Senior Property Manager

Love Communities; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package (medical, dental

Vision) for all full-time employees

Generous paid time off and holiday

401(k) retirement savings plan for all

Growth and advancement opportunities

Associate rental discount if you live/

Job summary

Love Communities is seeking a Property Manager in Wilmington, DE to lead day-to-day operations, develop the team, and drive property performance, leasing, and resident satisfaction.

Starting salary $80,000+ with housing discount and bonus program, full benefits, and opportunities for growth. You will ensure compliance, safety, and a high‑performing culture.

This role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Property Management, or a related field preferred.
• Property management experience required.
• Supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Experience with Entrata property management software preferred.
• Strong financial, operational, and organizational skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision‑making skills.
• Knowledge of Fair Housing laws and applicable landlord‑tenant regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, develop, and motivate leasing and maintenance team members
• Recruit, onboard, train, and retain top-performing associates
• Conduct regular team meetings, one-on-one coaching, and performance discussions
• Establish clear expectations and hold team members accountable for results
• Drive leasing performance through effective coaching, marketing, and lead management
• Ensure prospects receive prompt responses, exceptional tours, and a consistent leasing experience
• Oversee resident relations by resolving concerns professionally and creating positive community experiences
• Support resident retention through proactive communication and engagement initiatives
• Oversee maintenance operations, work order completion, preventive maintenance, and apartment turns
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure curb appeal, cleanliness, safety, and property standards are maintained
• Manage vendor relationships and oversee contracted work for quality and timeliness
• Monitor budgets, approve invoices, control expenses, and maximize property financial performance
• Analyze occupancy, leasing, delinquency, renewal, and operational performance metrics
• Prepare accurate weekly and monthly operational and financial reports for leadership
• Identify operational challenges early and implement corrective action plans
• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing, landlord-tenant laws, OSHA requirements, and company policies
• Protect confidential resident, employee, and company information
• Partner with regional leadership to execute company initiatives and operational strategies

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Real Estate/Property Management

Tools

Entrata

Job description

As a Property Manager, you’ll lead the day-to-day operations of your community while building a culture where residents love where they live and associates love where they work. You’ll drive property performance by developing your team, delivering exceptional resident experiences, maintaining operational excellence, and achieving financial and leasing goals.

Starting Salary: $80,000+ with 50% housing discount and bonus program.

What Success Looks Like

• Achieve occupancy, revenue, delinquency, and expense goals
• Lead a high-performing team that delivers exceptional resident service
• Maintain excellent resident satisfaction and online reputation
• Ensure timely leasing, maintenance, and unit turn performance
• Operate a safe, attractive, and well-maintained community
• Maintain full compliance with Fair Housing, OSHA, and company policies
• Develop associates through coaching, accountability, and continuous feedback

What You’ll Do

• Lead, coach, develop, and motivate leasing and maintenance team members
• Recruit, onboard, train, and retain top-performing associates
• Conduct regular team meetings, one-on-one coaching, and performance discussions
• Establish clear expectations and hold team members accountable for results
• Drive leasing performance through effective coaching, marketing, and lead management
• Ensure prospects receive prompt responses, exceptional tours, and a consistent leasing experience
• Oversee resident relations by resolving concerns professionally and creating positive community experiences
• Support resident retention through proactive communication and engagement initiatives
• Oversee maintenance operations, work order completion, preventive maintenance, and apartment turns
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure curb appeal, cleanliness, safety, and property standards are maintainedManage vendor relationships and oversee contracted work for quality and timeliness
• Monitor budgets, approve invoices, control expenses, and maximize property financial performance
• Analyze occupancy, leasing, delinquency, renewal, and operational performance metrics
• Prepare accurate weekly and monthly operational and financial reports for leadership
• Identify operational challenges early and implement corrective action plans
• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing, landlord-tenant laws, OSHA requirements, and company policies
• Protect confidential resident, employee, and company information
• Partner with regional leadership to execute company initiatives and operational strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Property Management, or a related field preferred
• Property management experience required
• Supervisory or team leadership experience preferred
• Experience with Entrata property management software preferred
• Strong financial, operational, and organizational skills
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities
• Strong problem-solving and decision‑making skills
• Knowledge of Fair Housing laws and applicable landlord‑tenant regulations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

To Show the Love

Love Communities cares about the well‑being and work‑life balance of our valued associates.

• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision) for all full‑time employees
• Generous paid time off and holiday package for full‑time employees
• 401(k) retirement savings plan for full‑time employees
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Associate rental discount if you choose to live on‑site

Love Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable fair employment practices laws.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications for the position. Specific duties and requirements may vary based on the needs of the company and location. Compensation is based on geographic location and individual pay decisions will vary based on demonstrated job‑related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, and other job‑related factors. This job description is not a contract of employment and does not create any contractual rights or guarantees of continued employment. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice, consistent with the at‑will nature of employment.