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Community Manager

Asset Living, Sanger, CA, United States


Company Overview
Asset Living is a third-party management firm and a proven partner in fostering thriving communities nationwide. Founded in 1986, Asset Living has decades of experience delivering value to partners. Asset Living’s growing portfolio spans multifamily, single-family home rentals, affordable housing, build-to-rent, active adult, and student housing divisions. Asset Living is a fast-growing company with a diverse team and a culture that emphasizes collaboration, growth, and excellence in real estate operations. Asset Living is recognized as a Best and Brightest Place to Work, and as a leading partner in real estate, with AMO accreditation through IREM.

Community Manager – Job Overview
The Community Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire operations of a housing community under the supervision of the Regional Manager. You will manage all phases of operations, including personnel, leasing, maintenance, financial administration and risk management. As on-site leader, you will supervise property operations and staff to ensure compliance with Asset Living policies, safety and fair housing guidelines, and liability considerations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Personnel Management

Regular/daily onsite attendance is required

Screen, hire, train, coach, and develop on-site staff using consistent techniques and company directives

Ensure staff effectiveness through ongoing training, coaching, counseling, and guidance in line with Asset training benchmarks

Complete weekly/daily office and maintenance staff schedules and assignments

Address performance problems; document, communicate with direct supervisor and HR, and terminate appropriately when necessary

Promote harmony and quality job performance through strong leadership

Ensure staff compliance with Company policies and procedures

Financial Management

Aim to maximize net operating income through cost control and revenue/leasing improvements; identify trends and recommend strategies

Develop yearly operating budgets/forecasts

Monitor timely receipt and reconciliation of deposits, rent collections, and charges

Monitor timely receipt, reconciliation, and coding of all vendor invoices

Ensure property closeout is completed on time and ownership financial reports are accurate

Strategic Leasing Management

Develop yearly marketing plan and utilize marketing strategies and systems

Ensure staff leasing techniques achieve lease closures with accurate follow-up and documentation

Handle resident complaints, concerns, and requests to ensure satisfaction

Develop and implement resident retention programs

Show, lease, and move-in prospective residents

Administrative & Maintenance Management

Ensure leasing reporting is accurate and submitted on a timely basis

Lead emergency response on-site; coordinate with staff and residents to minimize liability

Manage customer service and monitor maintenance service request turnaround

Maintain property appearance and ensure timely repairs with regular inspections

Plan and utilize property resources, equipment, and supplies efficiently

Direct maintenance, construction, and rehabilitation activities to ensure quality and timely completion

Education & Experience

High School Diploma or Equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred, or four years’ experience in housing, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) or Accredited Resident Manager (ARM) preferred

Ability to operate on-site software and basic computer skills

Basic knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements

Physical Requirements

Regularly communicate with others and perform tasks that may require repetitive motions; may require overtime, weekends, and night hours (emergencies)

Prolonged standing or sitting; movement between worksites as needed

Occasional climbing, lifting up to 25 lbs, operating tools and vehicles, and exposure to various environmental conditions

Licensing & Equipment

Must have reliable transportation due to on-call requirements

Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: $23 per hour to $27 per hour. Asset Living offers a comprehensive total rewards package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, and eligible bonuses. Full-time employees receive paid sick days and company holidays.

This description is not all-inclusive; duties and responsibilities may be added or changed. This is a safety-sensitive position and may be subject to additional compliance requirements.

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