Community Manager

Continental Realty•Summerville, SC

10h•$80,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Community Manager oversees the Elevate at Brighton Park community, which has 329 apartments, with the goal of increasing profitability through day-to-day operational and financial management while maintaining resident satisfaction. The role manages revenue, expenses, occupancy, renewals, marketing, delinquency, inspections, and apartment readiness in line with budgets, projections, company requirements, and resident needs. The Community Manager works with team members to support their development and reports to the Regional Manager and Asset Management on community conditions, market trends, and financial performance. The position also oversees large capital projects and coordinates across departments, including for planned common-area renovations. The employer offers a competitive base salary, performance bonuses, an optional $750 monthly management rent discount for live-on employees, health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) match, paid training, events, and recognition.

Requirements

At least 5 years of industry experience.
Supervisory experience.
Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to train and coach team members.
Understanding of financials, including budgets and monthly variances.
Ability to write reports and business correspondence effectively.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws and regulations concerning the multifamily industry.
Conflict-resolution skills and demonstrated ability to handle resident issues independently.
Strong follow-up, attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to multitask.

Nice To Haves

South Carolina Property Manager in Charge (SC PMIC) credential is strongly preferred; alternatively, ability to obtain it quickly after hire.
Yardi experience is a plus.
Comfort with technology tools used in the industry.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain revenue, expenses, and physical and economic occupancy in accordance with budgets and projections.
Manage community inspections in accordance with CRC requirements.
Manage renewals to support resident retention and rent-growth goals.
Assist with coaching and developing team members.
Report on traffic and market trends, including reasons for leasing and objections, and make regular pricing recommendations.
Manage year-round marketing efforts to generate traffic and build relationships in the market.
Manage delinquencies.
Ensure make-ready work is completed in a timely manner to maintain a quality product.
Work with the Regional Manager and Asset Management to report on the community, market, and financial performance and make recommendations.
Respond to potential housing violations and liability concerns.
Oversee large capital projects and coordinate between departments, including upcoming common-area renovations.