Community Manager

Wallick Communities - Columbus, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Columbus, OH

501-1,000 employees

Real Estate

About the position

The Community Manager at Wallick Communities is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of apartment communities, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for residents. This role involves leading a team of leasing agents and maintenance professionals, maintaining high occupancy levels, and fostering positive relationships with residents and community owners. The position emphasizes the importance of community engagement and adherence to company standards, all while aligning with Wallick's mission of providing homes and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of leasing agents and maintenance professionals to ensure a great experience for residents.
• Maintain acceptable levels of occupancy (minimum 98%).
• Complete move-out paperwork according to governing regulations.
• Perform unit move-out, annual, and housekeeping inspections in a timely manner.
• Review rental applications for approval.
• Ensure collections of all monies due to the community (i.e., rent) are received and deposited.
• Audit all resident files and ensure they are complete and correct prior to forwarding to supervisor for review/approval.
• Assist Regional Manager with researching and responding to audit findings.
• Maintain positive relationships with the community owner/s and its residents.
• Process community invoices for payment.
• Purchase and maintain adequate supplies for the community.
• Process community staff payroll.
• Timely completion of reports required by government agencies, administrators, or the Company.
• Responsible for maintaining the community to Company standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ year previous experience as a residential property manager, with HUD / Section 8 experience preferred.
• 3 years previous experience in a general manager position or similar, with exceptional people leadership and process management experience.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Microsoft Teams.
• Experience with Yardi or a similar platform is a plus.
• Highly analytical with strong financial acumen.
• Strong communication skills.
• Deadline driven with a keen eye for detail and quality.
• Valid driver's license.

Nice-to-haves

• COS, LIHTC, HCCP, AHM certifications are a plus.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Dental insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Gym membership
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Pet insurance