Apartment Community Manager - Country Club at Valley View Apartments

Description

Position: Community Manager
Country Club at Valley View Apartments (312 units; Active Senior Living Community)

This role is ideal for a strong leader who is passionate about team development, operational excellence, and delivering an exceptional resident experience.

Compensation:
• Commensurate with experience
• Monthly performance bonuses tied to asset performance

What You Will Do:
• Oversee all day-to-day operations of the community
• Hire, train, and develop high-performing team members
• Supervise office and maintenance staff to ensure operational excellence
• Lead, coach, and motivate the onsite team to achieve performance goals
• Foster a positive, professional, and productive work environment
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback
• Maintain strong curb appeal and overall property presentation
• Ensure timely rent collection and delinquency management
• Oversee service requests and ensure work orders are completed promptly and professionally
• Ensure vacant units are turned efficiently and meet company standards

What You Will Also Do:
• Assist in preparing annual operating budgets and monitor monthly financial performance
• Analyze and report on property performance, including variances
• Partner with marketing to drive traffic and leasing performance
• Maintain high occupancy while optimizing rental rates based on market conditions
• Monitor resident satisfaction and proactively address concerns to maintain a strong community reputation

What You Will Bring:
• 3+ years of experience as a Community Manager, preferably with large communities
• Previous property management experience is required; candidates without direct experience will not be considered
• Strong leadership, team development, and communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Yardi
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, multitask, and act with urgency
• Professional appearance and adherence to company standards
• Flexibility to work extended hours, including weekends and holidays, when needed
• Ability to respond to emergencies outside of normal business hours

Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Rent Discount
• Professional Development and Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO, Paid Holidays, and a Floating Holiday
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Optional Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and AD&D Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance

About Gaines Investment Trust:
Gaines Investment Trust is a family-owned real estate investment and management company with a portfolio of over 8,000 apartment homes across multiple states. We are long-term owners and do not manage properties for third parties, which allows us to provide stability, consistent training, and career growth opportunities for our team members.