Property Manager, Student Housing

Coastal Ridge Real Estate; Morgantown (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits programs

Job summary

A leading property management firm is seeking a Property Manager for student housing in Morgantown, KY. You will oversee community operations, enhance resident services, and manage financial performance. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and several years of property management experience, including leadership skills. This full-time role offers competitive benefits, contributing to a positive work environment and community engagement.

Qualifications

• 3 – 7 years of experience in student housing property management.
• At least one year as a Property Manager preferred.
• Must be willing to obtain necessary licenses and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Drive the financial success of the property.
• Lead all aspects of leasing production and marketing.
• Oversee timely rent collection and manage delinquencies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Property Management or Business

Tools

Entrata

Onesite

Yieldstar

Job description

Position: Property Manager, Student Housing

Location: 500 Koehler Dr

Morgantown, WV

Job Id: 6753

# of Openings: 1

What You’ll Do

As a Property Manager, you will lead the overall operations of your community, ensuring exceptional service delivery to residents and achieving the property’s financial and operational goals. You will foster a positive and collaborative work environment, provide guidance to your team, and champion our core principles to create a thriving community. This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Regional Manager.

Where You’ll Work

Welcome to West Run, your ideal off-campus student housing apartment community near West Virginia University. Our prime location offers convenience with a Mountain Line shuttle bus stop on-site and easy access to Suncrest Town Center, WVU Campus, the football stadium, and I-68. Choose from our variety of 2, 3, and 4-bedroom floor plans, each equipped with standard and premium options to suit any budget. Rest assured that we offer some of the lowest rates in Morgantown, ensuring affordability without compromising on quality. Our fully furnished apartments feature a bathroom for every bedroom, a premium cable package, free upgraded Wi‑Fi, a full-size washer and dryer, a breakfast bar with bar stools, and much more. For an even more luxurious experience, you can upgrade to premium flooring, cabinets, and furniture.

What You’ll Own

• Drive the financial success of the property by achieving monthly, quarterly, and annual goals, maximizing net operating income through effective revenue improvement strategies and cost management.
• Lead and participate in all aspects of leasing production, including administration, marketing, and maintaining competitive market knowledge to maximize rental income and ensure budgeted occupancy levels.
• Oversee and participate in all aspects of timely rent collection, manage delinquency rates, and adhere to landlord/resident laws, including executing necessary legal actions.
• Cultivate and support a high-performing team by training, mentoring, and holding team members accountable for their roles and responsibilities while fostering a positive and engaging work environment.
• Recruit, hire, and develop team members, addressing performance concerns and maintaining team alignment with company policies and goals.
• Deliver superior service to residents by monitoring service request completion, maintaining aesthetic standards, and proactively addressing resident concerns to enhance retention.
• Manage operational reporting requirements, ensuring accuracy and timely submission of all regular and ad‑hoc reports.
• Identify and communicate both operational and financial risks to corporate management and collaborate to effectively establish corrective action plans, as needed.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the corporate office and property and interact with investors as necessary.
• Promote and model adaptability, encouraging innovation and solutions-oriented thinking to meet the evolving needs of the community.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• High school degree or equivalent required, bachelor’s degree in Property Management, Business or related field preferred.
• Must have or be willing to obtain all licenses and/or certifications as required by State and Local jurisdictions.
• 3 – 7 years of progressive experience in a student housing property management role, with at least one year as a Property Manager preferred.
• Experience with property management systems such as Entrata, Onesite, or Yieldstar preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience creating formulas, sorting, and filtering data.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with a passion for driving team success.

Our Company

Built on the foundation of over 20 years of friendships, Coastal Ridge is a vertically integrated multifamily real estate operator, investor, and developer whose unique approach successfully combines data and experience. Supported by over 800 real estate professionals with deep sector expertise, we have quickly grown into a leader in the multifamily industry. Our values are based on relationships and driven by honesty, integrity, and trust.

What You’ll Get

As a Coastal Ridge Real Estate associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. We are committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our culture and the needs of our associates.

Coastal Ridge is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.