Community Manager- Hoffman Estates

What We are Looking For:

We’reseeking an experiencedCommunity Managerto take ownership of the day-to-day operations at one of our apartment communitieslocatedinHoffman Estates. This role isidealfor someone who combines a passion forprioritizingresident experiences with operational excellence and a business-owner mindset.

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader, problem-solver, and communicatorwho'scomfortable wearing many hats and energized by the challenge of making a property run smoothly, profitably, and witha strong senseof community.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay:

• $80,000/-$92,000/yr (base)
• Monthly bonus opportunity
• Leasing and renewal commissions

Schedule:

• 9 AM-5:30 PM(howeverhours may vary)

• Monday to Friday

• Weekends as needed

Here are some things that will make you successful:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent college-level coursework(preferred)

• At least2 years of proven success in apartment property management

• CPM (Certified Property Manager)designation or other relevant certifications (preferred)

• Strongverbal and written communication skills

• Solid experience withfinancial performance analysis, budgeting, and reporting

• Theability to lead, coach, and developon-site teamswith professionalism and positivity

• A passion forcustomer service and community-building

• A proactive andproblem-solving mindsetin a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• The ability to remain calm, confident, and focused under pressure

• An entrepreneurial mindset and a continuous improvement approach to operations and resident satisfaction

What you will be doing:

As aCommunity Manager,you’llbe the strategic and operational leader of your property, responsible for ensuring that leasing, maintenance, and resident service functions work together seamlessly.You’llalso be the face of the community, creating a positive and professional atmosphere where residents feel welcome, heard, and valued.

This is both a leadership and hands-on operational role, requiring a balance ofpeopleskills, problem-solving ability, and business acumen.

Core responsibilities include:

• Overseeing daily property operations to ensure excellence in resident satisfaction, property condition, and financial performance

• Coordinating and directing all maintenance activities, including unit turns, building repairs, and tenant improvements

• Ensuring apartment units arealways “market-ready”,working closely with maintenance and leasing teams

• Leading the leasing team to meet occupancy goals and implement resident retention strategies

• Monitoring and managingoperatingbudgets, analyzing expenses, andidentifyingopportunities for cost savings

• Building strong relationships with residents;handling concerns or escalations with professionalism and care

• Conducting regular physical inspections of the property and apartments to ensurehigh standardsof cleanliness, safety, and maintenance

• Managing vendor and contractor relationships; reviewing and approving invoices to ensure quality and cost control

• Guiding your team through change, new initiatives, and ongoing process improvements

• Proactively analyzing rental rates, market conditions, and competitive trends tooptimizeperformance

• Driving community engagement and resident satisfaction through events, feedback initiatives, and high-touch service

Where you will work:

This position will require you to work on-site at the property in Hoffman Estates.

Why work for Bender Companies:

• 90% employer-paid coverage of base Medical Insurance plan

• 75% employer-paid coverage of base Dental Insurance plan

• 75% employer-paid coverage of Vision Insurance plan

• 401K with company match

• 11 Paid Holidays

• 2 weeks of annual PTO

• 16 hours of personal time

• Exciting company growth and potential for career advancement

• Supportive Team

• Mission focused on providing quality workforce housing

Background checks will be performed on all qualified applicants.

Equal opportunity