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JOB SUMMARY
The Strategic Initiatives Operations Manager supports the execution and operational
management of company-wide strategic housing initiatives. This role works directly
alongside the Director of Strategic Initiatives to assist in the day-to-day operational
oversight of all current and future initiative programs.
Strategic initiatives operate outside of standard automated leasing and reporting workflows
and require manual application processing, customized lease administration coordination,
financial monitoring, compliance tracking, and high-touch resident support.
This position plays a critical role in supporting the Director by assisting with operational
oversight, partner engagement, initiative research, and reporting, allowing the Director to
focus on executive-level strategy, expansion, and external relationships.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Assist the Director of Strategic Initiatives to support execution of all active
programs.
Assist in managing operational processes across all initiatives from prospect inquiry
through lease lifecycle.
Assist in identifying operational gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities.
Provide high-touch communication to applicants and residents as needed.
Support manual application intake and review to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Partner with Lease Administration to ensure initiative-specific lease terms,
addendums, and concessions are properly applied.
Verify all special program requirements are met prior to lease execution.
Conduct review of resident ledgers across initiatives.
Partner with Resident Accounts on escalated or complex financial issues.
Assist in preparing financial summaries and trend analysis for leadership.
Review service requests and complaint trends across initiative residents.
Identify recurring operational issues and escalate to appropriate leadership.
Provide insights and recommendations to improve resident experience and service
delivery.
Assist in developing and maintaining initiative-level reporting.
Track performance metrics across programs (engagement, delinquency, service
trends).
Attend meetings, events, or site visits on behalf of Strategic Initiatives when needed.
Assist in preparing materials for partner presentations and updates.
Support coordination of partner-related documentation and reporting.
Support implementation of new processes and program rollouts.
QUALIFICATIONS
5 + Years of Experience in leasing, resident accounts, or property management operations
Strong understanding of lease administration and contract terms
Experience with financial oversight (ledgers, concessions, delinquency)
Ability to manage cross-functional relationships
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Active Real Estate License
Experience supporting strategic programs or pilot initiatives
Experience working with public-sector or nonprofit partners
Strategic thinking with operational execution
Financial and risk awareness
Strong communication and professionalism
Ability to manage complex, multi-program workflows
What you can expect from us:
Competitive Compensation - Including performance-based bonuses that reward your contributions.
Comprehensive Benefits Package - Medical, dental, vision, parental leave, 401(k) with company match and more.
Generous Time Off – Enjoy PTO based on tenure, 13 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday.
Ongoing Learning and Development - Quarterly summits, town hall meetings and continuous training to support your professional growth.
A Culture that Celebrates You - We believe in collaboration, recognition and having fun while doing important work.
This summary is not an all-inclusive description of job duties. Other job duties and responsibilities may also be assigned by the incumbent’s supervisor at any time based upon Company need.
Employment with Progress Residential is conditional on a satisfactory background and drug screen.
Progress Residential is a proud Equal Opportunity employer, m/f/d/v.