Community Manager

Acento Real Estate Partners LLC.; Maryland; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability & life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance plan (EAP)

401(k) with employer match

Bonuses

Leasing commission & renewal bonuses

Referral program

Job summary

Acento Real Estate Partners LLC. is seeking a motivated Community Manager to lead daily operations at one of our multifamily communities. You will hire and guide on-site staff, manage leasing, maintenance, resident satisfaction, and compliance to drive strong financial performance.

The role emphasizes occupancy growth, rent strategy, and teamwork, with opportunities to advance in a dynamic, inclusive workplace. Join a company recognized as a great place to work in the DC area.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of on-site property management experience
• High school diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Proficiency in property management software (Onesite), MS Office, Teams and Adobe
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities
• Marketing experience to drive leasing and retention
• Bilingual in Spanish & English
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the community, including leasing, maintenance, resident satisfaction, and compliance
• Build, hire, and mentor on-site staff to foster collaboration and excellence
• Develop and execute the property's financial plan, operating budget, and rent strategies
• Set competitive market rent levels, renewals, and marketing initiatives to maintain high occupancy
• Collaborate on asset performance decisions and capital improvement projects
• Ensure compliance with housing regulations and company policies

Skills

Property management

Leadership

Customer service

Strategic thinking

Marketing

Bilingual Spanish/English

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing or related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Onesite

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

Adobe

Job description

Community Manager

Join Acento Real Estate Partners as a Community Manager. 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. Our own people say it... Acento is officially a GREAT PLACE TO WORK! See what makes us different: Great Place to Work Certified

Your Opportunity: Community Manager

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
• Bilingual in Spanish & English desired (or required, depending on community needs)
• 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