations for a 72 unit apartment complex which includes a combination of studios, two bedroom, three bedroom and townhouses for a well know non profit organization specializing in housing for seniors and low income tenants with programs funded by Tax Credit, HUD Section 8, San Francisco Housing Authority Section 8 and Market rents.Responsible for overseeing procedures and services to ensure they are performed in a timely and detailed manner. Prepare and maintain all legal documents and files for prospective residents and process rents, lease agreements, move-in-move-out addendums, etc. Responsible for organizing, following, and adhering to eviction procedures. Posting incoming rents and collects rent overdue. Complete all weekly, End of Month, Quarterly and annual reports. Responsible for the overall day-to-day maintenance of this facility supervising two maintenance staff. . (Left this job due to long commute, cost to commute due to high gas prices and bridge tolls and better compensation)

● March 1999 TO Jan 2001, Property Manager, Hamlin Hotel, Chinatown Community Development Center, San Francisco

● Managed the day-to-day operations for a 67-unit apartment complex for a well known non-profit organization specializing in housing formerly homeless and no-income tenants. Responsible for overseeing procedures and services to ensure they are performed in a timely and detailed manner. Responsible for the overall day-to-day maintenance of this facility supervising two maintenance staff. Other responsibilities: Work daily with the San Francisco Housing Authority’s Section 8 Program ensuring qualified applicants are screened and qualified for that program. Responsible for accounts payable, weekly and monthly reports, communication withy owner and Property Supervisor, problem solving with residents and employees. (Job promotion to a larger property April 1998 to March 1999. Commercial Property Administrator, Ardenbrook, Inc

● Directed /supervise/managed all aspects of facilities and buildings for two three administrative buildings, three commercial shopping malls, two banks and other real estate property for a commercial property management company. Developed, implemented and maintained maintenance programs for various facilities in several locations in the bay area. Administered work orders, coordinated and dispatched work, solicit customer/tenant assessments, troubleshoot problems and complaints, and solicit bids, processed invoices. Coordinate all aspects of maintenance for commercial properties. Directed management of vendors, contractors including office services providers. Managed maintenance program for all facilities working with local contractors. (Left this Employer to get experience and start a career in Residential Property Management)

June 16 1997 to April 1998. Administrative/Management Assistant, Airtouch Communications

● (Manpower Temp Agency) provided administrative support to Directors both in the Technical and Marketing Departments. (Temporary Employment)

Jan 7 1997 to June 16, 1997. Staff Associate, Pacific Bell Corporation.

● (Temporary Hire)Provided administrative support to various managers in the Benefits Department. 7 Jan 1972 to 1 Feb 1997, United States Air Force

● Manager, Operations Administration. Responsible for the overall administration for the Wing Current Operations Division. . Administrative Manager.Supervises all squadron administrative/personnel actions. Responsible for all administrative functions. Established policies and procedures relative to squadron administration. Performed duties as Unit Resource Manager. Responsible for over $1,000,000 in supplies and equipment. Assistant Superintendent, Resource Management. Provided oversight of a $144 million annual budget for the Operations Group. Skillfully prepared and submitted Fiscal Year Financial Plan justifying a much-needed increase of over $1,000,000.00. Oversaw and managed the efficient Government Credit Card program of over

$1 million in supplies and equipment for nine squadrons. Identified, justified, and executed over

$700,000.00 in Fiscal Year unfunded budget requirements. Work with government contracting office in administrating various government contracts with outside business agencies. Facilities Manager. Assisted in the development, recommendation, and implementation of policy and procedures in the utilization and maintenance of 100 group facilities valued well over $150 million. Assisted in the planning and execution of $3 million in renovations to group headquarters facilities. Oversaw projects intent on enhancing the appearance and working environment of several outdated facilities. Superintendent, Resource Management. Facilities Manager responsible for the multi-million dollar construction of three new facilities. Key member of the Base Real Estate working group providing timely input to the Base civil engineer and civilian design and construction engineers. (Military Retirement)

EDUCATION

Associates Degree in Human Resource Management, Community College of the Air Force, Completed over 50 credit hours with CCAF towards an associate’s degree in Human Resource Management with follow on Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. SPECIALIZED TRAINING

Tax Credit Basis, Association of Housing Management agents of Northern California Completed certified course for general leasing and fair housing laws Completed several TAX CREDIT courses with various management companies CAMS, RENT ROLL, AMSI, YARDI and PEAK, BOSTON POST and ACCUCERT Property Management Software

Facilities Management Course

MICROSOFT OFFICE Course (including MS word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Word Perfect) Financial Management Course

HUD Certified Occupancy Specialist training

Both MAC and PC literate

SALARY REQUIREMENTS – avail upon request

KENNETH ALLEN WATSON

184 Saybrook Ave

Vacaville, CA 95687

Dear Sir or Madame,

Are you looking for a hardworking motivated and enthusiastic individual to be a part of the growing Property Management Company? Could you benefit from a seasoned Property Manager who has had hands-on-experience in all aspects of conventional/affordable housing programs in Northern California? I have viewed your advertisement for a Community Manager with your company and would like to submit my resume for review. I feel that I am ready to step to the next level of property management and feel that I am qualified for this position. I have participated in many areas of Property Management both commercial and residential properties. I have worked directly with Property Manangent, Property Supervisors, owners for properties and investors, established and implemented policies. My vast on-site experience has allowed me the opportunity to become proficient in all area of property management. I have managed various affordable housing projects which all include managing large Tax Credit Properties I work well with diversity, cultural backgrounds and various ethnic groups of people. I am a seasoned 24 year Air Force Veteran and a seasoned 13 year Property Management Veteran. I am well organized, detail oriented, good sound judgment, self-motivated, works well under stress, able to adapt to any situation and I believe this would be a challenging position. I believe that with my vast experience and flexibility, I would be a definite asset to your company. I am available for an immediate interview and can present my qualifications at the earliest possible time. I am very interested in securing a full-time career position with your company. Please call me right away at 707-***-**** to arrange a time when we can get together for an interview. Thank you very much.

Sincerely,

KENENTH A. WATSON

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