Community Manager

Location:
Hammond, LA

Terrance of Hammond is seeking an experienced and driven Community Manager to oversee the daily operations of our apartment community in Hammond, Louisiana. This leadership role is responsible for planning, directing, and managing all on-site operations, including leasing, financial performance, maintenance oversight, and resident relations.

The ideal candidate is organized, results-oriented, and experienced in multifamily property management with a proven ability to lead teams and maintain high occupancy and renewal rates.

Rich Smith Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time positions, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Supportive, team-focused work environment

• Marketing and leasing apartments in full compliance with Fair Housing laws
• Pre-leasing units and maintaining an active waitlist of qualified prospects
• Providing exceptional customer service and building strong resident relationships
• Collecting and depositing rent, late fees, and deposits using One Site software
• Screening and qualifying prospective residents
• Overseeing preparation and renovation of vacant units
• Entering and managing traffic, applications, leases, notices, and work orders
• Communicating property performance updates and strategic recommendations to the Regional Director
• Maintaining organized and compliant unit files
• Bidding and negotiating service contracts; managing vendors and maintenance staff
• Managing property expenses in accordance with approved budgets
• Ensuring timely completion of maintenance and repairs
• Responding to resident concerns promptly and professionally
• Enforcing community rules and company policies
• Performing other duties as assigned

• Minimum of 2 years of multifamily property management experience
• At least 1 year of management experience with demonstrated success in leasing and renewals
• LIHTC experience preferred
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and property management software (One Site preferred)
• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Ability to balance empathy with firm enforcement of policies
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

If you are a motivated property management professional ready to take ownership of a community and lead a successful team, we encourage you to apply today.

Join Rich Smith Management and be part of a growing organization committed to excellence in property management.

Salary: $14.00 - $18.00 per hour