Community Manager-Upper Ivy

Mill Creek Residential; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401k with employer matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Mill Creek Residential seeks a Community Manager to lead operations at the Culver City property, driving financial performance, leasing excellence, and superior guest service. The role oversees budgets, pricing, occupancy strategies, and associate development to achieve business goals.

You will manage a cross-functional team, ensure brand standards, and coordinate with maintenance and service managers to optimize property performance and customer experience.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of multi-family or related property management experience
• 2 years supervisory experience
• Commitment to, and passion for, providing outstanding customer service
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

Responsibilities

• Manage financial aspects of operations for the assigned community that contribute to the business goals
• Develop, implement, and monitor programs to maximize revenue, maintain expense control, and increase value
• Oversee pricing and occupancy strategies
• Assist in preparation of community budget
• Provide thorough and strategic monthly reforecast and operating reports
• Review and approve contracts within budget authority
• Partner with Service Manager to review capital improvements
• Address and complete all other duties as assigned
• Oversee sales, lease renewals, move-in and move-out process
• Maintain knowledge of community inventory, pricing and availability
• Foster understanding of competitive environment and adjust strategy
• Participate in Revenue Management calls when applicable
• Communicate budget variances and performance to leadership

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Leadership

Budgeting familiarity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree or related experience preferred

Job description

8809 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 21, 2026 at 5:00 AM

At Mill Creek Residential we are committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where our associates can grow and bring their whole selves to work. This starts with our recruiting and hiring process. We want you to know that we encourage you to apply if this job excites you, even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements. You may just be the right candidate for this role, or another role and make your mark at Mill Creek.

The Community Manager drives financial performance, operational and leasing excellence, and delivers outstanding customer service at one or more communities. Provides leadership and management for the community operations and maintenance teams. This position is responsible for setting performance standards and coaching, developing, and empowering associates towards achievement of desired business outcome.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Manage financial aspects of operations for the assigned community (or communities) that contribute to the business goals.
• Develop, implement, and monitor programs to maximize revenue, maintain expense control, and increase value
• Oversee pricing and occupancy strategies
• Assist in preparation of community budget
• Provide thorough and strategic monthly reforecast, monthly operating report, and executive summary of operations
• Review and approve, or submit for approval, all contracts within the limits defined by MCR budget authority levels
• Anticipate and communicate significant departures from the budget immediately and in accordance with the company policy and standards
• Partner with community Service Manager to review and recommend capital improvements and capital programs for expense reduction
• Address and complete all other duties as assigned

Sales and Marketing

• Oversee sales, lease renewals, move-in and move-out process
• Oversee administration and completion of the resident renewal program, move-in and move out process
• Maintain accurate and in-depth knowledge of community inventory, pricing and availability as well as general knowledge of competitors
• Foster a thorough understanding of the community’s competitive environment in a submarket and adjust operating strategy accordingly
• Participate in Revenue Management calls when applicable
• Address and complete all other duties as assigned

Operating Standards

• Ensure community (communities) maintain brand standards including property presentation, marketing, office and model appearance and associate appearance. Inspect what you expect.
• Review and analyze operations reports to track community performance and understand the impact of local economic conditions on community operations
• Ensure community is compliant with all applicable MCR and Partner (where applicable) procedures and all federal, state and local laws, specifically Fair Housing regulations at the community level
• Partnering with Service Manager, recommend capital improvements for community
• Manage contracts with 3rd party service providers
• Address and complete all other duties as assigned

Associate Management and Development

• Responsible for recruiting, hiring, associate scheduling, work assignments, training and performance evaluations
• Empower, engage and develop associates to achieve great performance and desired business outcomes.
• Establish goals and accountability for team. Provide feedback, coaching and support to drive achievement of established goals, reward success: hold one on one meetings with staff members
• Manage performance of subordinates. Conduct performance appraisals; provide development support (i.e. coaching, counseling and training); make decisions regarding hiring or termination of community associates
• Support associate development. Provide targeted training and growth opportunities
• Champion and enforce the Mill Creek Brand Promise, Service Standards and Manifesto
• Address and complete all other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED), Bachelor's degree or related experience preferred
• 3-5 years of multi-family or related property management experience or equivalent experience
• 2 years supervisory experience
• Commitment to, and passion for, providing outstanding customer service
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)

About the Benefits of joining the Mill Creek Team

• Competitive compensation
• Employer sponsored short and long term disability, Life and ADD insurance401k with employer matching
• Paid time off benefits: Vacation, Sick, Holidays

Mill Creek is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Family Property Management - Onsite: Multifamily

8809 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232, USA