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About MidPen
At MidPen, we build communities that change lives. Since 1970, we have been committed to our mission: to provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need; establish stability and opportunity in the lives of residents; and foster diverse communities that allow people from all ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds to live in dignity, harmony, and mutual respect.
We develop affordable housing, provide professional property management for all our communities, and coordinate robust onsite support programs that help residents thrive. We are active in 12 Northern California counties and have earned recognition as one of the nation's leading non-profit developers and stewards of affordable housing. Our current portfolio of more than 142 properties is home to 22,800 working families, seniors, and people with special needs. We take pride in delivering affordable housing solutions, and we invite you to join us on a journey toward social, economic, and racial equity.
Location: Foster City
Learning Specialist – Property Management
Reporting to the Director of Talent Development, with a strong matrixed partnership to functional leadership, this Learning Specialist is embedded within a specific business function to build its capability from the ground up. For this role, that function is Property Management. The Specialist owns this function's Academy end-to-end, maintains close, current knowledge of their operations, policies, and procedures, and delivers training on-site and in the field as needed. While the primary focus is uplifting capability within Property Management, this role also flexes to support other L&D programs as capacity allows.
Responsibilities:
Academy Ownership:
- Own and continuously evolve the Property Management Academy, including its multi-level curriculum, learning pathways, and progression structure from new hire through experienced practitioner.
- Design, update, and deliver Academy content using adult learning principles, ensuring alignment with property management roles, career pathways, and certification requirements.
- Establish and manage an annual Academy calendar and cadence in partnership with functional leadership and the Director of Talent Development; track participation, completion, and outcomes, and report on business performance impact.
Functional Needs Assessment & Stakeholder Partnership:
- Maintain current knowledge of Property Management's operations, priorities, organizational structure, and performance metrics to proactively identify capability gaps.
- Serve as the primary L&D point of contact, building trusted relationships across the function and conducting targeted needs assessments through site visits, interviews, performance data, and incident/complaint trends.
- Translate business priorities and identified training needs into a prioritized, business-aligned learning roadmap in partnership with the Director of Talent Development.
Training Delivery & Facilitation:
- Facilitate regular instructor-led and virtual training sessions, up to five days per week, covering onboarding, professional skills, leadership, technical, and compliance topics.
- Deliver consistent, engaging learning experiences using adult learning principles and active learning techniques across in-person and virtual platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams), adapting delivery style, pacing, and examples to a diverse, distributed workforce.
- Manage classroom and virtual session logistics in partnership with the Learning Administrator, including materials, technology setup, and participant engagement.
Policy, Procedure & Compliance Training:
- Design and deliver training on Property Management policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including fair housing, affordable housing compliance, and safety standards, in collaboration with functional partners (e.g., Compliance, Property Management leadership).
- Keep training content current as policies, procedures, and regulations change, and proactively flag needed updates.
- Ensure Property Management training initiatives meet applicable regulatory and organizational requirements.
In-Field Training & Coaching:
- Travel regularly to MidPen properties to deliver in-field, hands-on training and coaching for property management and site teams.
- Observe on-site interactions and workflows, providing actionable, in-the-moment feedback to reinforce best practices and consistent execution; support site teams through onboarding, transitions, and performance challenges with tailored coaching.
- Build and coach a network of on-site subject matter experts and peer trainers to promote consistent practices across locations.
Enterprise Program Support & Collaboration:
- Deliver or co-facilitate enterprise-wide L&D programs as needed (e.g., New Employee Orientation, leadership development, and professional skills), balancing capacity with Property Management priorities.
- Collaborate with the Senior Learning Specialist, Learning Specialist, and Learning Administrator to share content, tools, and delivery support across the L&D team while representing Property Management's learning needs in enterprise talent development strategy and roadmap discussions.
Evaluation, Reporting & Continuous Improvement:
- Design, conduct, and evaluate post-instruction outcomes using methods beyond Kirkpatrick's Level 1, connecting learning outcomes to business performance metrics.
- Synthesize and communicate insights, progress, and Academy outcomes to functional leadership and the Director of Talent Development, recommending evidence-based adjustments.
- Maintain accurate Learning Management System records and tracking tools in partnership with the Learning Administrator; stay current on industry trends and translate best practices into pragmatic MidPen solutions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Human Resources, Communication, Organizational Development, or a related field, with a minimum of 2 years of experience in training facilitation or delivery, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
- Experience in property management, affordable housing, or a related operational field is strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to lead groups of varying sizes in person and virtually with consistency, energy, and professionalism.
- Strong understanding of instructional design methodology and adult learning principles, with the ability to develop structured, multi-level curricula.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly build deep working knowledge of business operations, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to analyze performance and training data to identify capability gaps and measure program impact.
- Strong consulting, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to partner with operational leaders at all levels and engage diverse audiences and learning styles.
- Proficiency with virtual meeting and training technologies, including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, polling, and breakout tools.
- Familiarity with Learning Management Systems and instructional design principles.
- Highly organized and reliable, with the ability to manage multiple training schedules, sessions, and locations.
- Ability to receive and apply feedback quickly to continuously improve training delivery and quality.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of current auto insurance, required for regular property travel.
Physical Requirements
- Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks
- Frequently sitting
- Frequently stand/walk
- Occasionally reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 15 pounds
- Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl
- This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Pay Range
$77,600.00 - $87,300.00 - Annual Salary - Pay based on applicable experience and qualifications
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
Benefits and Compensation (see here for full details)
- Health Insurance
- Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Investment
- Employee Education Reimbursement Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- FSA for Childcare, Medical, and Commuter Benefits
- EAP Program
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Company Holidays
- Wellness Days
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
MidPen Housing Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please notify your recruiter. Consistent with its obligations under the law, MidPen Housing Corp. will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
About MidPen
At MidPen, we build communities that change lives. Since 1970, we have been committed to our mission: to provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need; establish stability and opportunity in the lives of residents; and foster diverse communities that allow people from all ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds to live in dignity, harmony, and mutual respect.
We develop affordable housing, provide professional property management for all our communities, and coordinate robust onsite support programs that help residents thrive. We are active in 12 Northern California counties and have earned recognition as one of the nation's leading non-profit developers and stewards of affordable housing. Our current portfolio of more than 142 properties is home to 22,800 working families, seniors, and people with special needs. We take pride in delivering affordable housing solutions, and we invite you to join us on a journey toward social, economic, and racial equity.
Location: Foster City
Learning Specialist – Property Management
Reporting to the Director of Talent Development, with a strong matrixed partnership to functional leadership, this Learning Specialist is embedded within a specific business function to build its capability from the ground up. For this role, that function is Property Management. The Specialist owns this function's Academy end-to-end, maintains close, current knowledge of their operations, policies, and procedures, and delivers training on-site and in the field as needed. While the primary focus is uplifting capability within Property Management, this role also flexes to support other L&D programs as capacity allows.
Responsibilities:
Academy Ownership:
- Own and continuously evolve the Property Management Academy, including its multi-level curriculum, learning pathways, and progression structure from new hire through experienced practitioner.
- Design, update, and deliver Academy content using adult learning principles, ensuring alignment with property management roles, career pathways, and certification requirements.
- Establish and manage an annual Academy calendar and cadence in partnership with functional leadership and the Director of Talent Development; track participation, completion, and outcomes, and report on business performance impact.
Functional Needs Assessment & Stakeholder Partnership:
- Maintain current knowledge of Property Management's operations, priorities, organizational structure, and performance metrics to proactively identify capability gaps.
- Serve as the primary L&D point of contact, building trusted relationships across the function and conducting targeted needs assessments through site visits, interviews, performance data, and incident/complaint trends.
- Translate business priorities and identified training needs into a prioritized, business-aligned learning roadmap in partnership with the Director of Talent Development.
Training Delivery & Facilitation:
- Facilitate regular instructor-led and virtual training sessions, up to five days per week, covering onboarding, professional skills, leadership, technical, and compliance topics.
- Deliver consistent, engaging learning experiences using adult learning principles and active learning techniques across in-person and virtual platforms (Zoom, Microsoft Teams), adapting delivery style, pacing, and examples to a diverse, distributed workforce.
- Manage classroom and virtual session logistics in partnership with the Learning Administrator, including materials, technology setup, and participant engagement.
Policy, Procedure & Compliance Training:
- Design and deliver training on Property Management policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including fair housing, affordable housing compliance, and safety standards, in collaboration with functional partners (e.g., Compliance, Property Management leadership).
- Keep training content current as policies, procedures, and regulations change, and proactively flag needed updates.
- Ensure Property Management training initiatives meet applicable regulatory and organizational requirements.
In-Field Training & Coaching:
- Travel regularly to MidPen properties to deliver in-field, hands-on training and coaching for property management and site teams.
- Observe on-site interactions and workflows, providing actionable, in-the-moment feedback to reinforce best practices and consistent execution; support site teams through onboarding, transitions, and performance challenges with tailored coaching.
- Build and coach a network of on-site subject matter experts and peer trainers to promote consistent practices across locations.
Enterprise Program Support & Collaboration:
- Deliver or co-facilitate enterprise-wide L&D programs as needed (e.g., New Employee Orientation, leadership development, and professional skills), balancing capacity with Property Management priorities.
- Collaborate with the Senior Learning Specialist, Learning Specialist, and Learning Administrator to share content, tools, and delivery support across the L&D team while representing Property Management's learning needs in enterprise talent development strategy and roadmap discussions.
Evaluation, Reporting & Continuous Improvement:
- Design, conduct, and evaluate post-instruction outcomes using methods beyond Kirkpatrick's Level 1, connecting learning outcomes to business performance metrics.
- Synthesize and communicate insights, progress, and Academy outcomes to functional leadership and the Director of Talent Development, recommending evidence-based adjustments.
- Maintain accurate Learning Management System records and tracking tools in partnership with the Learning Administrator; stay current on industry trends and translate best practices into pragmatic MidPen solutions.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Education, Human Resources, Communication, Organizational Development, or a related field, with a minimum of 2 years of experience in training facilitation or delivery, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
- Experience in property management, affordable housing, or a related operational field is strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to lead groups of varying sizes in person and virtually with consistency, energy, and professionalism.
- Strong understanding of instructional design methodology and adult learning principles, with the ability to develop structured, multi-level curricula.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly build deep working knowledge of business operations, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to analyze performance and training data to identify capability gaps and measure program impact.
- Strong consulting, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to partner with operational leaders at all levels and engage diverse audiences and learning styles.
- Proficiency with virtual meeting and training technologies, including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, polling, and breakout tools.
- Familiarity with Learning Management Systems and instructional design principles.
- Highly organized and reliable, with the ability to manage multiple training schedules, sessions, and locations.
- Ability to receive and apply feedback quickly to continuously improve training delivery and quality.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Valid California driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of current auto insurance, required for regular property travel.
Physical Requirements
- Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks
- Frequently sitting
- Frequently stand/walk
- Occasionally reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, use a telephone, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 15 pounds
- Rarely twist/bend/stoop/squat, kneel/crawl
- This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Pay Range
$77,600.00 - $87,300.00 - Annual Salary - Pay based on applicable experience and qualifications
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
Benefits and Compensation (see here for full details)
- Health Insurance
- Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Investment
- Employee Education Reimbursement Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- FSA for Childcare, Medical, and Commuter Benefits
- EAP Program
- Pet Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Company Holidays
- Wellness Days
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
MidPen Housing Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please notify your recruiter. Consistent with its obligations under the law, MidPen Housing Corp. will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
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Who's Hiring
- Target15
- MMS10
- Phase Housing Management8P
- JLL7
- Three Saints Bay6
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in property management lead jobs.
- Three or more years of experience in property management or a supervisory real estate role
- Proficiency with property management software such as Yardi, AppFolio, or MRI
- Strong knowledge of landlord-tenant law, fair housing regulations, and lease administration
- Demonstrated experience managing maintenance workflows, vendor relationships, and capital projects
- Certified Property Manager (CPM) or similar credential preferred or required
- Bachelor's degree in real estate, business administration, or a related field
Tips for Your Property Management Lead Job Search
Tailor your resume to portfolio size
Hiring managers in property management want to see the number of units or properties you've overseen. Replace vague phrases like 'managed multiple properties' with concrete portfolio details, such as unit count, property type, and team size you led.
Highlight certifications on your resume
Credentials like the Certified Property Manager or Residential Management Professional designation move your application past initial screening. List them near the top of your resume so recruiters see them before they reach your work history.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists property management lead openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by property type before applying
Job postings for property management leads in affordable housing, HOA communities, and Class A commercial properties each call for different skills. Reading the full description to confirm the property type matches your experience saves you from wasted applications.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers frequently describe a difficult tenant dispute, a maintenance emergency, or a lease renewal conflict and ask how you'd handle it. Walk through your decision process step by step, naming the specific actions you'd take and who you'd involve.
Negotiate beyond base pay at offer stage
Property management lead offers often include variable components like bonuses tied to occupancy rates or expense budgets. Ask about those structures directly during negotiation so you understand the full compensation picture before accepting.
Property Management Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most property management leads?
Target, MMS, and Phase Housing Management are hiring the most property management leads right now, with openings concentrated in California, Florida, and Georgia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Portfolios with large multifamily or mixed-use assets tend to have the most consistent hiring volume.
How many property management lead jobs are remote?
About 24% of property management lead openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles. Administrative functions like lease processing, reporting, and tenant communications are the sub-areas most likely to allow remote or hybrid schedules.
How do you become a property management lead?
Start in a leasing consultant or property management coordinator role to build hands-on experience with tenant relations, lease administration, and maintenance coordination. Pursue a recognized credential such as the Certified Property Manager designation to signal readiness for supervisory responsibilities. Consistently taking on tasks beyond your job description, like covering a property manager during a vacancy, accelerates promotion into a lead role.
Can you get hired as a property management lead with little experience?
Some employers will consider candidates with limited formal experience if they can demonstrate transferable skills from related roles, such as building operations, hospitality management, or customer-facing supervisory work. Focusing your application on smaller portfolios or single-site properties increases your chances, since those roles typically require less prior oversight experience than large multi-site positions.
What does the property management lead interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen covering your property portfolio background and software experience, followed by an in-person or video interview that includes scenario-based questions about tenant disputes, maintenance escalations, and budget management. Some employers add a final round with a regional manager or property owner, and a few ask candidates to complete a short written exercise or walk a property before receiving an offer.
Where can I find and apply to property management lead jobs?
You can find and apply to property management lead jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and property type preference, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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