Sr. Community Manager

Indiana Apartment Association; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

On the job training

Generous paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Great work environment

Advancement opportunities

Discounted apartment home

Job summary

Edward Rose & Sons in Carmel, IN is seeking a Senior Community Manager to lead operations at the Icon on Main Apartments. You will oversee daily activities, budgeting, maintenance, resident relations, and team leadership to deliver exceptional resident experiences.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and a focus on maximizing revenue and retention, with responsibility for compliance, reporting, and coordinating with HOA and vendors.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in multi-use property management.
• Experience using Yardi Voyager or related property management software.
• Previous experience in a management role is required.
• Exceptional customer service, organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• NALP and CAM certifications are beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and staffing for the community.
• Manage sales, service teams, applications, and lease renewals.
• Monitor occupancy rules, inspect vacancies, and document repairs.
• Work with leaders on budgeting and vendor contracts.
• Prepare weekly operational and financial reports.

Skills

Property management

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in business

Tools

Yardi Voyager

Job description

Start with a job, stay for a career.

For over 100 years, Edward Rose & Sons has been committed to career development for our team members. We offer you the opportunity to grow in an environment where you will feel valued, have room for advancement, and be rewarded for your good work.

We are currently looking for a Senior Community Manager to join our team in Carmel, IN for our Icon on Main Apartments!

The Senior Community Manager drives positive and exceptional resident experience. This role oversees daily operations, finances (budgets, fees, vendors), maintenance, resident relations (rules and communication), and team members, while ensuring regulatory compliance (such as fair housing) and enforcing associated rules to maintain a harmonious living environment. It requires strong leadership, communication, and management skills. The Senior Community Manager works collaboratively with the team to ensure successful operations and is responsible for fostering a safe and trusting environment among residents, team members, visitors, and vendors. The Senior Community Manager maintains a strong focus on maximizing community revenue, resident satisfaction, and retention.

What are the responsibilities of a Senior Community Manager?

Attract, Recruit, and Onboard

• Interview and hire qualified candidates.
• Maintain appropriate personnel levels, coordinate schedules, and delegate effectively to meet the demands of the community.
• Actively participate in the talent attraction and selection process, including interviewing, selecting, orienting, and training team members as needed.
• Partner with leaders to assess staffing needs and workforce planning.
• Ensure timely hiring to support operational demands and team coverage.
• Train team members in resident relations and apartment sales techniques.
• Inspire team members to consistently deliver high quality customer service to residents.
• Successfully acclimate new hires to company systems, processes, policies, and expectations.
• Communicate company mission, vision, values, and performance standards to new team members.

Perform

• Oversee sales and service teams.
• Process and evaluate applications and lease renewals.
• Investigate and enforce rules of occupancy; inspect vacant apartments and document needed repairs.
• Work with leaders to set and adhere to operational budgets.
• Evaluate contractor projects upon completion to ensure high quality and contract compliance (if applicable, based on location).
• Maintain complete records of income, expenses, signed leases, complaints, performance, etc.
• Consistently prepare and submit weekly reports on general operations, payroll, and the financial performance of the community.
• Accurately prepare and submit communications to the collections department.
• Participate in organizing and facilitating community events and other special projects as assigned.
• Assist the marketing team in managing and evaluating advertising initiatives as well as updating market surveys.
• Be on property as needed for all major incidents requiring recovery (e.g., flood, electrical outages, safety incidents).
• Consistently exhibit a positive disposition while interacting with residents, colleagues, and vendors.

Reward, Retain, and Transition

• Propose and implement innovative strategies to promote team member recognition and reward high performance.
• Develop and maintain systems for recognizing achievements and contributions across teams.
• Propose and implement innovative strategies to promote team member engagement, productivity, and retention.
• Meet with team members on a regular basis to discuss strengths and development opportunities.
• Work with individuals to develop goals and action plans to increase skillset.
• Foster a positive team culture that supports morale, collaboration, and accountability.
• Support ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Support internal mobility, promotions, and role transitions by preparing team members for new responsibilities.
• Assist in documenting knowledge transfer and maintaining operational continuity.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Maintain awareness of governance for the Homeowners Association (HOA) of the Icon community, including Covenants, Conditions, & Restrictions (CC&Rs), Bylaws, Articles of Incorporation, Rules & Regulations, meeting minutes, and financial statements.
• Act as a key contact for the HOA in response to ERS obligations to the condominium owners.
• Act as liaison for commercial spaces rented to retail organizations.
• Coordination for the outdoor public space.
• Overseeing the scheduling, set up of event related equipment, etc.
• Act as liaison for the commercially rented spaces with duties that may include cleaning, power, and internet.
• Act as liaison for utilities i.e. water, sewer, etc., cleaning and trash removal, security, and communications.

What are the role’s requirements?

• Previous experience in multi-use property management is preferred.
• Experience using Yardi Voyager or related property management software.
• Previous experience in a management role is required.
• Exceptional customer service, organizational and time-management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to execute job duties under stressful circumstances such as last-minute deadlines or other difficult situations.
• Acceptable driving record and a valid driver’s license (if applicable, based on location).
• Consistently demonstrate behaviors that align with the company’s Mission, Vision, and Values, and perform in accordance with the standards outlined in our Performance Pillars.
• An associate or bachelor’s degree in a business-related field is preferred.
• NALP and CAM certifications are beneficial but not required.

What's in it for you?

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) with company match
• On the job training and development
• Generous paid time off programs
• Competitive compensation plan with bonus opportunities
• Great work environment
• Opportunities for advancement
• Discounted apartment home

Grow a Career with Edward Rose & Sons!

Edward Rose & Sons is committed to career development for our team. We offer training and development through on the job, technical, sales, and leadership tracks and provide solid growth potential in all areas of our business.