Assistant Community Manager

Sparrow Partners • Grand Prairie, TX

47d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Assistant Community Manager at Sparrow's The Lakes at Grand Prairie community, you will support the management and daily operations at one of their 55+ Active Adult communities. Reporting to the Community Manager, this role is an opportunity to help achieve Sparrow's mission of building community.

Requirements

• A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of 3+ years professional management experience preferably with lease-up properties in multifamily housing, Active Adult, or hospitality.
• Experience maintaining financial records and budget management.
• Experience using YARDI or other property management software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Effective communication skills and skilled at navigating conflict.
• Familiarity with Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and other laws and regulations governing multi-family housing operations.
• Servant leader mindset and passionate about making a difference in other’s lives.
• Devoted sense of accountability and solution-oriented.
• Must have general knowledge of OSHA, ADA, and Fair Housing regulations.
• Must have reliable transportation; flexibility to work a regular Mon - Fri schedule and nights, weekends, and/or holidays when required.
• Must be able to physically access all exterior and interior parts of the property and amenities; must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to twenty (20) pounds independently and fifty (50) pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Support the Community Manager with all phases of on-site operations including rent collection, invoice payments, budget management, community member communications, daily activities/events, management of vendors and maintenance teams.
• Develop strong personal relationships with community members.
• Maintain high expectations for the upkeep of the community and swiftly address concerns.
• Support the achievement of established budgeted financial and operational goals including revenue, occupancy, and expense management.
• Use YARDI to monitor apartment availability, qualify prospects and manage community member data.
• Achieve high community member satisfaction and retention by providing exemplary service and executing of the Lifestyle & Engagement program centered around the pillars (Strengthen your Body, Sharpen your Mind, Share your Gifts), including sales event set up, tear down and encouraging participation.
• Ensure the community meets the Company’s standards for show quality by daily inspecting and communicating to the community’s maintenance team members.
• Provide hospitable and high-quality service to ensure a memorable experience for all.
• Assist with community social media accounts to promote the Sparrow lifestyle.
• Conduct community tours and help share the Sparrow lifestyle with prospective community members with a focus on building strong personal relationships and deeply understanding their needs.
• Document and respond to all leads in a timely manner including personal follow-ups to nurture relationships and interest.
• Process applications, credit/criminal background screening; prepare leases and move-in packages to ensure a smooth community member experience.
• Achieve high community member satisfaction and promote retention.
• Execute and perform activities in support of the community's lease renewal program by preparing lease renewal letters and packages in a personalized and timely manner.

Benefits

• Competitive bonus opportunities
• Generous paid time off
• Purpose-driven culture; rewarding work
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision benefits
• 401k retirement plan with robust employer match
• Milestone anniversary rewards including travel, spa retreats, home down payments, student loan payoffs, sabbaticals, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED