Senior Community Manager

Sun Communities

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Rx coverage

Dental and Vision plans

On-site fitness center

401(k) with Sun matching

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Jury duty pay

Job summary

Sun Communities, Inc. is seeking a Senior Community Manager to oversee operations and profitability of the Austin community. The role serves as the resident contact, is on-call, and covers budgeting, leasing, home sales, maintenance, and HR tasks.

You will lead a team, ensure policy compliance, and drive marketing and leasing strategies within the community. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a bachelor’s degree preferred, 4 years in property management (2 in supervision) and 6

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required.
Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Hospitality or Business preferred.
4 years in property management, including 2 years supervisory experience required.
6 months in prior sales and leasing experience required.

Responsibilities

Market homes and coordinate listing and sales documents for community.
Resolve complaints promptly and maintain resident relations.
Oversee rent collection, delinquencies, and accounting for expenses.
Approve evictions per Sun policies and manage operating costs.
Coordinate team selection, training, and policy compliance.
Assist with marketing strategy development and leasing activity.
Oversee lease renewals, rent increases, and move-in processes.
Ensure compliance with fair housing and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree (Real Estate/ Hospitality/ Business)

Tools

Property management software

Accounting software

Job description

Career Opportunities: Senior Community Manager (137304)

Requisition ID137304-Posted09/21/2026-Sun Communities, Inc.-TX-Austin, Oak Crest-Regular-Full Time

Senior Community Managers are responsible for the operations & profitability of the community and serve as the day-to-day point of the contact for the residents. They are on-call 24 hours a day and are responsible for administrative activities, marketing, leasing and home sales, property maintenance, budgeting, human resource management and resident relations.

Job Duties

Markets models, pre-owned and brokered homes for sale in the community. Prepares documents to list and sell homes. (Essential)

Resolves complaints and responds to issues in a timely manner. (Essential)

Manages the rent collection process including collecting, posting and depositing income from leasing of rental sites and homes, as well as filing to collect on delinquent debts. (Essential)

Handles delinquencies and approves eviction proceedings while adhering to Sun's policies. (Essential)

Monitors, codes and approves invoices for operating expenses and sales related costs. (Essential)

Coordinates team member selection and development and ensures team members comply with appropriate policies and procedures.

Assists with developing and maintaining marketing strategies

Coordinates lease homes, including repairs, leasing activity, lease-to-purchase sales, refurbishments, re-leasing, closing, and follow-up

Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local agencies that regulate fair housing laws and community operations

Initiates lease renewals and rent increase letters, ensuring timely distribution

Inspects and recommends purchase and renovation of used/repossessed homes

Prepares sites for home models; coordinates with maintenance team to ensure vacant sites are prepared for home move-ins

Handles emergencies that may arise onsite, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures

Ensures compliance of safety policies; completes worker's compensation accident and incident reports in a timely manner

Ensures that community appearance is maintained to Sun's curb appeal standards

Assists with preparation of budgets; provides accurate data to assist in CapEx and expansion needs

Reports deficiencies that would adversely affect the operation of the community

Reviews and compiles property accounting reports for the Accounting Department

All other duties as assigned

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate, Hospitality, or Business (Preferred)

4 years in property management experience, including 2 years of supervisory experience (Required)

6 months in prior sales and leasing experience (Required)

General knowledge of maintenance

Demonstrated leadership abilities

Strong organizational skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Working knowledge of basic accounting principles

Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local laws pertaining to fair housing and employment law

Intermediate computer proficiency, including the ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite, email, and internet

Flexibility to respond to community needs during non-business hours

Ability to live on-site within the community (housing provided)

Must have a valid driver's license

BENEFITS

At Sun Communities, you will be part of an industry-leading organization where you will be challenged, inspired, rewarded and transformed. We place a high priority on our team members, and this is a big part of what sets us apart. We will ask you to give us your very best every day, and will challenge you with interesting work, stretch assignments, a collaborative and supportive work environment and plenty of learning and growth. In exchange, we will reward you with great pay, advancement opportunities, paid time off, great benefits, and flexibility.