On-Site Community Manager & Property Operations Lead

Bender Companies; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Personal time

Job summary

Bender Companies is seeking an experienced Community Manager to lead day-to-day operations for a Glendale Heights property. You’ll drive leasing, maintenance, and resident services with an on-site leadership role and ownership mindset.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in property management, strong communication, and budgeting skills, plus CPM certification is a plus. This full-time role offers a competitive base pay and bonus potential with a team-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent college-level coursework is preferred.
• CPM designation or other relevant certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily property operations to ensure resident satisfaction, property condition, and financial performance.
• Coordinate and direct all maintenance activities, including unit turns and tenant improvements.
• Lead the leasing team to meet occupancy goals and implement retention strategies.
• Manage operating budgets, analyze expenses, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Build relationships with residents and handle escalations professionally.
• Inspect the property and apartments to maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Budgeting

Customer service

Community-building

Team coaching

Calm under pressure

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

CPM designation (preferred)

Job description

Bender Companies is seeking an experienced Community Manager to lead day-to-day operations for a Glendale Heights property. You’ll drive leasing, maintenance, and resident services with an on-site leadership role and ownership mindset.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in property management, strong communication, and budgeting skills, plus CPM certification is a plus. This full-time role offers a competitive base pay and bonus potential with a team-focused culture.