Community Manager

Fairfield Residential•San Jose, CA

13d•$92,261 - $119,939

About The Position

The Community Manager leads the operations of The Verdant, a 498-unit multifamily property. The role combines team leadership, financial management, property operations, marketing, and resident service. The manager is responsible for the property’s financial performance, occupancy and rental-rate goals, operational standards, and resident satisfaction. The position is exempt and offers an estimated annual base salary of $92,260.87–$119,939.13. The displayed range reflects skills, experience, location, and job complexity and does not include any applicable allowances, perks, commissions, or bonuses. Fairfield describes itself as a multifamily housing operator and investment manager with in-house development, construction, acquisition, property management, and asset management services. The company promotes career development, collaboration, and a supportive workplace, and provides eligible full-time associates with benefits including paid time off, paid holidays and sick days, volunteer time off, matched 401(k), medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, and life insurance. The role requires working safely and cooperatively, meeting performance standards under stressful conditions, communicating respectfully to provide customer service, and following applicable laws and company policies. Duties involve access to residents’ homes and confidential information, including financial information. Fairfield states that it considers qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable fair-chance laws.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of hands-on property management experience.
Multifamily property experience.
Strong understanding of financial statements, including budgets, financial reports, P&L statements, and general ledgers.
Experience 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.
Track record of maintaining occupancy and net operating incomes in multifamily property management positions.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and some holidays.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Industry certification.
Successful track record as a supervisor.
Valid driver’s license may be required.

Responsibilities

Recruit, coach, and motivate a high-performing team.
Foster a culture of collaboration and compliance, and provide ongoing feedback and guidance.
Manage property budgets and financial reporting.
Identify cost-saving and revenue-generating opportunities.
Oversee collections and legal processes when needed.
Maintain occupancy and rental-rate goals.
Conduct property inspections and investor tours.
Coordinate resident move-ins.
Execute marketing programs and maintain an accurate online presence.
Build resident satisfaction through retention strategies.
Address and resolve resident concerns professionally.
Work safely and cooperatively with others, meet performance standards, communicate effectively and respectfully, and follow applicable laws and company policies.