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Property Management requirements in Iowa Must Iowa property management companies have a real estate broker's license? Yes. Key components of property management (renting, leasing and collecting rent) are considered real estate activities under existing Iowa real estate licensing laws. According to statute, if a property manager is going to lease, rent, manage, list, collect rent, procure prospects or negotiate, assist, prepare residential rental agreements, or offer to perform any of those acts, he or she will need a broker's license. A salesperson working under a broker may engage in such activities .................................................................................................................................. Job Description Housing Manager' - - http://www.maca.gov.nt.ca/school/tools/JD_docs/Housing%20Manager%20%20JD.pdf The Manager is also responsible for fulfilling the duties of the Tenants Relations Officer and Assistant Housing Manager (please see respective position descriptions.) Due to the overall importance of public social housing to the health and wellness of the community, failure to successfully complete all tasks could have a dramatic effect on tenants and community residents alike. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES - - (The knowledge, skills and attitudes required for satisfactory job performance) Personal Attributes - - The incumbent must maintain strict confidentiality in performing the duties of the Housing Manager. The incumbent must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:  maintain standards of conduct  be respectful  possess cultural awareness and sensitivity  be flexible  demonstrate a dedication to the position and the community  demonstrate sound work ethics  be consistent and fair Knowledge - - The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:  financial, human resources and program management  property management including maintenance management  an understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures  an understanding of the mid-western cultural and political environment  an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of Boards Skills T he incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:  team leadership and management skills  financial management skills  supervisory and human resource management skills  contract management skills  strategic planning skills  analytical and problem solving skills  decision making skills  negotiations skills  computer skills including the ability to operate spreadsheets and wordprocessing programs at a highly proficient level  effective written communications skills including the ability to prepare reports, policies and motions  effective verbal and listening communications skills  effective public relations and public speaking skills  research and program development skills  stress management skills Manage tenant relations in order to ensure that tenants needs are reasonably met and that tenants comply with the terms and conditions of their lease Main Activities  Liaise with tenants regarding issues and concerns  Consult with and provide guidance to the Tenant Relations Officer  Prepare and present cases at Rental Officer hearings and/or court  Respond to tenants needs  Enforce tenant policies such as the tenant damage policy  Counsel tenants and applicants