Assistant Community Manager - Student Housing

University Partners; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University Partners is seeking an Assistant Community Manager to assist in overseeing daily property operations, leasing performance, and resident services at our Minneapolis properties. You will supervise staff, process lease approvals, manage marketing efforts, and support financial coordination while preparing to lead in the Community Manager’s absence.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, excellent communication, ability to analyze leasing trends, and maintaining organized data across

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strong sales, negotiation, and customer service skills.
• Ability to analyze leasing trends, occupancy data, and pricing strategies.
• High level of organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and property management software (Entrata preferred).
• Ability to work weekends, extended hours, and peak leasing seasons as required.
• 1 - 2 years of related leasing, leadership, or property management experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Community Manager in supervising and training the leasing team.
• Review and approve lease applications according to rental criteria.
• Ensure integrity of Entrata data including traffic, leases, renewals, and work orders.
• Meet with Community Manager and Market Director to discuss leasing issues and performance.
• Monitor daily lease approvals and renewal updates.
• Maintain the Marketing Calendar and campus outreach initiatives.
• Conduct market surveys and recommend pricing adjustments.
• Track leasing activity, availability, and roommate matching support.
• Suggest marketing recommendations and implement leasing plans.
• Perform administrative duties for the Community Manager.
• Assist with move-in/out coordination and resident communications.
• Support events and promotional initiatives.
• Approve invoices and submit expenses on time.
• Oversee social media and community communications.
• Provide exceptional customer service to residents, prospects, and vendors.
• Support overall operations and step into Community Manager role when needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Sales & Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Organization & Detail

Multitasking

Professionalism & Confidentiality

MS Office

Entrata

Experience Requirement

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Entrata

Job description

About University Partners
University Partners provides best-in-class student housing across the country, focusing on service, community experience, and operational excellence. Our teams create environments where students feel supported, safe, and proud to call home.

Job Purpose
The Assistant Community Manager supports the Community Manager in overseeing daily property operations, leasing performance, and resident services. This role assists with staff supervision, leasing approvals, marketing execution, financial coordination, and operational compliance while preparing to manage the community in the Community Manager’s absence.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist the Community Manager in supervising and training the leasing team to ensure company standards and Fair Housing compliance are met.
• Review and approve lease applications in accordance with rental criteria and verify lease file accuracy.
• Ensure integrity and accuracy of Entrata data including traffic, leases, renewals, and work orders.
• Meet regularly with Community Manager and Market Director to discuss leasing issues and community performance.
• Monitor and execute daily lease approvals and renewal updates.
• Maintain and oversee the Marketing Calendar including campus outreach, promotions, and advertising initiatives.
• Conduct monthly market surveys and recommend pricing adjustments.
• Track leasing activity, availability, and support roommate matching efforts.
• Suggest marketing recommendations and implement a plan to achieve leasing goals.
• Perform administrative duties assigned by the Community Manager.
• Assist with move-in and move-out coordination including resident communications and operational procedures.
• Support planning and execution of community events and promotional initiatives.
• Assist with invoice approvals and timely submission of expenses.
• Oversee all social media platforms and approve community communications prior to publication.
• Provide exceptional customer service to residents, prospects, and vendors.
• Support overall property operations and step into the Community Manager role when necessary.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strong sales, negotiation, and customer service skills.
• Ability to analyze leasing trends, occupancy data, and pricing strategies.
• High level of organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional demeanor and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and property management software (Entrata preferred).
• Ability to work weekends, extended hours, and peak leasing seasons as required.
• 1 - 2 years of related leasing, leadership, or property management experience.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.