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My time as an Assistant Manager felt like I was just an Assistant,there was really no need for a 'Manager' in the title. A typical day involved handling ticket sales, answering event-related calls, and dealing with resident complaints, especially when disruptions like water shutoffs caused resident frustration. Despite having the title of Assistant Manager, I quickly found myself doing the work of an assistant with no managerial responsibilities or authority, and without any real training or support.

The workplace culture was one that overlooked employee-to-employee relations, resulting in notably strained conditions  marked by tension and miscommunication that made the environment uncomfortable. When concerns were raised to management about the issues within the team, they were quickly dismissed, further alienating staff and leaving us to fend for ourselves. Management's passive approach to addressing employee concerns created a culture of neglect, where issues went unresolved, and employees felt invisible.

While there were positive interactions with residents, the overall lack of support and poor work culture made the job more difficult than it had to be.



I have worked for this company almost two years now. I was hired with limited experience but really enjoyed my initial interview with the Regional and the background of the company. It is a family run business, which is good in some ways and not so in others as some processes are "old school" but necessary nonetheless.  I have really enjoyed getting to know the residents and my fellow co-workers. We work hard and there are days you want to scream but overall I can't think of a better work environment and one that has so much positive feedback. I'm grateful to have a secure job in the current job market and I feel like the company is very secure. We have a lot of competition but I feel the owner operates unlike the other large corporate ran companies who have similar properties in our area.  I would definitely recommend working here if you have the opportunity. I have seen several people come and go since I started and its always the same reason, people don't want to work these days and expect everything for nothing, commitment to a job seems dead? 

I thoroughly enjoyed my time at PDSE and truly appreciated the activities, the Activity Director, and the many staff members who foster a strong sense of community. The residents and team members bring warmth and positivity that make PDSE special.

Unfortunately, current leadership practices have negatively affected staff morale and resident satisfaction. There is little visible engagement with residents, and limited presence outside a closed office environment. This lack of interaction has left residents feeling overlooked and staff feeling unsupported. Communication often feels insincere, and hesitation in decision-making has delayed improvements that would clearly benefit the community. Even simple operational ideas have been dismissed in ways that created confusion rather than clarity.

The impact is evident in declining morale and repeated turnover in the Assistant Manager role this year. PDSE has the potential to be an exceptional place to live and work, but stronger, more engaged leadership is essential for that potential to be realized.

I want to be transparent and state in the beginning that I presently work for Thesman Communities.   I am grateful for the opportunities I have been given while employed with this company.  Is the work easy, no, but what in life that's worth doing is?  I am compensated fairly for the work I do and I have the opportunity everyday to increase my earning potential,  if I want to.  I have worked with hundreds of different people during my tenure with this company. Those who have quality in their work and take ownership do very well with this company. Those who  are not looking for a career and who don't work well with other people, will not do well with this company.  Few companies offer the stability and the dedication to their employees that Thesman Communities offers. 

I started one and half years ago and really like it.  My manager is very good to work for and I like my supervisor as well. I didn't have much experience with senior parks but I learned quick and had much support. 

The summers are hard, we work outside but get started early and end early so this is nice. I like the people I work with and the other people in the office. It is a chill work enviroment and those who are actually here to work do well but I have worked with some who are not very reliable.  I like to do my job and go home and that is what I do. They pay is good and I have benefits that are much better than my wifes. We get paid every two weeks and I also get vacation and sick time. 


A Typical Day at Work:
Fast-paced and ever-changing, with a mix of problem-solving, teamwork, and resident interactions.

What I Learned:
Improved leadership, time management, and communication skills while handling daily challenges.

Management:
Supportive with clear expectations, though better communication and staff development would help.

Workplace Culture:
Team-oriented and mission-driven, but workload balance can be a challenge.

The Hardest Part of the Job:
HR issues and finding dependable, reliable, and competent employees.

The Most Enjoyable Part of the Job:
Building relationships with residents and making a difference in their lives.

This is a private company and they choose who to give into. No real HR. They don't handle complaints and do investigations as promised. VPs and regionals will throw anyone under the bus to same themselves. The stupid and lazy get to keep their jobs while those who work hard are the ones who get to stay. Work for a real company. Don't waste your time you can get screwed over anywhere.

My experience was not good with this company. The direct management staff was not supportive unless it benefited them. Issues with other employees being disrespectful, the management did not handle. The HR does not exist. It is very difficult to get anything handled in terms of HR issues. No work life balance, you are on call all the time. Days off you are lucky just to get phone calls and not have to go into the office. The pay was ok if you just work 40hrs a week, but you dont just work 40 hrs a week. I would not reccomend this company to anyone.

I enjoyed working with the company and appreciate the efforts they make to foster a family-like environment. Leadership encourages growth and development, helping employees work toward the roles they aspire to.

However, internal promotions tend to move slowly, and some aspects of the company—particularly in HR, benefits, and compensation—feel outdated and in need of modernization. With improvements in these areas, the organization has great potential to become an even better place to grow a career.

Bad place to work at if you are looking for a place where you feel like you are taken care of. They squeeze every last bit of labor out of you and god forbid you finish all the labor they threw at you because they will just throw more work on you that should have been already taken care of by other crews. If you join this company you are just following behind picking up all the slack from the other horrible employees who couldn’t care less about you. No appreciation. No communication.   

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Maintenance technician 24 salaries reported	$20.00 per hour
Assistant property manager 9 salaries reported	$47,889 per year
Landscape technician 7 salaries reported	$18.21 per hour
Administrative assistant 3 salaries reported	$19.00 per hour
Activities director 3 salaries reported	$17.00 per hour

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