Community Manager Job at CONAM Management Corporation in San Diego

Community Manager – The Minn, San Diego, CA

CONAM Management Corporation, founded in 1975, manages over 60,000 apartment units across 26 metropolitan markets. The Community Manager will oversee the operations and management of a conventional apartment community during launch and ongoing lease‑up.

Pay Range

Base hourly wage: $26.00–$29.00 per hour. Housing is provided (Studio/One‑Bedroom Unit). An additional $11.50 per hour lease‑up differential is paid during the first nine months of operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a conventional multi‑family apartment community, ensuring the property remains safe, well‑maintained, and welcoming.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise on‑site apartment staff, providing guidance on customer service, leasing, and resident relations.
• Manage the leasing process: market available units, conduct tours, process applications, and execute leases.
• Create and maintain budgets, prepare monthly financial reports, and monitor expenditures.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure maintenance and compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Administer resident programs, focusing on community building and satisfaction.
• Oversee renovations and interior/exterior updates, ensuring projects complete on time and within budget.
• Ensure compliance with housing regulations.
• Handle resident concerns and complaints professionally, aiming for swift resolution.
• Prepare and submit annual operating budgets and conduct quarterly reviews.
• Maintain records for all resident transactions, including move‑ins, move‑outs, rent collections, and renewals.
• Foster a team‑oriented environment, collaborating with corporate leadership and staff to achieve community goals.
• Handle business‑related responsibilities such as bank deposits, community supplies, competitive analysis of neighboring communities, and other assigned duties.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of property management experience with luxury or conventional apartment communities.
• Experience overseeing lease‑up in a new‑build or market‑rate property.
• Preferred knowledge of the Golden Hill area in San Diego.
• Hands‑on experience in daily operations of a multi‑family community with strong leadership skills.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and rent collections specific to apartment communities.
• Proficiency with property management software (Yardi and/or MRI).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to engage residents, staff, and vendors.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Passion for delivering top‑tier customer service and fostering a positive community.
• Physically able to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile liability insurance.

Benefits

• Life insurance and identity theft protection
• Paid sick and vacation time
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional perks: service award days, floating holiday, early earned‑wage access and more

Additional Information

• Position contingent upon passing a background check, employment verification, drug screening, and possessing a valid driver’s license with auto insurance.
• CONAM will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the law.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Administrative, General Business, and Management