Training & Operations Support Specialist

Friedman Management

Farmington, MI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Best Practices, Change Management, Coaching, Communication Skills, Corporate Policies, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Driver's License, Field Trials, Identify Issues, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Learning Management System (LMS), Leasing, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Onboarding, Operational Communications, Operational Improvement, Operational Support, Operations, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Performance Management, Process Development, Process Improvement, Procure to Pay/Purchase to Pay (P2P), Property Management, Software Administration, Staff Development, Staff Training, Team Player, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel, eLearning
LOCATION
Farmington, MI
POSTED
1 day ago

Position Type Full Time

Category Training

Description

The Training & Operations Support Specialist is a field-based, travel-focused training professional within the Friedman Training Department. This role supports employee development, onboarding, performance improvement, andoperational consistency across the multifamily portfolio.

Working closely with onsite teams, Regional Managers, and corporate departments, this role is responsible for delivering hands-on training, reinforcing organizational standards, supporting new hire integration, and assisting employees in the practical application of company systems, policies, and procedures. The specialist serves as a direct extension of the Training Department, ensuring training initiatives are effectively implemented and sustained at the property level.

This travel-based training role combines facilitation, coaching, and operational support to help employees build confidence, improve performance, and succeed in their roles. Through frequent travel and direct engagement with property teams, the Training & Operations Support Specialist plays a key role in fostering a culture of learning, consistency, and operational excellence across the organization.

Responsibilities

Training & Employee Development

  • Serve as a field representative of the Friedman Training Department by providing onsite coaching, support, and training reinforcement to property teams.

  • Facilitate onboarding and training for newly hired Community Managers, Assistant Community Managers, Leasing Consultants, and Maintenance Team Members.

  • Deliver and reinforce Training Department programs, initiatives, and operational standards throughout the portfolio.

  • Provide one-on-one coaching and support to employees as they learn company systems, policies, procedures, and best practices.

  • Assist with new hire transitions and continued employee development efforts.

Travel Requirements

  • Ability to travel up to 75–100% of the time based on business needs.

  • Frequent travel throughout Friedman's nationwide portfolio.

  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

  • Ability to stay overnight and travel for multiple consecutive days when supporting properties, onboarding employees, training initiatives, or special projects.

Operations Support

  • Travel to properties across Friedman's portfolio, including nationwide locations, to deliver operational support and training.

  • Support properties through staffing transitions, leadership changes, acquisitions, software rollouts, and special projects.

  • Help onsite teams address daily operational challenges while maintaining consistency and accountability.

  • Reinforce company processes and standards set by corporate leadership and the Training Department.

  • Identify process improvement opportunities and communicate operational challenges to leadership.

Systems Training & Support

  • Train employees on company systems, including Yardi, CRM IQ, Aspire, Procure to Pay, HappyCo, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint.

  • Provide clear guidance on system navigation, workflows, and troubleshooting.

  • Support software implementations, updates, and process changes through hands-on training.

Communication & Collaboration

  • Communicate training initiatives, process updates, and operational changes to employees.

  • Provide field feedback on training gaps, recurring challenges, and employee development opportunities.

  • Maintain a professional and positive image while representing the Friedman Training Department.

  • Support departmental projects and company initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of multifamily property management experience required, with prior roles such as Leasing Consultant, Assistant Community Manager, Community Manager, or Regional Support preferred.

  • Strong knowledge of leasing, resident relations, collections, renewals, move-ins/move-outs, retention, and daily operations.

  • Experience training, coaching, or mentoring employees is a plus.

  • Proficiency with property management software, along with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint).

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with a strong customer service focus.

  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and effectively facilitate group and one-on-one training.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting multiple properties or working in a regional support capacity.

  • Yardi, CRM IQ, Aspire, HappyCo, Procure to Pay, or similar platforms.

  • Adult learning experience or relevant certifications.

  • Experience assisting with property transitions, acquisitions, new property onboarding, or operational rollouts.

  • Experience supporting software implementations and change management initiatives.

  • Knowledge of multifamily compliance requirements and industry best practices.

  • Experience utilizing Learning Management Systems (LMS) and online learning platforms.

  • Experience creating documentation, job aids, process guides, or operational resources.

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Friedman Real Estate is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws.

About the Company

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Friedman Management

As one of the largest privately-held full-service commercial real estate organizations in the nation, Friedman Integrated Real Estate Solutions provides clients with a single point of contact for the full range of Advisory, Property Management, Brokerage and Construction services that it offers.

Friedman manages more than 140 commercial properties encompassing more than 16M SF and more than 10,000 apartment homes throughout the United States. Friedman's brokerage team has over 800 current listings with $10 billion in closed transactions. As owners and managers of commercial property for 30 years, Friedman understands what it takes to achieve results that maximize their clients' objectives.

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Friedman Integrated Real Estate Solutions provides superior service and pursues excellence within an environment that promotes collaboration, communication, a sense of urgency, innovation and value creation. While we gain efficiency and quality through the use of the latest technologies, our employees form the foundation of our success. They welcome opportunities and embrace challenges in order to exceed the objectives of our stakeholders. We take our responsibilities seriously and through teamwork deliver high customer satisfaction, strong operating results and long-term value. Living our Friedman Values every day keeps us ahead of the competition and will sustain us now and into the future.
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Real Estate/Property Management
FOUNDED
1987
WEBSITE
http://www.friedmanrealestate.com/