Community Manager (Part-Time) | Cardinal Lane Apartments

ALCO Management, Inc.; Aberdeen (MS); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

ALCO Management, Inc. is seeking a Community Manager to lead day-to-day operations of the assigned property, driving financial performance, compliance, and resident satisfaction.

You will provide leadership to site staff, oversee maintenance and vendor operations, and ensure the community is safe, well-maintained, and market ready. The role emphasizes budgeting, cost control, and adherence to Fair Housing laws, Section 8, and Tax Credit program requirements, while fostering positive resident

Qualifications

• Solid understanding and experience with Project-Based Section 8 and Tax Credit programs.
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Professional and effective communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to travel for training and occasional business meetings.
• High School diploma or equivalent; some college strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of daily property operations
• Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets
• Achieve strong net operating income through cost control and financial oversight
• Monitor rental collections, posting, and invoice processing
• Submit required company and regulatory reports accurately and timely
• Provide direction and supervision to property maintenance and site staff
• Ensure compliance with company personnel policies and procedures
• Promote safe work practices and ensure the safety of the site and its occupants
• Communicate effectively with staff, residents, vendors, and corporate leadership
• Bid, negotiate, and manage vendor service contracts and special projects
• Engage regularly with residents, proactively addressing concerns and fostering positive relationships

Skills

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial management

Communication

Multi-tasking

Leadership

Travel for training/meetings

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Some college

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Summary Of Position

The Community Manager is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the assigned property, including financial performance, regulatory compliance, resident satisfaction, and property condition. This role provides leadership to site staff, oversees maintenance and vendor operations, and ensures the community remains safe, well-maintained, and market ready.

The Community Manager drives strong net operating income through effective budgeting and cost control while maintaining strict adherence to State and Federal Fair Housing laws, Project-Based Section 8, and Tax Credit program requirements. This position fosters positive resident relationships to support retention in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Property Operations & Financial Performance

• Oversee all aspects of daily property operations
• Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets
• Achieve strong net operating income through cost control and financial oversight
• Monitor rental collections, posting, and invoice processing
• Complete and submit required company and regulatory reports accurately and timely

Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain strict adherence to State and Federal Fair Housing laws
• Ensure compliance with Project-Based Section 8 and Tax Credit program requirements
• Monitor and enforce resident lease obligations

Team Leadership & Oversight

• Provide direction and supervision to property maintenance and site staff
• Ensure compliance with company personnel policies and procedures
• Promote safe work practices and ensure the safety of the site and its occupants
• Communicate effectively with staff, residents, vendors, and corporate leadership

Property Condition & Vendor Management

• Ensure all physical aspects of the property are fully functional and properly maintained
• Conduct regular property inspections
• Ensure units are market ready and meet company standards
• Bid, negotiate, and manage vendor service contracts and special projects

Resident Experience

• Engage regularly with residents, proactively addressing concerns and fostering positive relationships
• Support resident retention initiatives and community satisfaction efforts

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Ability to lead and operate effectively in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding and experience with Project-Based Section 8 and Tax Credit programs
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Professional and effective communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to travel for training and occasional business meetings
• High School diploma or equivalent required; some college strongly preferred

Compensation & Benefits

The hourly range for this position is $18.50 - $22.50 hourly. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, certifications, geographic considerations (where applicable), and internal equity.

In addition to base pay, eligible team members may participate in performance-based incentives where applicable.

ALCO offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k) with company contribution; paid time off; and paid holidays.