Community Manager

About the Role

We are a company that owns and professionally manages apartment communities in select markets throughout the southeastern United States. Our success is measured by our residents' satisfaction in making their apartment homes and community a great place to live. We are seeking a friendly, self-motivated individual with a positive attitude and a drive to succeed to join our team as a Community Manager at Ashland Woods in Ashland, VA.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the assigned property.
• Ensure that all physical aspects of the property are fully functional and maintained.
• Frequent interaction with residents, proactively responding to their needs; focus on relationship development and resident retention.
• Achieve the highest possible net operating income through implementation of 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 members and ensure compliance with all personnel policies and procedures.
• Provide direction and oversight to property maintenance staff. Ensure that units/space conditions are in market-ready condition.
• Promote and teach safe work practices and ensure the safety of the site and its occupants.
• Perform regular inspections of the managed property.
• Bid, negotiate, and manage vendor service contracts and one-time projects.
• Train and mentor office staff in sales and marketing efforts.
• Provide reports as required. Responsible for rental collection, posting, and inputting invoices.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have strong financial management skills and be 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 along with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with co-workers, residents, vendors, and corporate staff.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Experience with OneSite, Yardi, and/or eSite preferred, but not required.
• Willingness and ability to work weekends and holidays when the business requires.
• Must be able 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 knowledge is required.

Benefits

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

Background screening and drug test required.