Who We Are & Where We Are Headed
Hometown Communities is a growing manufactured housing brand operated by MHP Property Management. We own and manage mobile home communities across Texas with a simple but serious mission: affordable housing should also be a great place to call home. We are in an active growth phase; expanding our portfolio, driving toward full occupancy, and investing in our communities through home rehabilitation, new home placements, and a team that genuinely cares. The Community Manager is the most important person in each community. You
are the face of the property, the first call residents make, and the person who turns a vacant home into someone’s front door.
The Role
The Community Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of one Hometown Communities property; keeping it full, keeping it running, and keeping residents happy. You are on-site, hands-on, and accountable for performance. Your two primary focuses are straightforward: fill vacant homes and deliver a well-run community.
Sales activity, resident experience, collections, property condition, and financial reporting all flow from those two priorities. You will report directly to the Regional Manager and work closely with ownership on performance and community goals.
Key Responsibilities
Sales & Occupancy Your #1 Priority
- Filling vacant homes is the engine of our business. As Community Manager, you are the frontline of our sales effort.
- Market available homes via Facebook Marketplace, online listings, signage, and local outreach
- Respond to all leads promptly and schedule showings to drive consistent traffic to available units
- Show homes in a compelling, professional manner and follow up with all prospective residents
- Process applications thoroughly; coordinate approvals and move-in paperwork with care and accuracy
- Track your lead pipeline, showing activity, and conversion rates know your numbers
- Identify opportunities to generate new leads through community relationships, referrals, and local networks
- Treat every vacant home as an opportunity, not a given vacancy costs money and urgency matters
Rent Collections
- Strong collections are the foundation of a financially healthy community.
- Collect rents on time each month and follow established collection procedures without exception
- Issue late notices promptly and follow up on delinquencies in a professional, consistent manner
- Support the eviction process when required, working closely with the Regional Manager and legal counsel
- Maintain accurate records of payments, balances, and resident accounts
Resident Experience & Community Standards
- Happy, long-term residents are good for business and good for the community. Your job is to earn that loyalty.
- Be accessible, responsive, and professional in all interactions with residents
- Address resident concerns and maintenance requests promptly and with genuine care
- Enforce community rules and regulations consistently, fairly, and in compliance with Texas law
- Organize community engagement activities and events that build a sense of belonging and pride
- Maintain a community atmosphere that residents are proud to call home and happy to recommend
Property Condition & Maintenance
- A well-maintained property attracts quality residents and protects the value of the asset.
- Conduct regular walkthroughs of the community to identify maintenance needs, blight, and safety issues
- Coordinate with contractors and vendors to ensure repairs are completed on time and to standard
- Oversee move-in and move-out inspections; document property condition accurately
- Maintain common areas, vacant lots, and shared spaces in clean, presentable condition
- Flag deferred maintenance and capital needs to the Regional Manager proactively
Financial Management & Reporting
- Accurate reporting keeps ownership informed and operations on track.
- Manage day-to-day community expenses within established budget guidelines
- Maintain accurate financial records and submit reports on time using property management software and Google Suite
- Review and code invoices from vendors and contractors accurately
- Flag budget variances and unexpected expenses to the Regional Manager promptly
What Success Looks Like
Within your first 2 weeks, you will know every vacant home on the property, have a lead follow-up
system in place, and be actively showing and marketing. Residents will have met you and know
who to call.
By 30 days, showings will be consistent, collections will be on track, and you will have a clear
picture of what the community needs. The Regional Manager will feel confident that the right person
is running the property.
By 60 days, occupancy will be trending up, residents will be receiving a higher level of service, and
your community will be operating with the standards and energy that define Hometown
Communities.
Requirements Required
- Prior experience in property management, residential leasing, or a comparable customer-facing operations role
- Sales-oriented mindset — you are comfortable showing homes, following up on prospects, and closing applications
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal — with residents, vendors, and your management team
- Proficiency with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Gmail) and ability to learn property management software
- High level of personal organization and reliability — deadlines, follow-ups, and details cannot fall through the cracks
- Ability to work on-site full-time at the assigned community location
Preferred
- Experience with Facebook Marketplace or social media marketing for residential leasing
- Bilingual in English and Spanish (a strong advantage, especially for Harlingen)
- Familiarity with Texas landlord-tenant law and community compliance requirements
- Previous experience in manufactured housing or mobile home park operations
Who Thrives in This Role
- The right person for this job is someone who takes ownership — not just of their tasks, but of the community they manage. You are proactive, not reactive. You follow up without being reminded.
- You treat residents like people, not problems.
- You are comfortable in a role where no two days look exactly the same. You can handle a maintenance call in the morning, a showing in the afternoon, and a collections follow-up before close of business — and do all three well.
- You want your effort to show up in your paycheck. You see vacant homes as a challenge to solve, not a fact of life. And you are proud of the community you manage because you put in the work to make it something worth being proud of.
Compensation & Benefits
Base Salary
$35,000 – $42,000 annually, depending on experience. We pay fairly for the right person and we do not shortchange candidates who bring genuine value.
Performance Bonuses
In addition to your base salary, you will be eligible for performance-based bonuses tied to occupancy, infill performance, and sales results. For a motivated Community Manager, bonuses represent real additional income — not a token amount.
Additional Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Accrued personal days available when life happens
Paid Vacation
Annual paid vacation time to rest and recharge
Paid Holidays
Company-observed holidays throughout the year
Growth Opportunity
Real path to advancement as Hometown
Communities grows
Performance Bonuses
Tied to occupancy, infill, and sales milestones
Supportive Leadership
Direct access to Regional Manager and ownership team
How to Apply
Send all four items to:
[email protected]
1. Typing test screenshot — complete at typingtest.com; minimum 40 WPM with 98% accuracy required
2. 2-minute video introduction — who you are, why this role, and what you will bring to Hometown Communities
3. Resume or CV — highlight any experience in property management, leasing, or sales
4. Cover letter — focus on your sales and occupancy achievements and why you are the right person to run one of our communities
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. We move fast with the right candidates.
Pay: $35,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year
Application Question(s):
- Do you have prior experience in property management or residential leasing?
- Are you comfortable with sales — showing homes, following up on leads, and closing applications?
- Are you able to work on-site full-time in Kilgore, TX or Harlingen, TX?
Work Location: In person
