Careers at D&K Living

Property Managers

The successful candidate has terrific communication skills and is able to thrive in a fast-paced and challenging environment. The ability to lead others is critical, along with the disposition to make rational decisions and carry out complex and long term projects. An emphasis on providing a superior customer experience must be demonstrated. The position includes financial analysis and budget control, and financial skills are important. College degree required, and experience in property management is preferred. An industry designation is preferred, and the candidate must remain committed to continuing education. Compensation is competitive and may include bonuses, rent discounts, and other incentives.

Director of Marketing

Location: Corporate Office

The ideal candidate to serve as the Director of Marketing can promote a D&K Living brand while managing the marketing programs of multiple properties within the portfolio. The Director will learn the nuances of the Chicago area market and know how to roll out new campaigns quickly, effectively, and measurably. The Director will be able to understand and analyze data as it applies to the real world. The ability to write well is paramount, as the marketing for the company and properties must tell a story that promotes value and a focus on our customers. With an enthusiastic and collaborative attitude, the Director will work closely with the Director of Leasing to create and implement the unique and valuable D&K Living brand through various media outlets. The role reports to Department Vice President for Rental Residential Management and must work well in a fast-paced, constantly changing landscape. College degree is required.

Some of the marketing platforms the Director of Marketing will be responsible for include:

• Brand development
• New business development
• Web presence and social media
• Write and edit copy
• Print media
• Corporate social responsibility, resident retention and Events, site collateral

A successful candidate will do the following:

• Create and manage a coherent brand identity that aligns with D&K Living’s values
• Develop marketing analyses for current portfolio and potential business
• Report on analyses to key decision makers
• Ensure all advertising and marketing efforts are professional, correct, and measurably effective
• Know the pricing strategies of competitors and maintain a database of current market conditions
• Serve as a resource internally and externally for commentary on market forces and conditions
• Write and edit superb copy for all advertising outlets

Some of the education and skills required include:

• Bachelor degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution
• Must be technology-savvy
• Must have excellent computer and software skills, including strong knowledge of Adobe suite, Microsoft Office and Outlook

Please submit salary requirement with resume.

Director of Training

Location:  Corporate Office

The ideal candidate to serve as the Director of Training is energetic, engaging, and driven.  The Director will be an educator and facilitator, capable of creating a learning environment across the organization.  The ability to write well is essential, as creating a written training regimen will be integral to the role.  While the Director does not need to be an expert in the various disciplines, that person must be able to teach and facilitate.  The role reports to the Senior Vice President of the Management Group. The Director must create and communicate effective, measurable, and structured training protocol.  College degree is required.  Experience as a Trainer is preferred.

Some of the areas the Director of Training will be responsible for include:

• Creating an effective training program across a variety of disciplines
• Developing a Knowledge Center to serve as a resource for the entire organization
• Administering leasing and fair housing courses
• Operating software training
• Operations and workplace behavior
• Internal systems and policy education
• Human resources compliance courses
• Microsoft and other software platforms
• Communication and business writing development

A successful candidate will do the following:

• Employee performance review online software
• DK University:  online training software
• New hire onboarding process
• Sales goals performance measurement
• Identifying learning deficiencies with particular employees and developing improvement plans
• Closely work with Directors of Marketing, Leasing, and Maintenance to ensure comprehensive education platform meets core business needs
• Procuring third party technology, educators, and experts to meet educational and training needs

Some of the education and skills required include:

• Bachelor degree from an accredited institution
• Knowledge in education methodology
• Must have excellent computer and software skills, including strong knowledge of Adobe suite, Microsoft Office and Outlook, and familiarity with facilitation and presentation methods

Please submit salary requirement with resume.

Assistant Property Managers

The successful candidate will understand the importance of consistently providing a customer-oriented experience to our residents and clients. The responsibilities include communicating clearly and timely with clients and other team members, processing accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, as well as assisting in other daily activities of property operations. College degree preferred, along with experience in property management. An industry designation is preferred, and the candidate must remain committed to continuing education. Compensation is competitive and may include bonuses, rent discounts, and other incentives.

Leasing Consultants

The opportunity requires a driven closer with the ambition of excelling in a fast-paced sales environment. Proven sales and closing techniques reflecting positive results required. Property management and leasing experience preferred, and experience in hospitality or retail sales environment will be considered. Candidates must have or be able to attain a leasing license. Compensation is competitive and may include bonuses, rent discounts, and other incentives.

Door Person

Team member needed to provide a superior customer experience at a high rise apartment building. Successful candidate will have an outgoing demeanor, the ability to communicate, and a gregarious personality. Job requires ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and to assist residents and guests. Computer skills are required for information requests and to input work orders. Candidate must be eager to continue education and technical skill development. Compensation is competitive and may include bonuses, rent discounts, and other incentives.

Janitor

Excellent opportunity helping to maintain residential property requires a candidate with a strong work ethic, detail orientation, and a desire to be part of a dynamic team. The successful candidate will present experience in janitorial or similar work. The abilities to follow directions and communicate are important. Candidate must be eager to continue education and technical skill development. Compensation is competitive and may include bonuses, rent discounts, and other incentives.

Garage Attendants

Full time. Excellent customer service skills required. Must be flexible to work all shifts. Clean driving record.

Administrative Assistant

Position exists in support of a dynamic and fast paced work environment. The candidate must be able to perform clerical job functions and be self-motivated to accomplish regular tasks along with supporting projects. Communication, computer skills, and the ability to function as part of a team are integral. Opportunity and expectation for career development means the candidate must remain committed to continuing education. Compensation is competitive and may include bonuses, rent discounts, and other incentives.

Web/DB Developer

Degreed candidate must possess 5+ yrs IT experience, including experience as a SharePoint Developer with proven design and coding skills. Ideal for someone looking to continue to grow their technical and business skills with SharePoint server.