Regional Manager - Student Housing Experience Required

Trinity Property Consultants•Chicago, IL

5d•$115,000 - $120,000•Remote

About The Position

Trinity Property Consultants is seeking a Regional Manager to lead and support a portfolio of student housing communities across California, Iowa, Illinois, Texas, Colorado, and Minnesota. The role is responsible for operational excellence, financial performance, regulatory compliance, resident experience, and team success across multiple properties and markets. The position is remote and flexible, with a strong on-site presence and regular travel throughout the portfolio. Candidates should be based in Dallas, Houston, Austin, or Chicago. The Regional Manager oversees operating results, budgets, expenses, financial reviews, vendor management, and capital improvements. They conduct property visits, address operational and liability concerns, support resident retention and reputation, ensure policies and regulations are followed, and assist with due diligence, acquisitions, and dispositions. The role also involves hiring, training, and mentoring Property and Area Managers, setting performance expectations, coaching teams, and fostering accountability, empowerment, and professional growth. Compensation is a base salary of $115,000 to $120,000 annually, with the potential to earn a 28% annual performance bonus paid quarterly. Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays as needed is required, along with occasional travel for company events or meetings and participation in team and regional activities. Physical requirements include sitting, standing, walking, occasional climbing, extended computer or telephone use, lifting up to 25 pounds independently, responding to visual and auditory alarms, and working indoors and outdoors in varied weather conditions.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience as a Property Manager and 2 years as a Regional Manager in the multifamily student housing industry.
Ability to inspire trust, foster collaboration, and lead diverse teams with emotional intelligence.
Demonstrated budgeting expertise and ability to read, analyze, and act on profit-and-loss reports.
Ability to drive resident satisfaction by understanding, meeting, and exceeding resident needs.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to navigate high-stress situations and resolve conflicts effectively.
Strong administrative, time-management, and prioritization skills.
Sales and revenue management skills.
In-depth knowledge of fair housing regulations.
Intermediate proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams), SharePoint, and ADP.
Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays as needed, and occasional travel for company events or meetings.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting up to 25 pounds independently and working indoors and outdoors in varied weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

CPM, CAM, RMP, or CMCA certification preferred.
Experience with Yardi, Entrata, Asana, and EliseAI.

Responsibilities

Oversee a portfolio of communities and ensure operational and financial goals are consistently met.
Prepare, review, and approve annual operating budgets for properties in the region.
Monitor and control expenses through purchase order approval and strategic vendor management.
Conduct monthly financial reviews, address variances, and maintain profitability.
Recommend and oversee capital improvements to maintain a competitive market position.
Conduct regular property visits to assess operations, curb appeal, maintenance, and compliance.
Identify and mitigate potential liability concerns.
Partner with on-site teams to deliver a high-quality resident experience that supports retention and reputation goals.
Ensure company policies, procedures, and industry regulations are followed.
Support special operations such as due diligence, acquisitions, and dispositions as needed.
Hire, train, and mentor Property and Area Managers.
Set performance expectations and provide ongoing coaching to drive results.
Create an environment that recognizes achievement and promotes growth.
Travel regularly throughout the portfolio and participate in team functions and regional or company activities.

Benefits

Company-paid individual PPO-HSA medical plan with a $1,200 annual employer contribution; HMO options for California residents.
Dental and vision premiums fully covered for employees; dependent coverage available at additional cost.
401(k) with a company match of one-third of employee contributions up to 2% of salary.
Up to $100,000 of life insurance and AD&D coverage, plus short- and long-term disability insurance.
Supplemental life insurance for the employee, spouse, and children.
11 paid holidays.
2–4 weeks of vacation based on years of service.
Sick leave in compliance with state and local requirements.
$1,000 for eligible employee referrals.
Up to 16 hours of annual volunteer time: 8 hours for personal volunteer activities and 8 hours for company-sponsored events.
Professional development.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee discounts.