On-Site Community Manager Job at Gardner Management LTD in Goleta

Description:

An established Property Management Company with over 55 years of industry experience is seeking an On-Site Community Property Manager to oversee a 125-unit community. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in residential property management, strong customer service skills, and the ability to lead day-to-day operations, including supervision of a maintenance technician. This position will share responsibilities with another on-site Community Manager to ensure smooth and efficient property operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Live on-site at the community
• Manage leasing activities: advertising, showing units, screening applicants, processing applications, rental agreements, and deposits in compliance with company procedures and fair housing laws
• Provide excellent customer service to prospective residents, current residents, and visitors
• Conduct move-in/move-out inspections, prepare legal notices, and ensure timely completion of forms and reports
• Perform regular property walks to ensure safety, cleanliness, and curb appeal
• Coordinate unit turns and oversee vendors to ensure units are ready for move-in
• Manage resident and unit files, bank deposits, and weekly vacancy reports
• Enforce community rules and regulations with fairness and professionalism
• Use property management software (AppFolio preferred) and Microsoft Office to manage operations effectively

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 7 paid holidays annually
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with profit-sharing
• Professional development assistance

Schedule

• Standard 8-hour shift
• Monday – Friday, with occasional weekends, holidays, and on-call responsibilities

If you bring a “can-do, will-learn” attitude and are committed to serving residents and supporting our management team with professionalism and respect, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in property management, leasing, and customer service
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to multitask and handle priorities with attention to detail and kindness
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; AppFolio experience is a plus
• Valid California driver’s license and proof of insurance required
• Must be fluent in English (oral and written)
• Spanish a plus