Assistant Manager

Equity LifeStyle Properties; Hawaiian Gardens (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision plans

401(k) employer match

Paid vacations

Holidays

Sick time

Job summary

Equity LifeStyle Properties in San Jose, CA is seeking an Assistant Manager to support daily property operations, coordinate with guests and residents, and assist the Property Manager in maintaining high standards across our communities.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, schedule coordination, budgeting basics, and administrative tasks, with opportunities to assist events and manage cash handling, vendor relations, and occupancy processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years on-site property management.
• Solid customer service and basic building knowledge.
• Experience coordinating and scheduling appointments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic financial systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize guest needs.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Support the Property Manager in all aspects of property management and liaise with guests and residents regarding maintenance and issues.
• Respond to questions and complaints promptly.
• Contact tenants to address issues requiring immediate attention.
• Schedule maintenance and generate work orders for repairs.
• Order inventory and obtain estimates for repairs.
• Process new applications for long-term residency, including background checks.
• Assist Activities team with hiring entertainment, purchasing supplies and managing event tickets.
• Manage petty cash, accounts payable/receivable, credit card and cash reconciliations, and deposits.
• Manage calendars and perform general administrative tasks.

Skills

On-site property management

Customer service

Scheduling

Microsoft Office

Administrative tasks

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About the Role

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career! ELS is hiring for the position of Assistant Manager in San Jose, California.

Primary Responsibilities

• This position supports the Property Manager in all aspects of property management and serves as a liaison between our office and guests and residents with respect to maintenance and other issues as needed.


• Respond to questions and complaints in a timely manner.


• Contact tenants to address any issues that require immediate attention.


• Schedule maintenance calls and generate work orders for the repair of buildings and grounds.


• Order inventory and obtain estimates for repairs.


• Process new applications for long-term residency, including background checks and file maintenance.


• You may assist the Activities team with hiring entertainment, purchasing supplies and managing ticket sales for events.


• Manage the petty cash account, accounts payable and receivable, credit card reconciliations, cash reconciliations and bank deposits.


• Manage calendars and perform general administrative tasks.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, or a combination of education and equivalent experience.


• 3+ years of experience in on-site property management.


• Solid experience in customer service and basic knowledge of building structures.


• Experience coordinating and scheduling appointments.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other web-based applications, including email and financial systems.


• Experience performing administrative tasks and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize based on guest needs.


• Meticulous attention to detail.


• Valid driver’s license, good driving record and current auto insurance.

Benefits

• medical


• dental


• vision plans


• a generous 401(k) employer match


• paid vacations


• holidays


• sick time

Employer Information

We invite you to visit our web site at www.equitylifestyleproperties.com for additional information regarding our exceptional resort communities.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.

Compensation

Estimated compensation for this position in the states of BC, CA, CO, IL, MA, MD, MN, NJ, NY, VT and WA is: Hourly: $25.00 - $25.25 The salary listed is an estimate and not guaranteed. A salary offer will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity and alignment with market data. In addition to the base pay and our benefits, some positions are eligible for bonuses, sales commissions, or incentive pay.

Equity LifeStyle Properties (NYSE: ELS) is the leading operator of Manufactured Home Communities, RV Resorts and Campgrounds in North America. Our appealing properties, located in the most desirable regions of the country, offer a variety of homes and camping options to meet a wide range of customers' needs. ELS has a strong national presence with more than 400 communities and resorts in 32 states and British Columbia and a team of more than 4000 employees.