Community Manager

College Town Communities • Columbia, SC

8h • $55,000 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Community Manager leads a student housing community in Columbia, South Carolina, serving students attending nearby campuses, including the University of South Carolina. The role oversees the on-site team, drives leasing success, and fosters an engaging community where residents can thrive socially and academically. The workplace is based in a modern clubhouse next to a resort-style pool and includes resident social events and a collaborative team environment.

The Community Manager develops marketing and leasing strategies for student populations, builds relationships with university housing offices and local organizations, supports residents and their families, plans community events, and recruits and mentors student Community Assistants. The position calls for a service-first approach, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and a flexible schedule that may include occasional weekends during peak leasing season, move-in days, and emergencies.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of property management experience.
• High school diploma.
• Proficiency with property management software such as Yardi, RealPage, or Entrata.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to connect with young adults, communicate with parents, and report to corporate executives.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional weekends during peak leasing season, move-in days, and emergencies.

Nice To Haves

• Student housing, customer service, and/or hospitality experience is highly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute marketing plans targeted at local student populations, using community amenities as selling points.
• Track leads and oversee the leasing funnel to maintain high occupancy and strong closing ratios.
• Build relationships with university housing offices, student organizations, and local businesses.
• Promote a service-first culture and ensure residents, guests, and parents feel welcomed, heard, safe, and cared for.
• Mentor and guide students, serving as a trusted advisor and problem solver.
• Plan and execute resident events in the clubhouse and pool area to encourage connection and support lease renewals.
• Act as the primary contact for resident issues, mediate roommate dynamics, and respond to parent inquiries professionally and patiently.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and schedule on-site student Community Assistants.
• Foster a collaborative, fun, and high-performance team culture.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $55,000–$65,000, commensurate with experience.
• Eligibility for quarterly performance-based bonuses tied to leasing velocity, renewal targets, occupancy milestones, rent collection, work order completion, property safety, and staff training.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off.
• 13 paid holidays.
• 401(k) matching program.
• Career growth opportunities within a growing property management company.
• Fun, modern, and energetic workplace with premium amenities.

What This Job Offers

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