Impactful Community Manager: Leasing Leader & Team Coach

Hawthorne Residential Partners; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Dental Insurance

401k Retirement Match Program

Paid time off including your birthday

Paid sick time off

Pet Insurance Plans

Telehealth – Access to Doctors 24/7/3

Company Paid Life Insurance

Retirement Planning

Job summary

Hawthorne Residential Partners is seeking a Community Manager to lead our award-winning apartment communities. You will coach the team, ensure occupancy goals, manage vendor partnerships, and drive resident satisfaction while upholding Live It culture.

This role reports to the leadership team, requires 2+ years in property management, and a strong focus on financials, leasing, and operations. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative, growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of property management experience; this should include Leasing Consultant and Assistant Community Manager experience.
• Six months of community manager experience in multi-family, Highly Preferred
• Industry Software Experience: YARDI, Knock, and Microsoft, Highly Preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage budgets, rent collection, and community financial reporting
• Oversee move-outs, deposit accounting, and delinquency tracking
• Maintain accurate records using platforms like Yardi and Knock
• Ensure compliance with company policies and legal standards
• Drive leasing, renewals, and pricing strategies to meet occupancy goals
• Oversee vendor services and ensure quality, safety, and timeliness
• Hire, train, and coach team members to meet performance goals
• Plan and host resident events to boost satisfaction
• Respond to resident concerns with professionalism and care
• Meet occupancy goals through strong leasing performance and retention

Skills

Property management experience

Leasing knowledge

Team leadership

Education

High School or GED

Tools

YARDI

Knock

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hawthorne Residential Partners is seeking a Community Manager to lead our award-winning apartment communities. You will coach the team, ensure occupancy goals, manage vendor partnerships, and drive resident satisfaction while upholding Live It culture.

This role reports to the leadership team, requires 2+ years in property management, and a strong focus on financials, leasing, and operations. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative, growth-focused environment.