?? Title: Portfolio Manager
Location: Bellevue, WA (4 days in-office, 1 day remote – unique office setting on a horse farm, dog-friendly environment)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Compensation: $75,000–$85,000 DOE + Discretionary Bonus
Benefits: 401(k), Health, Dental, Vision, PTO, Paid Holidays
Start Date: Interviewing begins early August
Work Authorization: Must live within 30 minutes of Bellevue, WA and be able to work on-site 4 days/week

About the Company:

A privately owned Real Estate and Asset Management firm in Bellevue is seeking an experienced and motivated Portfolio Manager to oversee a collection of multi-family residential properties across the Greater Puget Sound region. The team values flexibility, leadership, and a hands-on approach to operations—working out of a unique, pet-friendly office.

Position Summary:

The Portfolio Manager will lead day-to-day property operations, supervise onsite and offsite teams, ensure financial and operational excellence, and work closely with ownership to drive performance. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, industry knowledge, and a passion for providing safe, stable, and attractive housing communities.
?? Travel to Lynnwood, Seattle, Tacoma, and Federal Way properties 1–2 times per month is required.

Key Responsibilities
Operations & Property Oversight

Conduct regular site visits, monitor property conditions, ensure compliance with lease terms, and identify areas for improvement.

Review A/R, assist with tenant communications, and ensure maintenance standards and regulatory requirements are met.

Travel to managed properties across the region, including Lynnwood, Seattle, Tacoma, and Federal Way.

Team Leadership

Manage and support a team of onsite and junior property managers and maintenance staff.

Oversee hiring, training, scheduling, and performance reviews.

Financial Management & Reporting

Analyze P&L statements, track budget vs. actuals, and deliver quarterly/annual performance metrics.

Coordinate with accounting on reporting and financial summaries.

Tenant Relations & Lease Administration

Guide lease renewals, handle escalated tenant concerns, and conduct rent market surveys.

Ensure compliance with Washington State landlord-tenant laws and FHA guidelines.

Capital Projects & Maintenance

Supervise maintenance coordinator; prioritize repairs, manage vendor bids, and oversee capital improvements.

Marketing & Occupancy

Ensure property marketing materials and websites are up-to-date and reflective of the brand.

Support lease-up efforts when needed.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Property Management, or related field OR equivalent professional experience.

Minimum 3 years (preferred 6+ years) as a Senior Property Manager within the multi-family housing sector.

In-depth knowledge of WA State eviction laws and Fair Housing Act regulations.

Experience using AppFolio; knowledge of QuickBooks, Propertyware a plus.

Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Ability to lead and mentor teams while balancing multiple priorities.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote).

Technologically savvy with laptops, tablets, and smartphones.

Comfortable with pets and animals in the office.

Willing and able to respond to after-hours emergencies.

Must have reliable transportation and be able to physically walk and inspect properties.

EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled.

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, the Company is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.