Community Manager (Lease-Up)

Fairfield

$83K — $93K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma required; Bachelor's preferred.
  • 3+ years of hands-on property management experience.
  • Experience with multifamily properties required.
  • Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting and financial reports.
  • Knowledge of Yardi or similar property management software.
  • Strong understanding of fair housing laws.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a high-performing team through recruitment and coaching.
  • Manage property budgets and identify financial opportunities.
  • Maintain occupancy and rental rate goals through operational excellence.
  • Oversee property inspections and resident move-ins.
  • Execute marketing programs to enhance the property's online presence.
  • Address resident concerns to ensure high satisfaction levels.

Benefits

  • Paid time off, holidays, and sick days.
  • Paid time off for volunteering activities.
  • Matched 401(k) plan.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Flexible spending account options.
  • Life insurance coverage.
Full Job Description
Community:
1010 Waugh Apartments
Number of Units:
340

About the Role

As a Community Manager for a property with over 300 units, you'll lead a dynamic team, manage financial performance, and ensure residents love where they live. This role combines leadership, operations, and customer service in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do

Below is a snapshot of what this role is all about. While there is more to it, this is the core focus.

Lead and Develop Teams
  • Recruit, coach, and motivate a high-performing team.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration and compliance.
  • Provide ongoing feedback and guidance.


Drive Financial Performance
  • Manage property budgets and financial reporting.
  • Identify cost-saving and revenue-generating opportunities.
  • Oversee collections and legal processes when needed.


Ensure Operational Excellence
  • Maintain occupancy and rental rate goals.
  • Conduct property inspections and investor tours.
  • Coordinate seamless resident move-ins.


Elevate Marketing and Customer Service
  • Execute marketing programs and maintain accurate online presence.
  • Build resident satisfaction through retention strategies.
  • Address and resolve resident concerns professionally.


What We're Looking For
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Industry certification preferred.
  • Valid driver's license may be required.
  • 3 or more years of hands-on property management experience.
  • Multifamily property experience required.
  • A successful track record as a supervisor is preferred.
  • Strong understanding of financial statements such as budget, financial reports, P&L Statements, General Ledger, etc.
  • Experience in writing and maintaining budgets.
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Strong knowledge of Yardi or other property management accounting software.
  • Strong understanding of federal, state, and local fair housing laws and provisions.
  • A previous track record of maintaining occupancy and net operating incomes in multi-family property management positions.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule to include weekends, evenings, and some holidays.


Join Our Team!

Ready to make an impact? Apply today!

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Estimated Rate of Pay:
$83,700.00 - $93,600.00
This position is exempt; the range above reflects annual salary.

The pay range displayed for this position is determined by skills and experience required, location and job complexity*. Potential job offers may vary based on the skills, education, and experience an individual candidate holds. This range reflects base rate only, and does not include allowances, perks, commissions or bonuses applicable to this position (if any). In addition to base salary, Fairfield offers all full time associates the following, upon meeting eligibility requirements:
  • Paid time off, paid holidays and sick days, paid time off for volunteering activities (optional)
  • Matched 401(k)
  • Medical, dental & vision insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life insurance


* Pay range is a calculation based on a midpoint price. Fairfield complies with all wage and hour laws, including minimum wage and salary exempt requirements.

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