Overview
We are seeking an experienced Community Manager to lead day-to-day operations at one of Madison's premier communities. This is a high-visibility, hands-on leadership role for a property professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes genuine ownership of their community's performance.
Reporting directly to company leadership, the Community Manager will be responsible for driving occupancy, building a strong resident experience, managing a site team, and maintaining the operational and financial health of the property.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all day-to-day property operations including leasing, maintenance coordination, and resident relations
- Drive and maintain strong occupancy through active leasing oversight and traffic follow-up
- Supervise, train, and develop on-site team members
- Manage resident lifecycle from application through renewal and move-out
- Enforce lease compliance and handle resident issues and escalations professionally
- Prepare and manage property budgets; monitor financial performance against plan
- Coordinate with maintenance team to ensure timely unit turns and work order completion
- Maintain accurate records in property management software
- Uphold property presentation and curb appeal standards
Requirements:
- 3+ years of student housing or multifamily experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role
- Proven track record of achieving and maintaining high occupancy
- Strong financial acumen; comfortable with budgets, variance reporting, and P&L oversight
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with property management software (Yardi, Entrata, AppFolio, or similar)
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through
- Wisconsin real estate license a plus, but not required
Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
