Community Manager

We are a company that owns and professionally manages apartment communities located in select markets throughout the southeastern United States. Our success is measured by our residents' satisfaction as they make their apartment homes and community a great place to live. We are recruiting friendly, self‑motivated individuals with positive attitudes and a drive to succeed to join our growing company. We are currently searching for a Community Manager at one of our apartment communities.

Description

The Community Manager is responsible for the overall performance of their assigned property. Duties include managing and directing the on‑site staff, leading leasing and marketing activities, market analysis, resident relations and preparation/management of property budgets.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for all aspects of day‑to‑day operation of assigned property.
• Ensure physical aspects of the property are fully functional and maintained.
• Interact frequently with residents, proactively responding to their needs and focusing on relationship development and resident retention.
• Achieve highest possible net operating income through effective cost control.
• Develop yearly operating and capital budget plans.
• Monitor and enforce resident lease obligations.
• Understand and maintain strict adherence to State and Federal Fair Housing Laws.
• Communicate effectively with site staff and ensure compliance with all personnel policies and procedures.
• Provide direction and oversight to property maintenance staff; ensure units/space conditions are market ready.
• Promote and teach safe work practices and ensure safety of site and occupants.
• Perform regular inspections of managed property.
• Bid, negotiate and manage vendor service contracts and one‑time projects.
• Train and mentor office staff to implement sales and marketing materials.
• Provide required reports.
• Responsible for rental collection and posting as well as inputting invoices.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong financial management skills; well versed in budgeting, forecasting and cost control.
• Ability to work effectively and lead community staff in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment.
• Solid multi‑tasking skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Professional and effective communication skills with co‑workers, residents, vendors and corporate staff.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with OneSite, Yardi and/or eSite preferred.
• Willingness and ability to work weekends and holidays when required.
• Ability to travel for training and occasional business meetings.
• High School diploma or equivalent; some college strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years as a Community Manager or Assistant Community Manager required.
• Tax Credit and HUD knowledge is required.

Preferred

• Accredited Resident Manager certification
• Certified Professional Occupier

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Plans
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance
• Apartment Discounts
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid Time off

Background Screening and Drug Test Required. Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.