Community Manager

Overview: A luxury student housing community near the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus is looking for a Community Manager to run day-to-day operations. This is a fast-growing, amenity-rich property serving UW-Madison students, with a leasing cycle that runs well ahead of each school year and a high-volume turn season every August. If you like a job with real rhythm—busy stretches balanced by the satisfaction of a fully leased, well-run community—this is a great fit.

Responsibilities

• Run the day-to-day operations of a luxury student housing community
• Lead the leasing cycle for each upcoming school year, including roommate matching for prospective residents
• Manage the high-volume turn season each August—coordinating move-outs, unit prep, and move-ins on a tight calendar
• Supervise and support the on-site leasing and maintenance team
• Drive occupancy and renewal numbers through strong resident retention and marketing
• Handle resident relations day to day—renewals, service requests, and general community engagement
• Oversee the property's amenities and vendor relationships, from the pool and fitness center to parking and study lounges
• Manage the property's budget, expenses, and financial reporting
• Keep the property compliant with Fair Housing and other applicable regulations

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of property management experience, ideally in student or multifamily housing
• Comfort with the fast-paced, cyclical nature of student housing leasing and turn season
• Proven ability to lead an on-site leasing and maintenance team
• A solid handle on budgeting, NOI, and financial reporting
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Familiarity with property management software like Yardi, Entrata, or RealPage
• Working knowledge of Fair Housing and landlord-tenant law
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends during peak leasing and turn periods
• A real interest in creating a great resident experience, not just filling units

Pay

• $75,000–$80,000+ per year
• 16-20% annual bonus based on performance