Community Manager

Roundhouse; Lakeside (MT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee housing discount

Job summary

Roundhouse in Lakeside, MT seeks a Community Manager to oversee daily operations across maintenance, leasing, and resident relations, driving occupancy and revenue while building a high-performing team.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in property management or a Roundhouse development program, plus a real estate license (or ability to obtain within 120 days). Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Three to five years in Community Manager or Assistant Community Manager role (or completion of Roundhouse development program).
• Real estate license or ability to obtain within 120 days, if required by state.
• Proven supervisory and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook.
• Working knowledge of property management laws and regulations.
• Genuine customer-service mindset and passion for the work.
• Strong desire to lead in role and community.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Run daily operations across maintenance, leasing, and resident relations.
• Build and execute leasing, marketing, and retention strategies to drive occupancy and revenue.
• Partner with Regional Manager to set property goals and plans to reach them.
• Own the numbers: rent collection, delinquency, budgets, and financial obligations.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and maintain high service standards.
• Lead and develop maintenance team on turns, work orders, inspections, and capital projects.
• Walk property regularly to maintain maintenance, curb appeal, and safety.
• Resolve resident concerns quickly, fairly, and professionally.
• Keep accurate records across leases, resident files, financials, and deposits.
• Prepare monthly and annual performance reports including financials and occupancy metrics.
• Plan resident events and community engagement to make residents feel at home.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing, safety regulations, and company policy.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service mindset

Communication

Property management knowledge

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Supervisory experience

Education

Real estate license or ability to obtain within 120 days

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook)

Job description

Description

$34,000- $36,000 annually + quarterly bonus potential + commissions Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm + 100% housing discount! Final compensation is based on experience, skills, and qualifications. This is your community to lead.

You see the whole picture. You can read a P&L and read a room, hit the numbers and still know your residents by name. You take ownership of everything that happens on your property, and you build a team that wants to do the same. If that sounds like you, we want to meet you.

Our culture

Our culture is what makes Roundhouse unique, and it shows up in how the whole team works:

One Team:

We put people first, work with humility, and celebrate wins together.

Self-Starter:

We take initiative, own outcomes, and push ideas forward with energy and purpose.

Forward Thinker:

We stay curious, embrace change, and explore better ways to serve our residents and partners.

Commitment to Excellence:

We set high standards, double-check details, and take pride in doing the work right.

What you'll own

• Run daily operations across maintenance, leasing, and resident relations.
• Build and execute leasing, marketing, and retention strategies that drive occupancy and revenue.
• Partner with your Regional Manager to set property goals and the plans to reach them.
• Own the numbers: rent collection, delinquency, budgets, and all financial obligations.
• Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and hold service to a high standard.
• Lead and develop your maintenance team on turns, work orders, inspections, and capital projects.
• Walk your property regularly to keep maintenance, curb appeal, and safety standards sharp.
• Resolve resident concerns quickly, fairly, and professionally.
• Keep accurate records across leases, resident files, financials, and deposit accounting.
• Prepare monthly and annual performance reports, including financials and occupancy metrics.
• Plan resident events and community engagement that make people feel at home.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing, safety regulations, and company policy at all times.

What you bring

• Three to five years as a Community Manager or Assistant Community Manager, or successful completion of a management-focused Roundhouse development program.
• A real estate license, or the ability to obtain one within 120 days of employment if your state requires it.
• Proven supervisory and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of the laws and regulations that govern property management.
• A genuine customer-service mindset and real passion for the work.
• A strong desire to lead, both in your role and in your local community.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

A leg up if you have:

• A bachelor's degree in business administration, real estate, or a related field.
• Experience with Yardi Voyager, RentCafe, Yieldstar, AIRM, LEO, Appwork, or similar CRM tools.

What's in it for you

This is full-time work with pay, benefits, and perks built around your well-being, your growth, and your sense of community.

Health and wellness

• Medical coverage, including a zero-cost employee plan
• Dental and vision coverage
• Mental wellness program
• Gym membership stipend

Financial security

• 401(k) with employer match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability options

Lifestyle and culture

• Paid time off plus 9 company-paid holidays
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Employee housing discount
• Cell phone stipend
• Alternative transportation allowance
• Monthly coffee coupon
• Perks at Work program

Recognition and growth

• Professional development support
• Peer recognition program
• Years of service awards
• Infinite Possibilities program

Ready to run a community that people are proud to call home?

If you want to make a real impact, lead a team that looks out for each other, and take ownership of something that lasts, we want to hear from you.

Roundhouse is an equal-opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Salary Description

$34,000-$36,000 annually Location/Region: Lakeside, MT