Community Manager

Wallick; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off: 20 days + holidays

ESOP

401(k) with company match

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Fitness reimbursement

Employee discounts

Pet insurance (optional)

Job summary

Wallick in Columbus, OH is seeking a Community Manager to oversee daily operations and lead a welcoming apartment community. This role focuses on dependable service, occupancy, leasing, and resident retention in a structured, teamwork-driven environment. Successful candidates bring leadership, strong organization, and communication skills to support residents and staff. The position is full-time and on-site in Columbus, OH.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years in property or general management or similar people-leadership role.
• Strong follow-through, organization, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Valid driver''s license.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily community operations and keep the site team focused on priorities.
• Support occupancy, leasing activity, resident follow-up and retention.
• Review applications, resident files, inspections and move-out paperwork for accuracy.
• Help manage collections, deposits, invoices and community supplies.
• Build positive relationships with residents, associates, owners and partners.
• Keep the community organized, inspection-ready and accountable.

Skills

Communication

Organization

People leadership

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Teams

Yardi

Job description

Description

Community Manager
Affordable Housing Communities

PAY

SCHEDULE

LOCATION

Depends on Experience
Full-Time
Monday-Friday 8:00-4:30
Columbus, OH

Open doors to homes, opportunities, and hope. Join Wallick as a Community Manager and help create a well-run, welcoming apartment community where residents can count on dependable service every day.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage for eligible full-time associates after 2-weeks
• Up to 20 days of PTO plus paid company holidays (9 days)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost to eligible associates
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition assistance, fitness reimbursement, employee discounts, and optional pet insurance

What You Will Do

• Lead daily community operations and keep the site team focused on clear priorities.
• Support occupancy, leasing activity, resident follow-up and resident retention.
• Review applications, resident files, inspections and move-out paperwork for accuracy and timeliness.
• Help manage collections, deposits, invoices and community supplies responsibly.
• Build positive relationships with residents, associates, owners and internal partners.
• Keep the community organized, inspection-ready and operating with care and accountability.

Basic Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of experience in property management, general management or a similar people-leadership role.
• Strong follow-through, organization, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Smart, communicative, and high motor skills
• Comfort using Microsoft Word, Excel and Teams
• A valid driver's license.

NICE TO HAVE

• Affordable housing experience, HUD Section 8 knowledge or COS, LIHTC, HCCP or AHM certification is a plus, not required.
• 3+ years of experience as a property manager.
• Yardi or similar property-management software.

How You Work

• You are visible, engaged, and willing to take ownership of the community.
• You set clear expectations and follow through on commitments.
• You communicate respectfully with residents, associates, and business partners.
• You use information and good judgment to solve problems before they become larger issues.
• You balance business discipline, compliance, and care for people.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Most work is performed indoors in a community office setting with regular resident and associate interaction. The role includes extensive computer work, filing, community activity and occasional travel to external business activities or other communities as needed. Some bending, stooping and lifting may be required when handling files, supplies or event materials.

Wallick is an equal opportunity employer. Benefit eligibility may vary by employment status, hours worked, plan terms and applicable waiting periods.

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