Traveling Operations Specialist

Yugo; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision

401k + 4% employer matching

Three weeks PTO

Paid Wellness Time

11 paid Holidays

Paid wellness time

1 Paid YuDay

STD/LTD and Life insurance

Job summary

Yugo USA is seeking a Traveling Operations Specialist to oversee student housing communities across the country. This full-time remote role requires extensive travel (80-90%) and a schedule with long on-call periods. Base salary is $75,000 plus bonus eligibility, with reporting to Learning and Development Manager.

You will lead on-site teams, drive leasing and resident initiatives, and manage budgets. Strong leadership and financial skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, hospitality, real estate or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of property management experience in residential housing.
• Ability and willingness to travel 80-90% nationwide.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Serve as interim operational leader at student housing communities nationwide.
• Assess operations, team performance, and business needs to implement solutions.
• Partner with regional managers and property teams to execute objectives.
• Ensure communities meet Yugo standards for resident experience and maintenance.
• Lead leasing, marketing, and resident experience initiatives to maximize occupancy and revenue.
• Oversee annual operating budgets, financial performance, and cash management.
• Ensure asset protection through preventative maintenance and safety/compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Budgeting/Forecasting

Financial analysis

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality, Real Estate, or related field

Tools

RealPage

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Company: Yugo USA
Job title: Traveling Operations Specialist - Student Housing Property Management
Job Type: Full-Time, Remote with Extensive travel (80-90%)
Schedule: Typically, 11 Days On / 4 Days Off
Reports to: Learning and Development Manager
Base salary: $75,000 + Bonus Eligibility

What You'll Do

Lead Community Operations

• Serve as the interim operational leader at student housing communities nationwide.
• Quickly assess property operations, team performance, and business needs to implement solutions.
• Partner closely with Regional Managers and property teams to execute business objectives and operational strategies.
• Ensure communities consistently meet Yugo standards for resident experience, asset maintenance, and operational excellence.

Develop and Coach Teams

• Build, mentor, and develop high-performing onsite teams.
• Support onboarding, training, and performance development of property staff.
• Provide leadership during transitions and periods of organizational change.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountability-driven culture.

Drive Leasing, Marketing & Resident Experience

• Execute effective leasing and marketing strategies to maximize occupancy and revenue.
• Train teams on Yugo leasing and marketing best practices.
• Monitor resident satisfaction and support successful residence life programming.
• Build strong relationships with residents, guarantors, clients, and internal stakeholders.
• Develop and oversee annual operating budgets and property business plans.
• Analyze financial performance, prepare variance reports, and implement revenue-enhancement strategies.
• Oversee rent collections, account reconciliations, and accounts payable processes.
• Support cash management initiatives that drive NOI and asset value.

Protect and Enhance Assets

• Ensure communities are maintained to Yugo's operational and brand standards.
• Oversee preventative maintenance programs, safety inspections, and compliance requirements.
• Lead annual turn planning and execution.
• Collaborate with clients and corporate teams on capital improvement projects.

Support Operational Excellence

• Serve as a trainer and operational resource to ensure consistency across the portfolio.
• Reinforce Yugo policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Meet critical deadlines and support teams in achieving operational goals.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality, Real Estate, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of property management experience in residential rental housing.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively (80-90%) nationwide.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently, including extended assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Student housing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience leading teams through operational transitions, new acquisitions, or management changes.
• Experience with RealPage or comparable property management software.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development abilities.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional organizational and project management capabilities.
• Financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Demonstrated success driving occupancy, leasing performance, and resident satisfaction.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently while adapting quickly to new environments and challenges.

As part of the Yugo team, you are eligible for a competitive salary, bonus eligibility, comprehensive benefits and more! Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

• Generous benefits package! Including health, dental and vision
• 401k + 4% employer matching
• Three weeks of PTO
• Paid Wellness Time
• 11 paid Holidays
• Minimum one-week paid wellness time
• 1 Paid YuDay
• Company paid STD, LTD and Life insurance

Why Join Yugo?

At Yugo, every team member plays a role in creating exceptional living experiences for students around the world. As a Traveling Operations Specialist, you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact across multiple communities, help develop future leaders, and contribute to the success of a growing, student-focused organization.