Community Manager
Seattle , WA
Community Manager
Responsibilities
Enjoy your road to success! Essex Property Trust has an awesome company culture and is committed to the growth and advancement of its associates.
Some of the benefits Essex offers:
• Full medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401K Matching
• Housing Discount
• Wellness program with rewards and gym membership discounts
• Employee Assistant Programs
Responsibilities
• Oversee the day-to-day financial, sales, marketing, maintenance, and administrative operations of the community
• Effectively manage personnel throughout their employment lifecycle, i.e., selection through separation. This includes candidate selection, career planning and development, accountability and performance management, and recognition
• Manage expenses closely and within budget, communicate any overages in advance, actively pursue expense savings.
• Maintain the highest level of customer service for prospects, residents, vendors, and corporate departments
• Manages financial performance and remains current on market conditions
• Pursue revenue via additional opportunities through other income audits; actively participate in rate setting for new leases and renewals ensuring we are maximizing rental income.
• Compliant with company standards as defined in the Human Resources Policy Manual, Operations Playbook and applicable laws, e.g., Fair Housing, Landlord Tenant, Local Building Codes, OSHA, and EEOC.
Minimum Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, some college preferred
• Property management certification strongly preferred
• Two to five years property management experience preferred or related management experience
• Proven ability to supervise staff of two or more associates
• Solid sales, marketing and customer service experience
• Knowledge of budgets and financial statements and ability to work within budgeted guidelines
• Proven organizational and time management skills
• Valid driver license and automobile insurance
• Ability to read and write English; speak English and understand spoken English
• Proficient understanding of the Microsoft suite, property management software preferred