Community Manager

Job Purpose:The Community Manager position encompasses a wide range of duties. The Associate is responsible for the operations and management of the property, which represents a major investment by the Company. Primary Duties & Responsibilities:Will always include those specifically assigned by the immediate supervisor.Prepare and implement a business-marketing plan for the property each year including marketing occupancy goalsProject expenses and obtain approval prior to any expense overageResponsible for maintaining budgeted occupancy levels at budgeted rental ratesPrepare and monitor operating budget and report on status of property such as variance and occupancy reports on a monthly basisResponsible for achieving the highest possible NOI through effective cost control and maximizing revenueCollect specified rents, delinquent rents, and file evictions as necessary Direct deposit accounting functions including invoicing residents and submitting requests for refund checks.Conduct regular training and weekly meetings for all staff membersArrange for alterations, maintenance upkeep, and/or reconditioning of property as needed and approved by Regional ManagerSupervise maintenance of buildings and grounds to ensure community is kept up to highest standardResponsible for the hiring, training, and retention of leasing consultants, maintenance, groundkeeper personnel, onsite management personnel, and security if requiredPerform subordinate associates' performance evaluationsWork with Human Resources regarding associate welfare, benefits, and any required disciplinary action of subordinatesArrange for and approve purchasing of supplies, services, and goods for use on property. Work with Regional Manager and Regional Maintenance Supervisor on specifications and contracts for major repairs.Attend to resident issues, including roommate/neighbor disputes, renewal terms, maintenance repairs, etc.Develop and implement resident retention, marketing, and advertising programsRespond to after hours or emergency calls as necessary.Work to maintain integrity of community and its employees by monitoring all output; community events, communication to residents/guarantors, social media, and overall community appearance.Approve all leasing activity and ensure Leasing Consultants and Assistant Community Manager are completing required documents correctly.Perform Assistant Manager, Account Manager, and Leasing Consultant job as neededAssist with eviction of residents in compliance with court order and directions from LawyerCreate a positive environment for the staff and promotes a quality living experience for the residentsUnderstand, comply with, and enforce the Company Safety Policies & Fair Housing LawsProvide recommendations for capital improvements and manage completion of work with approvals given by CompanyMaintain market knowledge and relationships with competitors. Complete market survey monthly.Organize & implement a successful plan for community Move-In and Move-Outs both throughout the year and during the main summer turnover of lease contracts.Delegate Entrata data entry to staff for completion of traffic leads, follow up, work orders, leasing applications, and resident data. Ensure the integrity of the data.Qualifications: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general publicAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, rent per square foot and other basic algebraic functions. Ability to read and understand operating statements and budgetsAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of frequently conflicting priorities and distractions while keeping the community running smoothly. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to deal with residents in an empathetic, professional manner. A good understanding of customer service concepts and applicability will be necessary in this roleComposure/ability to function in time of crisis or emergency situationsComputer literateKnowledgeable in Microsoft Word/Excel/EntrataHigh degree of professionalism and demeanorEven temperedTeam playerFlexiblePatientHave an open mindOrganizedDetail orientedFirm, fair and consistentGood listening skillsGood communication skillsTime management skillsNegotiation skillsExcellent customer service skillsAble to work weekends when neededAble to work overtime as job requiresAble to maintain confidentialityAble to follow directions from a supervisorAble to interact well with othersAble to understand and follow posted work rules and proceduresAble to accept constructive criticismAble to lead and manage othersEducation and Experience Requirements:Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Other and/or Preferred Education/Experience:NoneCertificates, Licenses, Registrations:NoneBudget Responsibility:Check (□) all appropriate functions that apply to this job. X Develop the budget and/or make recommendations that affect the allocation of funds.X Administer the budget and/or make expenditure decisions once the budget has been approved.X Monitor the budget and/or track the budget once it has been adopted.X Coordinate the budget and/or participate in the data collection and organization of budget materials.Job Performance and Success Factor Requirements: (These are the quantitative and qualitative measures that this role will be evaluated and held accountable for).Business Management & Organizational Development - 16.67%□ Accountability - 20%□ Adaptability - 20%□ Alignment & Creating Synergy - 20%□ Hierarchal Relationships - 20% □ Setting Standards & Company Advocacy - 20%Cooperation, Influence, Teamwork & Business Relationships - 16.67%□Collaboration & Teamwork - 20%□ Cooperation - 20% □ Customer Service - 20% □ Influence - 20%□ Internal/External Relationships - 20%Decision Making/Initiative - 16.67% □ Analytical & Problem Solving - 16.67% □ Decisive - 16.67%□ Practical Judgment - 16.67% □ Action-Oriented - 16.67% □ Confidence & Risk Taking - 16.67%□ Effort & Self Development - 16.67%Staff Management & Development - 16.67%□ Acknowledgement & Compassion - 16.67%□ Associate Development - 16.67%□ Delegation - 16.67% □ Effective Recruiting and Retention - 16.67% □ Managing Diversity - 16.67%□ Performance Management & Review - 16.67% Job Knowledge and/or Job Specific Skills - 16.67% □ Job Knowledge - 16.67% □ Marketing - 16.67% □ Reporting - 16.67% □ Resident Relations - 16.67% □ Cost Control - 16.67% □ Safety & Productivity - 16.67%Professional/Technical/Communication Skills - 16.67%□ Ethics & Values - 14.29%□ Integrity - 14.29%□ Perseverance& Determination - 14.29%□ Reliability & Punctuality - 14.29%□ Time Management & Multi-Tasking - 14.29%□ Approachability & Composure - 14.29%□ Verbal & Written Communication - 14.29%Working Environment and Physical Demands:Check (□) one or more of the following that best describes the environment and types of exposures of the job:X Office environment X Outdoors environment□ Mechanical facility X Changing weather conditions□ Toxic or caustic chemicals □ Odors or fumes□ Electrical current □ Loud machine/Equipment noise□ Above ground level □ Confining spacesPhysical Demands:Check all that apply.Over 2/3 TimeBetween 1/3 and 2/3Under 1/3WalkingXSittingXStandingXClimb or balanceXLifting under 10 lbs.XLifting over 10 lbs.XReach with hands & armsXStoop, kneel, crouch or crawlXTalk or hear XTravel Outside the areaXSupervisory Responsibility:Does this job have supervisory responsibilities? XYes NoAre there subordinate supervisors reporting to this job? XYes NoTotal employees directly and indirectly supervised by this position:□ None X 1 to 10 □ 11 to 25□ 26 to 50 □ 51 to 100 □ OtherCheck (□) one or more of the following for which you are the decision-maker, including decisions that also must be approved by the next level of management.X Hire/fire X Approve time offX Discipline X Approve work and work product of othersX Promote X Set department policiesX Interview job applicants X Assign/delegate work to othersX Formally train others X Demotion decisionsX Give instructions to others X Evaluate the work of others