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Property Operations & Portfolio Manager – Multi-Site

Monaco Residential & Commercial
Los Angeles / Glendale, CA

Full-Time | In Office + Field Position | Not Remote
Salary: $75,000 annually

About Monaco Residential & Commercial

Monaco Residential & Commercial is a family-owned property management company overseeing approximately 130 residential and commercial units throughout Los Angeles County.

We take a hands-on approach to property management and place a high value on responsiveness, accountability, organization, strong property standards, and protecting the long-term value of the properties we manage.

We are looking for an experienced property management professional who wants more than a narrowly defined role. This position offers the opportunity to take meaningful ownership of a portfolio, work directly with company leadership, solve problems independently, and grow in responsibility as the company continues to develop.

This role is designed as a long-term career opportunity for someone who values stability, accountability, professional growth, and becoming an important part of a small, hands-on team.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Property Operations & Portfolio Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a portfolio of residential and commercial properties throughout Los Angeles County.

This is a hands-on position that combines property management, field operations, resident relations and communication, maintenance coordination, vendor management, leasing administration, inspections, project coordination, problem-solving, and record keeping.

This is not an entry-level position; this is a high-energy position. Overtime is expected, and weekend hours are also anticipated.

The right candidate will be comfortable moving between the office and properties, managing multiple priorities at once, making sound decisions independently, and taking responsibility for issues from the moment they are identified through final resolution.

We are particularly interested in someone with exceptional follow-through who works well under pressure.

When a problem arises, we expect this manager to understand the issue, determine the appropriate next steps, coordinate the necessary people, communicate with residents and ownership, follow the work through completion, verify the result, document it properly, and close the loop.

Core Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of approximately 130 residential and commercial units
• Manage multiple properties and priorities simultaneously
• Conduct routine, preventative, move-in, move-out, and condition inspections
• Document property conditions through photographs, reports, notes, and AppFolio records
• Coordinate resident move-ins and move-outs
• Prepare leases, renewals, notices, and other property-related documentation within the scope of the position
• Coordinate maintenance requests from initial report through completion
• Assess maintenance concerns and accurately communicate issues to vendors before dispatch
• Perform light property troubleshooting when appropriate
• Identify potential problems before they become larger or more expensive issues
• Obtain and compare competitive bids from vendors and contractors
• Negotiate vendor pricing when appropriate
• Build and maintain strong relationships with qualified vendors and contractors
• Coordinate scheduling, access, repairs, and project timelines
• Follow up with vendors to ensure work is completed correctly and on schedule
• Inspect and verify completed work when necessary
• Review invoices against approved work and confirm completion before processing
• Monitor preventative and recurring maintenance
• Assist with capital improvement and property improvement projects
• Track outstanding repairs, projects, inspections, and resident matters through completion
• Maintain accurate and current information in AppFolio
• Maintain organized property records and documentation
• Communicate professionally and effectively with residents, vendors, contractors, coworkers, and ownership
• Respond to resident questions and concerns while balancing resident service with property and ownership requirements
• Assist with lease compliance and property rule enforcement
• Maintain working knowledge of applicable California landlord-tenant and fair housing requirements
• Identify operational, maintenance, compliance, or property concerns and escalate material issues appropriately
• Help protect property condition, value, and ownership's operational and financial objectives
• Participate in a rotating after-hours emergency coverage schedule
• Travel regularly between properties throughout Los Angeles County
• Assist with special projects and other property-management and operational responsibilities as business needs evolve

What Success Looks Like

A successful Property Operations & Portfolio Manager does not simply assign tasks to others.

You take ownership.

You should be able to receive a problem, determine what needs to happen, coordinate the appropriate solution, follow up until the issue is resolved, document the result, and communicate important information clearly to management.

Within the first 90 days, we expect the successful candidate to demonstrate the ability to:

• Independently manage the daily needs of an assigned portfolio
• Maintain organized and accurate AppFolio records
• Prioritize urgent and routine matters appropriately
• Conduct and document inspections without requiring reminders
• Follow maintenance requests and projects through completion
• Communicate effectively with residents and vendors
• Obtain and evaluate repair estimates
• Recognize when vendor pricing or proposed work requires additional review
• Keep outstanding items from falling through the cracks
• Identify developing property issues and bring them to management's attention early
• Demonstrate sound judgment, accountability, professionalism, and consistent follow-through

Required Qualifications

Applicants should have:

• 3+ years of hands-on property management experience required; 5+ years strongly preferred
• Experience managing multiple residential properties or locations simultaneously
• Strong hands-on AppFolio experience required
• Strong working knowledge of California landlord-tenant requirements and fair housing principles
• Experience coordinating maintenance and working directly with vendors and contractors
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and documentation
• Ability to manage multiple active issues without losing track of follow-up
• Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-moving property management environment
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and escalate important matters when appropriate
• Strong computer and technology skills
• Valid California driver's license
• Reliable vehicle for regular business travel between properties
• Ability to participate in rotating after-hours emergency coverage

Preferred Qualifications

The following are highly valued but not necessarily required:

• 5+ years of property management experience
• Multifamily property management experience
• Commercial property management experience
• AppFolio certification
• California real estate salesperson or broker license
• Property management designation or certification such as CPM, ARM, CAM, CCRM, or similar
• Vendor and contractor management experience
• Experience negotiating repair and project pricing
• Budget oversight experience
• Capital improvement or renovation project experience
• Strong understanding of building systems and common maintenance issues
• Experience overseeing turnovers and unit renovations

The Person We Are Looking For

The strongest candidate will be:

• Highly organized
• Proactive
• Dependable
• Honest and accountable
• Professional
• Resourceful
• Detail-oriented
• Tech-savvy
• Comfortable making decisions
• Comfortable working independently
• Strong at problem-solving
• Calm and effective under pressure
• Excellent at prioritizing competing responsibilities
• Persistent about following issues through completion
• Able to anticipate problems rather than simply react to them
• Comfortable communicating with different personalities
• Collaborative and willing to support the broader team
• Interested in continuing to learn and grow professionally

We value someone who can say, “I'll take care of it,” and reliably follow the issue through until it is actually resolved.

Role Scope & Flexibility

Monaco Residential & Commercial is a hands-on company, and the needs of our properties may change from day to day.

The responsibilities listed above are representative of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of every assignment.

This position may be assigned additional responsibilities reasonably related to property management, portfolio operations, leasing administration, maintenance coordination, vendor management, inspections, compliance, property improvements, administrative operations, special projects, and the evolving needs of the business, consistent with the employee's qualifications and applicable law.

As our portfolio and operations evolve, the responsibilities and opportunities associated with this position may evolve as well.

Compensation & Growth

Salary: $75,000 annually

The position includes a 90-day introductory and training period focused on onboarding, performance, and understanding the expectations of the portfolio.

We believe strong performance should lead to increased responsibility and opportunity. Employees who demonstrate excellent judgment, accountability, leadership, and results may have opportunities for future advancement and compensation growth.

Why Join Monaco Residential & Commercial?

• A long-term opportunity for someone seeking stability and a place to build their career
• Work directly with company leadership
• Take meaningful ownership of your portfolio
• Gain hands-on exposure to both residential and commercial properties
• Enjoy variety between office work, field operations, projects, resident relations, and property improvements
• Develop broader operational and management experience
• Make a visible impact on the properties you manage
• Be part of a small-team environment where individual contributions matter
• Have opportunities for increased responsibility and professional growth

We are intentionally building a strong team and hope to develop lasting working relationships with people who perform well, take pride in their work, and want to grow with the company over time.

Before Applying

Please apply if you:

• Have current, hands-on property management experience
• Have strong AppFolio experience
• Have experience managing multiple properties or locations
• Are comfortable spending time both in the office and on the field
• Can regularly travel between properties throughout Los Angeles County
• Are comfortable coordinating maintenance and working directly with vendors
• Take ownership of assignments from beginning to end
• Value accountability, organization, professionalism, and follow-through
• Are interested in a position with the opportunity to grow over time

Monaco Residential & Commercial provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• How many years of property management experience do you have?
• How many units have you managed?
• How many years have you used AppFolio?
• Do you currently hold a property management certification?
• Have you prepared leases and managed move-ins and move-outs independently?
• Have you obtained contractor bids and managed vendors?
• Are you comfortable traveling between multiple properties daily?
• Do you have a valid California driver's license and reliable transportation?
• his position requires carrying a company phone after hours for property emergencies. Are you comfortable with this?
• Why are you leaving your current employer?

Experience:

• Property management: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Los Angeles, CA 90039 (Required)

Work Location: In person