We is looking for an energetic, skilled Community Manager to lead an apartment community in Lompoc, Ca. Community Managers are responsible for planning and directing the day‑to‑day activities of the properties, including maintenance staff and vendors, to ensure that goals and objectives of the properties are accomplished.
Live OnSite is required!
Duties and Responsibilities
Market and lease available apartments using honed leasing skills, in full compliance of fair housing laws
Pre-lease units and maintain a working waitlist of prospective residents
Provide a high level of customer service and connect with residents
Collect and deposit rent, late fees, and deposits using Yardi software
Market available units daily on Craigslist and other approved marketing sites
Screen and qualify prospective residents
Prepare vacant units for rental, including renovation oversight
Enter traffic, applications, leases, notices, work orders, etc. into Yardi Voyager each business day
Provide status and suggested strategies to Regional Manager to ensure good communication and smooth property operations
Maintain organized, comprehensive unit files including leases, communications, work orders, etc.
Bid and negotiate service contracts, procuring all necessary building supplies, managing maintenance staff, and vendor relationships
Perform necessary maintenance and ordinary repairs. Oversee general cleaning of the building and grounds
Manage property expenditures in accordance with budget
Respond to all resident requests or complaints in a timely, efficient, and courteous manner
Serve as the employer's representative to enforce rules governing the premises and report unusual resident problems or behavior to the immediate supervisor
All other duties as assigned
Qualifications
A minimum of four (4) years of multi-family property management experience
Working knowledge of property management, California and local laws
Strong Microsoft Office and property management software skills, Yardi Voyager experience preferred
Excellent problem solving, multi-tasking, and organizational skills
Ability to empathize with residents and staff, while still enforcing community rules and policies
Must work well with others
Strong communication ability, both verbally and in writing. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from residents, vendors, government officials, and the public
A high school diploma or equivalent. College degree a plus
Valid driver’s license
