COMMUNITY MANAGER (Affordable Housing)
27 days ago
Elgin
Job Description Community Manager – Affordable Housing Location: 1212 Larkin & Wildwood Trace Apartments; Elgin, IL Schedule: Monday–Friday, plus weekends/holidays as needed Salary: $45K - $50K, commensurate with experience Benefits: Health, dental, vision, Simple IRA, PTO, life and supplemental insurance, short- and long- term disability, and more. Relocation assistance may be available. Full Circle Communities (Communications regarding this position may include the company name “Banner Property” and should be deemed legitimate.) Make a difference through housing that matters. Full Circle Communities – a mission-driven nonprofit affordable housing developer and manager – is seeking an experienced Community Manager to oversee two or more affordable housing communities in Elgin, IL. As a key member of our management team, you will rotate between properties in the region to ensure high-quality operations and resident satisfaction. In this role you will lead and support on-site property staff, manage property finances and budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, oversee maintenance, and foster strong, positive relationships with residents and community partners. Key Responsibilities: Team & Leadership • Assist in hiring, training, and supervising on-site property staff, • Provide feedback and contribute to performance reviews, • Enforce company policies and ensure a professional, respectful work environment Financial Oversight • Collect and post rent, handle deposits, and manage petty cash, • Approve invoices and assist with budget creation and variance reporting, • Recommend rent increases and manage evictions when necessary Regulatory Compliance Administrative & Leasing • Approve and reject applicants (subject to change), • Maintain accurate lease files and property records, • Monitor and improve leasing performance and occupancy rates, • Analyze market trends and coordinate advertising Maintenance Oversight • Ensure timely response to maintenance requests, • Conduct unit and site inspections, • Coordinate with vendors and contractors, • Respond to emergency situations promptly Resident Engagement • Serve as a key point of contact for resident concerns, • Support lease renewals and resident retention, • Oversee resident activities and community-building efforts Qualifications: Required: • High School diploma or GED, • At least 1 year of experience in multifamily property management, • Tax Credit Certification (or ability to obtain within 120 days of hire), • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel, • Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills, • Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation Preferred: • Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years managing staff and property operations, • Accredited Residential Manager (ARM) certification Physical Requirements: • Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally We’re more than a property management company—we’re a mission-driven organization that puts people first. Join a passionate team dedicated to housing equity and make a direct impact on the lives of residents across our communities. Full Circle Communities is an Equal Opportunity Employer.