Student Housing Property Manager

GMH Capital Partners LP; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Holidays & Sick Time

Job summary

GMH Communities seeks a General Manager to lead a student living community in West Lafayette, IN. You will drive resident satisfaction, oversee daily operations, budgeting, leasing, and on-site staff performance.

You will partner with marketing to create leasing strategies and maintain strong relations with university partners. The role requires a bachelor’s degree or 4 years in student/multi-family housing, 2–3 years in management, and proven financial and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 4 years’ experience in student/multi-family housing.
• 2–3 years’ experience in a management role with a proven track record.
• 1–2 years’ experience with marketing.
• Proven proficiency in property management operations.
• Strong financial, organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, management, and people skills.
• Tech-savvy and proficient with social media or other marketing software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive resident relations through outstanding service
• Supervise, guide, and lead the on-site team
• Direct and participate in the daily operations of the property
• Work with corporate marketing team to execute and create a marketing plan
• Assist with leasing duties as needed and approve all new leases
• Manage all on-site staff, including: hiring, motivating, training, and performance development
• Conduct weekly meetings, walkthroughs, and inspections
• Participate in resident retention and leasing events
• Maintain and monitor the systems and procedures for service requests and follow-ups
• Manage payroll and employee records
• Develop and Manage an annual budget
• Have a strong knowledge of the resident database, accounts receivable, and accounts payable
• Manage health, safety, and discipline procedures for students
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with vendors and contractors
• Ensure timely payments of invoices and delinquency policies are followed
• Maintain ongoing communication and foster positive relationships with university officials

Skills

Financial analysis

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Communication skills

People management

Marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4 years in student/multi-family housing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Property management software

Job description

GMH Communities seeks a General Manager to lead a student living community in West Lafayette, IN. You will drive resident satisfaction, oversee daily operations, budgeting, leasing, and on-site staff performance.

You will partner with marketing to create leasing strategies and maintain strong relations with university partners. The role requires a bachelor’s degree or 4 years in student/multi-family housing, 2–3 years in management, and proven financial and leadership skills.