Asset Living is hiring: Community Manager in Olympia

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Asset Living is a third‑party management firm and a proven partner in fostering thriving communities nationwide. Founded in 1986, the company has decades of experience delivering exceptional value to partners. Its growing portfolio includes multifamily, single‑family home rentals, affordable housing, build‑to‑rent, active adult, and student housing across the country. Asset Living is recognized as one of the nation’s Best and Brightest Places to Work and is a member of The Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM). Our culture is built on the belief that “Together We Lead, Together We Succeed,” emphasizing collaboration, innovation, and inclusive growth.

Community Manager

The Community Manager oversees the entire operations of a housing community under the supervision of the Regional Manager. The role includes managing personnel, leasing, maintenance, financial performance, and administrative risk to ensure compliance with company policies, safety, fair housing guidelines, and liability requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Personnel Management – Regular on‑site attendance required; screen, hire, train, coach, and develop on‑site staff using company directives and benchmarks.
• Schedule staffing and assignments; address performance issues through documentation, communication with supervisors, and appropriate termination when necessary.
• Promote staff harmony and quality performance through effective leadership and policy compliance.
• Financial Management – Achieve optimal net operating income by controlling costs, improving revenue, and adjusting strategies; develop yearly operating budgets and forecasts.
• Reconcile rent collections, deposit receipts, vendor invoices, and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Strategic Leasing Management – Develop yearly marketing plans, execute leasing techniques, ensure accurate lease documentation, and maintain resident satisfaction.
• Resident Retention – Implement programs such as resident events, promotions, newsletters, and effectively show, lease, and move in prospective residents.
• Administrative & Maintenance Management – Accurate reporting, emergency response leadership, oversee maintenance turnaround, ensure property appearance, and manage resources efficiently.
• Coordinate construction, rehabilitation, and property inspections to meet quality standards.

Education / Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred or four years of housing industry experience, or two years related experience with training, or an equivalent combination.
• Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) or Accredited Resident Manager (ARM) preferred.
• Proficiency with on‑site software, basic computer skills, and knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent communication, repetitive motions, and ability to work overtime, weekends, and night hours during emergencies.
• Regular standing, sitting, and movement to accomplish tasks across the property; ability to ascend/descend ladders, stairs, and confined spaces; lift and move objects up to 25 lbs.; operate machinery, power tools, motor vehicles, and golf carts.
• Work in various environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, precipitation, wind, and hazardous chemicals.

License / Equipment

• Reliable transportation required for emergency on‑call duties.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $30,000 per year to $32,000 per year.

Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental & disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match, performance bonuses, paid sick days, and company holidays. Compensation may vary based on qualifications and experience.

This description is a guide of expected duties; it is not exhaustive. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.