Description
COMMUNITY MANAGER
Job Summary : Redstone's Community Manager for Student & Affiliate Housing is a role that has a direct impact on our student housing operations. Under the supervision of the Director of Community Management, this position supports company and property operations at one or more of our student / affiliate housing properties. The role requires an outgoing, compassionate, and enthusiastic professional capable of assisting the student housing team, supporting student residents, and collaborating with Redstone finance and administration colleagues. The role serves as the first point of contact with residents and their families and will effectively balance operational goals and resident support services.
Reports to : Director of Community Management
Wage Status : Salaried
Salary : 60,000-70,000
Responsibilities
Administrative Management
- Team lead for management of satellite office located at one of Redstone’s student / affiliate housing properties
- Maintain contact and distribution lists for building residents
- Field resident service calls and coordinate scheduling with residents to arrange access to areas for maintenance and service vendors
- Manage parking permit application process
- Answer phones, maintain phone system, and greet walk-in clients
Leasing & Marketing
Support work of property leasing coordinator to ensure that property is rented to fullest capacity, including assisting with marketing initiatives and strategies to advertise and secure prospective residentsSupport preparation of leasing documents as neededEffectively learn and utilize online document management tools and electronic application processes in support of leasing processUtilize and plan marketing strategies to secure prospective tenants, while staying within a set marketing budget. Take lead role in online and electronic marketing efforts including cultivating property social media presence and ongoing development of student housing websitesClearly communicate about the communities to prospective residents and families (i.e. application process, utility information, building amenities, parking and pet / service animal policies)Financial
Demonstrate ability to understand financial goals and operate asset in owners' best interestAssist with collection of rents and ensure checks are collected, posted, and deposited in a timely mannerSupport resident outreach around outstanding rents / delinquenciesTroubleshoot tenant billing / payment errors and discrepancies and work with Redstone finance team colleagues on billing / payment correctionsResident Support & Retention Efforts
Address resident concerns and requests on timely basis and in a professional mannerDevelop and / or implement resident retention programs (i.e., resident functions, special promotions, etc.)Draft and distribute resident communications, effectively utilizing a range of mediums to convey company and community information to residents in a timely fashionConsistently implement policies of the community, as directedManage apartment entry and mailbox access for residents, including organization of master key sets, administering door access technology, and working alongside maintenance team to address key and lock ticketsExpected to provide unparalleled customer service, creating a strong sense of community for all residentsPhysical Plant
Collaborate with maintenance team colleagues on the appearance of the property, reporting any needed repairs on a timely basisSupport the maintenance team by serving as a liaison with residents around routine maintenance requests, preventative maintenance work, and emergency maintenance needsSupport annual apartment turnovers, including move-ins and move-outs, and sublet and termination proceduresPartnership Relations Management
Work closely with the Director of Community Management to provide unparalleled customer service to our building owners and affiliated partners.Support in creating weekly or monthly leasing reporting.In partnership with the Director of Community Management, address concerns and requests on a timely basis and in a professional manner.Support in creating policies and procedures based on the needs of our partners.Personnel Management
Consistently use successful techniques and company directives to screen, hire, orient and train student team membersEnsure efficiency of staff through ongoing training, instruction, counseling and leadershipPlan weekly / daily office staff schedules and assignmentsDocument performance problems appropriately, communicate situations to supervisorProvide support to staff to encourage teamwork and lead as an example in creating a harmonious environmentEssential Job Functions
We are one Redstone! Our team works collaboratively and proactively to deliver exemplary customer service in support of our service standards : Safety, Courtesy, Inclusivity, Efficiency, and Pride of Place. Redstone is looking for a candidate that consistently exhibits a professional communication style and positive attitude and can pivot quickly. This essential role will work at a satellite, on-property office, and must be comfortable working independently to deliver exemplary customer service. The position requires critical thinking and sound judgement to make timely recommendations for essential property and organizational improvements. We are looking for a strong communicator who is comfortable working with a diverse group of personalities in a respectful way. Our preferred candidate will hold a college degree, be able to adapt to the changing needs of projects, promote team values, and exhibit self-direction.
Additional Requirements
Attendance is an imperative job function.Some evening and weekend hours required.Employees must fulfill the performance standards of this position and comply with policies, rules and procedures of the company, including those set out in the Employee Handbook or otherwise communicated (verbally or writing) to employees.Valid driver's license, along with reliable transportation and vehicle insurance are required to carry out the duties of this position.#J-18808-Ljbffr