About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Property Management (Real Estate Services).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Overview

This opportunity supports a Confidential Client managing a portfolio of residential and/or commercial properties in Oak Lawn, IL. The Property Management Manager will oversee day-to-day operations, tenant relations, maintenance coordination, and financial performance across multiple local properties. This is a full-time, on-site role with regular local travel between properties.

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Key Responsibilities

• Maintain strong tenant relations to ensure satisfaction and retention
• Manage lease agreements, renewals, and ensure compliance with lease terms
• Coordinate property maintenance, inspections, and timely repairs
• Oversee budgeting, expense control, and financial reporting for properties
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and service procurement
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal property regulations and standards
• Supervise, mentor, and support a small team (typically 1–5 staff)
• Prepare and deliver regular operational and financial reports to ownership

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Qualifications & Preferred Skills

• Entry-level to early-career experience in property management or related field
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, or related discipline preferred
• Real Estate Broker license: not required to start; must obtain within the first year (per client policy)
• Familiarity with property-management software (e.g., Yardi or MRI) preferred
• Experience with lease administration and maintenance coordination
• Strong budgeting, accounting literacy, and financial reporting skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong tenant-relations skills
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and local housing/property rules
• Reliable transportation for local travel between managed properties

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Compensation & Logistics

• Estimated base salary: $76,005 per year (estimated). Actual pay may vary based on experience and qualifications.
• Regular local travel to multiple properties is required.
• Employment type: Full-time.

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What You’ll Bring

• Professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• A service-oriented approach to tenants and vendors
• Ability to analyze budgets and present clear reports to leadership
• A willingness to obtain required licensing within the client’s stated timeframe

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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