Community Manager Job at South Oxford Management in New London

Who We Are
South Oxford Management is a full-service property management company with locations in Texas, Georgia, Virginia, New Jersey, Florida, and Connecticut. We are dedicated to offering an exceptional experience to our residents and team members. Our owners bring years of expertise in the industry to South Oxford Management, assuring quality in every aspect of our business. From asset management to leasing, we are passionate about making positive experiences for people. Putting people first is our mission.
When you join South Oxford Management, you become part of a team, where you’re encouraged to learn, share ideas, and participate in team building and charitable activities.
How You Will Contribute
The Community Manager is the powerhouse that drives the community. They manage and coordinate people, activities, and available resources to provide a seamless community to residents, future residents, visitors, and team members. The Community Manager is responsible for all aspects of the community's operation and performance.
Things You Will Do
Leadership
• Hire, train and supervise all team members through a positive mentoring approach
• Conduct on-going training with team members and monitor’s progress
• Take ownership and lead by example
• Empower team members by setting high goals to challenge your team, while also holding yourself accountable for their success
• Conducts annual performance reviews
• Assist in the hiring process by vetting candidates to select viable candidates
• Provide comprehensive feedback to all team members, document and facilitate disciplinary procedures as necessary
• Work closely with Maintenance Supervisor to monitor and schedule make-readies and other maintenance activities like capital projects progress, and preventive maintenance programs
Financials
• Prepare and execute community budget
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports
• Ensure that rent is collected and posted in a timely manner and bank deposits are made immediately and reported to the home office
• Increase the value of the community and continuously look for ways to maximize NOI
• Maintain open communication with vendors and contractors concerning work scheduling, billing, vendor relations and certificates of insurance
• Submit invoices for payment promptly
• Suggest rental rate recommendations to Regional Manager
• Have a strong working knowledge of the market and comp set
• Report liability and community incidents to the required distribution group
Leasing
• Oversee the screening process and vetting of applicants for credit worthiness Assume responsibility for office and model apartments opening on schedule and in excellent condition
• Provide outstanding customer service to residents and future residents
• Take pride in the apartment community; visually inspect and address areas of concern, keep community clean and report service needs to maintenance team members
• Maintain an organized environment even during busy times
Customer Service
• Answer incoming phone calls and handle accordingly
• Build relationships with residents through courteous and timely response to needs and concerns
• Think safety first and ensure that unsafe conditions are corrected promptly
• Visually inspect/prepare entire property (office, models, compactor, vacant, curb appeal and amenity areas) daily for cleanliness. Inspect and touch up model and vacant units. Responsible for maintaining work area and office cleanliness.
• Know your market by being abreast of competition and surrounding area
• Communicate effectively with residents, future residents, visitors, vendors, and team members while presenting a positive, professional image
• Perform additional duties as assigned by district or regional manager

Things You Need
• High School diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Three or more years of experience in property management with at least one year as a Community Manager
• Willing to work flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
• A sharp, professional appearance
• Must be able to walk the property which includes climbing stairs
• Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, climb stairs, push, pull, reach, carry supplies
• Stand for extended periods of time
• May be required to lift to 25 pounds without assistance
• Skills:
o Dynamic team leadership and communication abilities
o Working Knowledge of Fair Housing Laws
o Working knowledge of Affordable Housing programs
o Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
o Able to multitask and meet deadlines in a timely manner
o Knowledge of Yardi or other industry software preferred

What We Will Provide You
South Oxford Management LLC provides a range of insurance options and benefits for our full-time team members. Including:
• Medical/Rx
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer Paid Life/AD&D
• Voluntary Life/AD&D
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident Plan
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• Critical Illness Plan
• Legal/ID Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement w/ Match + Immediate Vesting
• Paid Holidays and Time Off (3+ weeks)
• Rent Discount (30%)
• Tuition Reimbursement($2,000/year)
• Paid Parental Leave (4 weeks)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Rewards and Recognition

You’re exceptional. Let us make you feel it. Join our team.
South Oxford Management LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
South Oxford Management LLC is committed to providing a workplace that is free from the use, sale, possession, or distribution of illegal drugs and alcohol as well as free from the abusive use of legal drugs or alcohol. All job applicants are required to take and successfully complete a drug and/or alcohol test before they will be permitted to begin employment. Applicants that refuse to take a test or do not cooperate with the test representatives will not be permitted to begin employment. If a test yields a positive result for drugs or alcohol, the Company may withdraw the offer of employment to an applicant where permitted by state law.