Community Manager

Acento Real Estate Partners LLC.; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

HRA

Disability & life insurance

PTO 18 days

Paid holidays 11.5 days

EAP

401(k) with match

Quarterly bonuses

Leasing & renewal bonus

Employee referral program

Job summary

Acento Real Estate Partners is hiring a Community Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of a residential community. You will oversee leasing, maintenance, resident satisfaction, and compliance while building a high-performing on-site team.

We value leadership, strong communication, and a strategic mindset. You will manage budgets, set rent strategies, maximize occupancy, and drive asset performance.

Join a diverse, inclusive company with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of on-site property management experience
• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Proficiency in property management software (Onesite), MS Office, Teams, and Adobe

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations: leasing, maintenance, resident satisfaction, and compliance
• Build, hire, train, and mentor on-site staff to foster collaboration and accountability
• Develop and execute the property’s financial plan, operating budget, and rent strategies
• Maximize occupancy through market-based rent levels, renewals, and marketing initiatives
• Collaborate on asset performance decisions and capital improvement projects
• Ensure compliance with housing regulations and company policies

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Strategic thinking

Marketing experience

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Onesite

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Adobe

Job description

At Acento Real Estate Partners, we don’t just manage apartment communities—we build vibrant, inclusive neighborhoods where people love to live and work. Headquartered in the Washington, DC area, Acento is a leading property operations and investment management company focused on multifamily communities in Hispanic markets and Workforce Housing.

Since 2002, we’ve been recognized as a trusted expert in acquiring, redeveloping, and managing residential and commercial assets. Diversity is one of our core strengths, and we’re proud to foster a workforce and resident base as dynamic and diverse as the communities we serve.

We’re growing fast and have an immediate opening for a dedicated, goal-driven Community Manager to lead the day-to-day operations of one of our residential communities. This leadership role offers the chance to build a high-performing team, maximize financial performance, and help create a thriving environment for residents and staff.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Oversee Daily Operations: Manage all aspects of the community’s operations, including leasing, maintenance, resident satisfaction, and compliance.
• Build & Lead a Team: Hire, train, and mentor on-site staff to foster collaboration, accountability, and a culture of excellence.
• Budgeting & Financial Performance: Develop and execute the property’s financial plan, operating budget, and rent strategies to drive revenue and profitability.
• Maximize Occupancy: Set competitive market rent levels, optimize renewal strategies, and oversee marketing initiatives to maintain high occupancy and resident retention.
• Asset Management: Collaborate on property performance decisions and capital improvement projects to protect and enhance the asset.
• Risk & Compliance: Ensure compliance with housing regulations, company policies, and local/state/federal laws.

What You’ll Bring:

• 5+ years of experience in on-site property management, preferably in multifamily housing
• High school diploma or GED required (Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred)
• Proficiency in property management software (preferably Onesite), Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and Adobe
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities
• Strategic mindset with problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Marketing experience to help drive leasing and retention efforts
• A passion for continuous learning and professional development

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) partially paid by employer
• Short & long-term disability + life insurance at no cost to you
• 18 days Paid time Off
• 11.5 days Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Eligible for quarterly bonuses
• Leasing commission & renewal bonus opportunities
• Employee referral program

Ready to lead a thriving community with a company that values your expertise and supports your growth?