Regional Manager, Affordable Housing & Communities

Elmington Living; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Monthly bonus

Health benefits start month 1

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

10 holidays

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Elmington Living in Knoxville seeks a Regional Manager to oversee a portfolio of affordable and market-rate communities. You will sharpen operations, drive financial performance, and build strong on-site teams while ensuring a best-in-class resident experience.

You’ll partner with Community Directors, conduct weekly site visits, review monthly financials, and own action plans across properties. Travel up to 80% is required, with a hands-on leadership style encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience leading multi-site properties or portfolios.
• Strong understanding of LIHTC, HUD, Section 8, and state programs.
• Willingness to travel ~80% to assigned communities.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly.

Responsibilities

• Track NOI, NRI, bad debt, management fees, and occupancy versus budget.
• Maintain a near-daily on-site presence across portfolio (4 days/week).
• Review monthly financials with Community Directors and act on variances.
• Own property-level action plans and portfolio-level strategy.
• Monitor AR/AP performance and communicate with Asset Management.
• Lead monthly site inspections to ensure standards and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Cash flow analysis

Field management

Tools

RealPage/OneSite

Yardi

Fortress

Job description

Elmington Living in Knoxville seeks a Regional Manager to oversee a portfolio of affordable and market-rate communities. You will sharpen operations, drive financial performance, and build strong on-site teams while ensuring a best-in-class resident experience.

You’ll partner with Community Directors, conduct weekly site visits, review monthly financials, and own action plans across properties. Travel up to 80% is required, with a hands-on leadership style encouraged.