Community Manager - Kennesaw, GA

Independence Realty Trust Inc.; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Career advancement opportunities

Recognition and appreciation initiatives

Competitive base pay and bonuses

Best-in-class medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Independence Realty Trust Inc. is looking for a full-time Community Manager for 1800 at Barrett Lakes in Kennesaw, GA. You will lead the team to achieve operational excellence, ensuring potential and current residents receive outstanding service.

The ideal candidate has multi-family management experience, strong leadership qualities, and a dedication to maintaining high resident satisfaction. The role includes overseeing leasing, financial reporting, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

This position offers comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and robust benefits including medical and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years multi-family community management experience or 4 years in a leadership role.
• Experience managing a single community with 500 units required.
• Proficient in analyzing financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the on-site team to deliver excellent resident service.
• Oversee leasing activity and drive occupancy goals.
• Manage resident relations and resolve concerns promptly.

Skills

Strong leadership

Customer service

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Entrata

Job description

Our multi-family community, 1800 at Barrett Lakes currently has a full-time Community Manager opportunity available.

About IRT Living

1800 at Barrett Lakes is a vibrant multi-family community within IRT, a publicly traded Real Estate Owner and Operator with over 13 years of expertise in top markets nationwide. At IRT, we're committed to delivering an exceptional living experience, understanding that home is more than just a place—it's where lives unfold. We’re equally dedicated to providing our employees with an amazing place to work, fostering growth, and celebrating success.

Opportunity Overview

As a Community Manager, you will be tasked with leading our community staff to achieve excellence, help our potential residents find their new dream home, and assuring our current residents never imagine leaving our community and the IRT family.

Your Day-To-Day

• Leading and motivating the on-site team to deliver excellent resident service
• Overseeing leasing activity and driving occupancy goals
• Conducting regular property walks to ensure cleanliness and curb appeal
• Managing resident relations and resolving concerns promptly
• Handling budgeting, financial reporting, and expense control
• Coordinating with vendors and overseeing service contracts
• Training and mentoring staff to support professional growth
• Responding to online reviews and managing the property’s reputation
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Comprehensive Training: Company-paid, in-person training in Tampa, FL, to set you up for success
• Growth Opportunities: Ongoing development programs to support your career advancement
• Recognition & Appreciation: We celebrate individual and team achievements through various initiatives
• Stability & Success: Join a best-in-class operator with a strong history and commitment to a sustainable future
• Excellent Compensation: Competitive base pay plus commissions, bonuses, and stock awards
• Employee Ownership: Stock awards within your first year of employment
• Benefits: Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision insurance, rent discounts, generous PTO, paid holidays, 100% company-paid insurance (Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability), and a 401(k) with a 100% company match (up to 4%)

What We’re Looking For

• At least 2 years multi-family community management experience or at least 4 years in a leadership role within a multi-family community
• Experience managing a single community with 500 units
• Strong leadership, customer service, and communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong planning, time management, and deadline adherence
• Skilled in analyzing rent rolls, financial reports, and payables/receivablesProficient in MS Office (Word, Excel); Entrata experience preferred
• Knowledge of Fair Housing laws and leasing regulations
• Valid driver’s license required
• Requirement: Must be able to attend a company paid, multi-day, out of state training within 2 weeks of start date

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, familial, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected classes.