Community Manager

Community Manager

The Community Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire operations of a housing community under the supervision of the Regional Manager. As a Community Manager, you will manage all phases of the operations, including personnel, leasing, maintenance, financial, administration & risk management. As an on-site leader, you will supervise all aspects of the property and staff to ensure compliance with Asset’s policies and procedures, safety and fair housing guidelines, and liability concerns.

• Regular/daily onsite attendance is required
• Use consistent techniques & company directives to screen, hire, train, coach, and develop on-site staff
• Ensure the effectiveness of staff through ongoing training, coaching, counseling, and guidance in compliance with Asset training benchmarks.
• Complete weekly/daily office & maintenance staff schedules and assignments
• Deal effectively and consistently with performance problems; document adequately, communicate with direct supervisor and HR, and terminate appropriately when necessary.
• Promote harmony and quality job performance of staff through support and effective leadership
• Ensure staff compliance and consistency with Company policies and procedures
• Achieve the highest possible net operating income through the implementation of effective cost control and revenue & leasing improvement; identify trends and recommend strategies and adjustments
• Develop yearly operating budgets/forecasts
• Monitor the timely receipt and reconciliation of deposits, rent collections, and charges to ensure they are submitted on a timely basis.
• Monitor the timely receipt, reconciliation, and coding of all vendor invoices
• Ensure property closeout is completed on time and ownership financial reports are accurate
• Strategic Leasing Management
• Develop yearly marketing plan and utilize marketing strategies & systems
• Ensure staff leasing techniques are effective in obtaining closure, follow-up procedures met, signing/documentation of leases, and reporting systems are accurate and up to date.
• Deal with resident complaints, concerns, and requests to ensure resident satisfaction
• Develop and implement resident retention programs (i.e., resident functions, special promotions, monthly newsletter, etc.)
• Effectively show, lease, and move in prospective residents
• Administrative & Maintenance Management
• Ensure all administrative & leasing reporting is accurate, complete, and submitted on a timely basis
• Will head emergency team for the property; ensure proper response and handling of all property emergencies with staff, residents, buildings, etc., within company guidelines to minimize liability.
• Manage excellent customer service and monitor service request turnaround and responsiveness of maintenance staff.
• Maintain property appearance and ensure repairs are noted and completed on a timely basis (this requires regular property inspections and tours)
• Plan for and utilize property resources, equipment, and supplies economically (i.e., obtaining bids/pricing from vendors, suppliers, and contractors, dealing with inadequate service, etc.)
• Give direction to and monitor maintenance, construction, and rehabilitation activities to ensure quality and expediency (i.e., “walk” units to ensure make-ready and work orders are completed)

• High School Diploma or Equivalent;
  Bachelor’s degree preferred or four years' experience in the housing industry; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) or Accredited Resident Manager (ARM) preferred.
• Ability to understand and perform all on-site software functions; basic computer skills required.
• Must have basic knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others to exchange information, repeat motions that may include wrists, hands, and/or fingers, assess the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned, and be able to work overtime, weekends, and night hours (emergencies).
• The employee is frequently required to remain in a…