On-Site Community Manager: Lead a Minneapolis Property

Bender Companies; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance (employer-paid)

Vision Insurance (employer-paid)

401K with company match

Paid Holidays

2 weeks of annual PTO

Personal time

Job summary

Bender Companies, a Midwest owner-operator specializing in value-add multifamily properties, seeks a Community Manager for a Minneapolis community. You will oversee leasing, maintenance, and resident services, while leading onsite staff and ensuring a profitable, well-run property.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in apartment management, strong communication, and an entrepreneurial mindset to drive continuous improvement and outstanding resident experiences.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of proven success in apartment property management.
• CPM designation or other relevant certifications (preferred).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with financial performance analysis, budgeting, and reporting.
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop on-site teams with professionalism and positivity.
• A passion for customer service and community-building.
• An entrepreneurial mindset and a continuous improvement approach to operations and resident satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily property operations to ensure excellence in resident satisfaction, property condition, and financial performance.
• Coordinating and directing all maintenance activities, including unit turns, building repairs, and tenant improvements.
• Ensuring apartment units are always “market-ready”, working closely with maintenance and leasing teams.
• Leading the leasing team to meet occupancy goals and implement resident retention strategies.
• Monitoring and managing operating budgets, analyzing expenses, and identifying opportunities for cost savings.
• Building strong relationships with residents; handling concerns or escalations with professionalism and care.
• Conducting regular physical inspections of the property and apartments to ensure high standards of cleanliness, safety, and maintenance.
• Managing vendor and contractor relationships; reviewing and approving invoices to ensure quality and cost control.
• Guiding your team through change, new initiatives, and ongoing process improvements.
• Proactively analyzing rental rates, market conditions, and competitive trends to optimize performance.
• Driving community engagement and resident satisfaction through events, feedback initiatives, and high-touch service.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Budgeting

Resident relations

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

CPM designation

Job description

Bender Companies, a Midwest owner-operator specializing in value-add multifamily properties, seeks a Community Manager for a Minneapolis community. You will oversee leasing, maintenance, and resident services, while leading onsite staff and ensuring a profitable, well-run property.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in apartment management, strong communication, and an entrepreneurial mindset to drive continuous improvement and outstanding resident experiences.