Regional Community Manager — Multifamily Housing

Communities First, Inc.; Flint (MI); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Communities First, Inc. seeks a Regional Community Manager to lead and support a portfolio of LIHTC and market-rate properties across Flint, MI and nearby markets.

You will supervise Community Managers, oversee leasing, compliance, and resident relations, and drive operational excellence through coaching and formal training. The role requires strong leadership, extensive multitasking across sites, and a commitment to Fair Housing and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, real estate, management, public administration, or related field preferred.
• Five or more years of experience in multifamily property management, including LIHTC exposure.
• Experience supervising Community Managers or leading multiple properties.
• Strong communication, coaching, and team leadership skills.
• Ability to travel regularly between sites.
• Proficiency in property management software and reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support Community Managers and leasing staff across properties.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess leasing performance, certification accuracy, resident relations, and office operations.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and corrective guidance to Community Managers.
• Ensure consistent application of policies, procedures, and operational standards across properties.
• Support onboarding and ongoing training ofCommunity Managers within the region.
• Monitor leasing activity, occupancy trends, and unit availability for all properties.
• Support Marketing strategies, lead follow-up, and sales coaching for Community Managers.
• Ensure timely processing of applications, move-ins/move-outs/transfers, and move-in readiness coordination.
• Review waitlist management, screening outcomes, and leasing documentation for accuracy.
• Oversee LIHTC, Section 8, supportive housing, and Fair Housing compliance at each site.
• Review certifications and recertifications for accuracy and timeliness.
• Assist with audits, inspections, and file reviews.
• Quality assurance checks on tenant files and compliance documentation.
• Provide guidance and training on regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Travel regularly

Property management software

Reporting systems

LIHTC exposure

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Property management software

Reporting systems

Job description

Communities First, Inc. seeks a Regional Community Manager to lead and support a portfolio of LIHTC and market-rate properties across Flint, MI and nearby markets.

You will supervise Community Managers, oversee leasing, compliance, and resident relations, and drive operational excellence through coaching and formal training. The role requires strong leadership, extensive multitasking across sites, and a commitment to Fair Housing and regulatory standards.