Community Manager- Buffington Tower

Community Manager

A company committed to work-life balance

At LHP, we believe a strong workweek should still leave room for life.

That's why we offer Me Time — a company-paid benefit that gives employees up to 4 hours off on Fridays for personal time. Use it to recharge, take care of appointments, or simply start the weekend early. It's part of our commitment to treating employees with respect and flexibility.

What LHP has to offer…

• $500 sign-on bonus
• Annual bonus potential up to $5,500.
• Me Time Fridays – up to 4 paid hours off each Friday
• Paid time off up to 15 days per year (with rollover)
• 11 paid holidays plus volunteer time off
• Cigna medical, dental, & vision coverage
• 401(k) & profit sharing
• Ongoing training and growth opportunities
• Military encouraged employer

Housing with purpose

LHP is a national leader in the development and management of affordable housing. We acquire and renovate communities to create safe, stable housing and long-term positive impact. With more than 12,900 apartment units, 95 properties, and operations in 13 states, LHP has invested over $1.1 billion in affordable housing development. We're consistently ranked among the nation's Top 50 Affordable Housing Owners by Affordable Housing Finance.

Your role on the team

Buffington Tower is a 109 unit affordable elderly property in Little Rock, AR. The Community Manager is responsible for the overall operations and performance of the property, ensuring it runs efficiently, remains compliant, and provides a positive experience for residents and staff. This role oversees all key functions, including HUD Section 8 and tax credit programs, rental applications, rent collections, annual recertifications, compliance, reporting, and file management. The Community Manager also leads resident relations, vendor partnerships, budget adherence, and unit inspections.

In addition, the Community Manager supervises and supports the onsite team, including leasing agents, assistant managers, and maintenance staff, ensuring strong curb appeal, timely unit turns, and responsive work order completion.

This position is ideal for an organized, confident leader who enjoys managing people, processes, and performance within an affordable housing community.

Who is our ideal candidate?

• Experience managing affordable housing, including HUD, Section 8, and LIHTC programs
• Strong understanding of compliance, recertifications, audits, and file management
• Proven ability to lead onsite teams and oversee daily property operations
• Skilled in resident relations, rent collections, budgeting, and vendor coordination
• Organized, dependable leader focused on property performance and community standards
• Valid driver’s license is required.