Community Manager

OVERVIEW

Community Managers are responsible for the operation and profitability of the community. They serve as the point of the contact for residents and are on-call 24 hours. Community Managers handle everything from administrative duties, marketing, leasing and sales of new and pre-owned homes to property maintenance, budgeting, performance management, and resident relations.

JOB DUTIES

• Coordinates team member selection and development and ensures team members comply with appropriate policies and procedures.
• Adheres to Suns Timekeeping Policy by reviewing, verifying accuracy, approving and submitting direct report(s) time recorded.
• Partners with Team Relations on team member counseling and recommendation of termination when appropriate.
• Conducts team member performance reviews and recommends compensation adjustments.
• Markets models, pre-owned & brokered homes for sale; prepares documents to list and sell homes
• Manages the rent collection process including collecting, posting, and depositing income from leasing of rental sites and homes, as well as collecting on delinquent debts
• Handles delinquencies & approves eviction proceedings while adhering to Suns policies
• Monitors, codes, and approves all invoices for operating expenses & sales related costs
• Resolves complaints and responds to issues in a timely manner; offers solutions consistent with guidelines
• Manages LPPs, including repairs, leasing, sales, refurbishments, re-leasing, closing, and follow-up on service requests
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local agencies that regulate fair housing laws and community operations
• Reviews and approves/denies residency applications
• Initiates lease renewals and rent increase letters, ensuring timely distribution
• Consults with RVP to determine the best course of action in the event a situation does not have an established guideline
• Inspects and recommends purchase and renovation of used/repossessed homes
• Prepares sites for Sun Homes models; coordinates with maintenance to ensure vacant sites are prepared for move-ins
• Handles emergencies that arise onsite, ensuring adherence to standard procedures
• Ensures compliance of safety policies; completes incident reports in a timely manner
• Ensures that community appearance is maintained to Suns curb appeal standards
• Assists with preparation of budgets; provides accurate data to assist in CapEx and expansion needs
• Reports deficiencies that would adversely affect the operation of the community
• Reviews and compiles property accounting reports for the Accounting team
• All other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate, Hospitality, or Business (Preferred)
• 2 years property management experience, including 2 years of supervisory experience
• 6 months prior sales and leasing experience
• 6 months previous experience using NetSuite
• General knowledge of maintenance
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Solid negotiation skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles
• Valid driver's license
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state and local laws pertaining to fair housing and employment law
• Intermediate computer proficiency, including the ability to use the Microsoft Office Suite, email and internet
• Flexibility to respond to community needs during non-business hours
• Ability to live on-site within the community (housing provided)

REWARDING BENEFITS

At Sun Communities, you will be part of an industry-leading organization where you will be challenged, inspired, rewarded and transformed. We place a high priority on our team members, and this is a big part of what sets us apart. We will ask you to give us your very best every day, and will challenge you with interesting work, stretch assignments, a collaborative and supportive work environment and plenty of learning and growth. In exchange, we will reward you with great pay, advancement opportunities, paid time off, great benefits, and flexibility.

• Comprehensive Medical and Prescription coverage with multiple plan designs so you can choose the plan that best meets the needs of you and your family
• Comprehensive Dental Plan
• Vision Plan 
• Voluntary Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Sun matching contribution
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Identity Theft Insurance
• Legal Assistance Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement program providing financial support to team members who further their formal education
• Vacation RV Site Discounts for team members when visiting SunRV Resorts across the nation
• Team Member Perks & Discounts program with hundreds of discounts on things like travel, merchandise, mobile phone service, and more
• Paid Time Off including ten holidays, vacation, personal, sick time, bereavement and pay for jury duty