Property Manager

Newbury Living; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Newbury Living is seeking a Property Manager to lead a 108-unit market-rate community in Des Moines, IA. You will own leasing strategy, maximize NOI, and build a high-performing team that delivers results.

Lead occupancy, pricing, and resident experience while managing budgeted expenses and creating a strong, professional community. Training is provided for those with the right leadership mindset and a desire to grow in property management.

Qualifications

• No prior property management experience required — we'll train the right person.
• Track record of hitting goals in any past role.
• Natural leader — someone others already turn to.
• Comfortable with numbers; willing to learn budgets and reporting.
• Tech-savvy and able to learn new software quickly.
• Self-starter with a “whatever it takes” mentality.

Responsibilities

• Drive occupancy and pricing strategy to outperform market targets.
• Track traffic, conversion, and leasing metrics; take action to improve results.
• Lead from the front: coach, close, and elevate leasing performance.

Skills

Leadership

Goal oriented

Numbers proficiency

Technology savvy

Self-starter

Team coaching

Job description

Position Overview

Newbury Living is seeking a driven, results-oriented Property Manager to lead a 108-unit market-rate community. This role is built for a leader who knows how to

Job Details

Description

Position Overview

Newbury Living is seeking a driven, results-oriented Property Manager to lead a 108-unit market-rate community. This role is built for a leader who knows how to drive occupancy, push revenue, and create a standout resident experience.

You’ll take full ownership of the asset—leading leasing strategy, maximizing NOI, and building a high-performing team that consistently delivers results.

What You’ll Own

Leasing & Revenue Growth

• Drive occupancy and pricing strategy to consistently outperform market targets
• Track traffic, conversion, and leasing metrics—then take action to improve results
• Lead from the front: coach, close, and elevate leasing performance

Operations & Team Leadership

• Build and lead a motivated, accountable team focused on performance
• Set the tone for professionalism, urgency, and customer experience
• Maintain a community that looks and operates at a high level every day

Financial Performance

• Own the budget, control expenses, and push revenue growth
• Monitor delinquency and take proactive steps to protect income
• Make strategic decisions that directly impact NOI

Resident Experience & Retention

• Deliver fast, effective resolutions to resident concerns
• Create a community residents choose to stay in
• Drive renewals and minimize turnover

Maintenance & Asset Quality

• Partner with maintenance to ensure fast turns and strong unit presentation
• Keep the property clean, safe, and competitive in the market

What We’re Looking For

• No prior property management experience required — we'll train the right person
• Track record of hitting goals in any past role (sports, school, retail, service industry all count)
• Natural leader — someone others already turn to, even informally
• Comfortable with numbers; willing to learn budgets and reporting
• Tech-comfortable and able to learn new software quickly
• Self-starter with a "whatever it takes" mentality — shows up, solves problems, doesn't wait to be told