Community Manager

Bell Partners Inc; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Total rewards benefits package

Health insurance + 401(k) match + paid

Vacation & time off

Training programs

Diversity & inclusion

Empowering culture

Job summary

Bell Partners is seeking a Community Manager in Kirkland, WA to lead operations, staff development, and resident services. You will manage leasing, budgets, and performance to maximize property value while ensuring exceptional resident experiences.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in property management, supervisory experience, and strong financial acumen with MS Office and Yardi Voyager. A collaborative, inclusive culture and career growth await in this role at Bell Partners.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in business, sales, or related field, relevant experience, or a combination.
• Successful supervisory experience.
• 3+ years’ experience in a property management role preferred.
• The ability to build, lead, and serve on teams.
• Advanced mathematical skills and ability to analyze and explain financial reports.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite including MS Excel.
• Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to provide exceptional customer service.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to multi-task required.
• Knowledge of Yardi Voyager, or other similar programs preferred.
• Demonstration of Bell Core Values.

Responsibilities

• Motivate associates through recognition programs, training, and team building.
• Ensure team meets BAL strategic drivers.
• Train staff members on proper leasing techniques and resident service.
• Ensure property performance is maximized, including walking the grounds and inspecting apartments.
• Tour visitors and guests to show amenities, apartments, models, community, etc.
• Conduct regular performance appraisals and address any employee relations or associate concerns.
• Maintain complete and accurate associate files and a high level of associate satisfaction, measured by periodic surveys.
• Conduct weekly meetings with leasing and maintenance staff.
• Develop and administer community budget, and evaluate unit prices in accordance with the market and budget goals.
• Develop an annual marketing plan and conduct marketing reviews monthly.
• Obtain bids for all contract services and oversee routine capital projects, coordinate with Construction Services, as necessary.
• Hold responsibility for 35% of leasing activities.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Financial analysis

Customer service

Team leadership

Time management

Education

BA/BS in business or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Excel

Yardi Voyager

Job description

Join Bell Partners and be a difference maker.

At Bell Partners, our mission is to be the apartment company of choice by creating value and honoring commitments to our residents, partners, and associates. We proudly serve our community of 85,000+ homes across 13 states and the District of Columbia. As stewards entrusted to contribute with care and appreciation, our 2,000 associates succeed in a dynamic space where everyone impacts. We take pride in producing outstanding results and fostering a work environment that allows everyone to contribute to their fullest potential. We rise above industry standards when every associate embraces their unique role and seizes the opportunity to make an impact.

As a Community Manager with Bell, you will lead and direct all community operations to ensure quality services and a high degree of customer satisfaction. You will lead and motivate community staff members to provide services to residents and maintain a high level of resident satisfaction. You will also be responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding, managing, and providing feedback to associates.

What we can offer you:

Opportunities for career growth

Total rewards benefits package

Family health insurance, 401(k) match, Vacation, Personal Days, and Sick time

Customized training programs

Diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment

A culture that empowers you to make a difference

What you’ll do to make a difference:

Motivate associates through recognition programs, training, and team building

Ensure team meets BAL strategic drivers

Train staff members on proper leasing techniques and resident service

Ensure property performance is maximized, including walking the grounds and inspecting apartments

Tour visitors and guests to show amenities, apartments, models, community, etc. (this may involve walking on hills and up and down 3 flights of stairs)

Conduct regular performance appraisals and address any employee relations or associate concerns

Maintain complete and accurate associate files and a high level of associate satisfaction, measured by periodic surveys

Conduct weekly meetings with leasing and maintenance staff

Develop and administer community budget, and evaluate unit prices in accordance with the market and budget goals

Develop an annual marketing plan and conduct marketing reviews monthly

Obtain bids for all contract services and oversee routine capital projects, coordinate with Construction Services, as necessary

Hold responsibility for 35% of leasing activities

Regular attendance and punctuality

What you bring to our team:

BA/BS in business, sales, or related field, relevant experience, or a combination

Successful supervisory experience

3+ years’ experience in a property management role preferred

The ability to build, lead, and serve on teams

Advanced mathematical skills and ability to analyze and explain financial reports

Strong working knowledge of MS Office Suite including MS Excel

Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to provide exceptional customer service

Strong time management skills and the ability to multi-task required

Knowledge of Yardi Voyager, or other similar programs preferred

Demonstration of Bell Core Values

Physical requirements of the job:

Walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and lifting to 30 lbs.

Ability to work with mechanical and electrical equipment, as well as hazardous materials

Must be comfortable with heights and moving heavy objects

Compensation Range

Incentive compensation opportunities are available and are performance based.

About Bell Partners

Our purpose at Bell Partners is to create communities our residents are proud to call home. We currently own or manage over 85,000 homes in North America and continue to grow. Our people are the most important part of our company. We believe in building a culture that encourages our associates to invest in and serve one another, while pushing each other to take risks, allowing us to grow together and make a difference.

Bell Partners reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location Kirkland, Washington, United States