Community Manager (Lease-Up)

Community: Nell at 555 Apartments – 399 units.

About Fairfield: Fairfield is a leader in the multifamily housing industry, dedicated to creating exceptional apartment living. The culture is built on trust, support, and the drive to do great work, offering opportunities for career growth, training, coaching, and a collaborative environment.

About the Role

As a Community Manager for a new lease‑up 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 an accurate online presence; build resident satisfaction through retention strategies; address and resolve resident concerns professionally.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Industry certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.
• 3+ years of hands‑on property management experience, with multifamily property experience required.
• Successful track record as a supervisor preferred.
• Strong understanding of financial statements (budget, financial reports, P&L, General Ledger).
• Experience writing and maintaining budgets.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Yardi or other property‑management accounting software.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local fair‑housing laws and provisions.
• Proven ability to maintain occupancy and net operating income in multifamily properties.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and some holidays.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with annual range $81,478.26 – $105,921.74 (exempt position).
• Paid time off, paid holidays, sick days, and optional paid volunteer time off (VTO).
• 401(k) matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible spending account.
• Life insurance.
• Robust benefit packages focused on quality of care and affordability.

Pay

Estimated annual salary range: $81,478.26 – $105,921.74. The range reflects base rate only and does not include allowances, perks, commissions, or bonuses. Pay is determined by skills, experience, location, and job complexity. The position is classified as exempt.

Schedule

Flexible schedule required, including weekends, evenings, and some holidays.