Community Manager Job at Wendover Management in Apopka

Overview

Join Wendover Management as a Community Manager in Florida. We build more than affordable communities—we cultivate places where people and potential flourish. As part of our Wendover Life+ commitment, we strive to provide care, connection, and opportunities for both our residents and our team. We are seeking a Community Manager with passion, leadership excellence, and a service-first mindset to lead one of our affordable housing communities in Florida. If you are energized by making an impact in residents’ daily lives while managing the full operational heartbeat of a community, we want to meet you.

The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, values teamwork, and enjoys working with a diverse and vibrant community of residents and colleagues. If you’re ready to be the face of a community where lifestyle and service go hand-in-hand, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

As a Community Manager, you’ll act as the site-level CEO—overseeing property performance, leading your team, and ensuring a high-quality living experience for our residents. You’ll create a welcoming environment that reflects Wendover’s care-first culture.

Team Leadership

• Lead, coach, and mentor your leasing and maintenance teams to achieve site goals
• Conduct regular performance check-ins and annual reviews with clarity and purpose
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture

Financial & Operational Oversight

• Partner in the development of annual budgets and manage daily financials
• Monitor and control operating expenses and recommend efficiency opportunities
• Track and report on community performance, occupancy, and collections

Maintenance & Facilities Management

• Oversee work schedules, preventative maintenance programs, and vendor coordination
• Ensure timely completion of service requests and high-quality repairs
• Maintain safety, curb appeal, and long-term asset preservation

Purchasing & Vendor Management

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with third-party vendors
• Manage service contracts, vendor performance, and ensure timely project execution
• Keep accurate inventory of maintenance supplies and control purchasing within budget

Resident Engagement & Customer Experience

• Deliver outstanding customer service to residents, vendors, and stakeholders
• Ensure timely, empathetic response to all service requests and inquiries
• Foster a sense of community through resident events and thoughtful communication

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure full compliance with company policies and LIHTC regulations
• Keep resident files, applications, and documentation audit-ready
• Enforce safety protocols and ensure zero tolerance for lost-time accidents

Marketing & Lease-Ups

• Execute local marketing strategies to drive qualified traffic and increase occupancy
• Monitor leasing performance and adjust tactics to meet occupancy and revenue goals

Requirements

What You Bring to the Team

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1+ year of experience managing a LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) property
• CAM, CAPS, or CPM designation preferred
• Deep understanding of affordable housing compliance and operations
• Experience managing budgets, teams, and resident concerns in real-time
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, property management software, and social media
• Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Natural relationship-builder with the ability to connect with diverse residents and teammates
• Highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Professional appearance and a polished, customer-first demeanor
• Confidence, adaptability, and a passion for purpose-driven work
• A mindset of care, curiosity, and continuous improvement

Working Environment

You’ll work in a professionally managed on-site office, leading a team and engaging directly with residents. This full-time position may require occasional evenings or weekends and may exceed 40 hours per week depending on operational needs. Confidentiality, adaptability, and professionalism are required.

Compensation includes base pay plus performance-based bonuses.

If you’re ready to bring energy, integrity, and care to a team that’s building something meaningful, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits

Wendover Life+ provides a comprehensive total rewards package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. Benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Medical Insurance (employee portion), Dental & Vision, HSA/FSA, Disability, Life Insurance, EAP
• Time to Recharge: Generous PTO, Paid Holidays, additional time off for community engagement or personal development
• Financial & Lifestyle Perks: 401(k) with company match, Rent Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Career Advancement opportunities

Wendover Life+ is designed to support you professionally and personally. To learn more, please visit www.wendovergroup.com

Wendover Management, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Employment offers are contingent upon a successful background/credit check and drug screening.