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How much do community assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for community assistant in Springfield, MO is $16.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.99 and $17.93 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a community assistant do?

A Community Assistant typically helps manage and support a residential or community environment, such as a student housing complex or apartment community. Their responsibilities often include assisting residents, organizing events, communicating important information, addressing concerns, and sometimes helping with administrative tasks. Community Assistants act as a liaison between residents and management to ensure a positive living experience. They may also help enforce community policies and promote a friendly, inclusive atmosphere.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a community assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community Assistant, you need strong organizational abilities, interpersonal skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often with experience in customer service or student affairs. Familiarity with property management software, email platforms, and scheduling tools is typically expected. Outstanding communication, conflict resolution, and teamwork skills set top candidates apart. These skills are crucial for maintaining positive resident relations, resolving issues efficiently, and supporting a vibrant community environment.

What is the difference between Community Assistant vs Resident Advisor?

AspectCommunity AssistantResident Advisor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer college experienceHigh school diploma; college students often preferred
Work EnvironmentCommunity centers, apartment complexes, housing facilitiesCollege dormitories, student housing
Employer & IndustryProperty management companies, housing authoritiesUniversities, colleges, student housing
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both Community Assistants and Resident Advisors work in housing environments, providing support and assistance to residents. Community Assistants typically work in apartment complexes or community centers, focusing on general resident support, event coordination, and safety. Resident Advisors primarily serve college students in dormitories, offering peer support, enforcing residence policies, and fostering community. While their roles overlap in community engagement, the main difference lies in the setting and specific responsibilities.

What are some common challenges faced by community assistants, and how can they effectively address them?

Community Assistants often navigate challenges such as balancing the needs of diverse community members, handling conflict resolution, and maintaining clear communication. These challenges can be managed by developing strong interpersonal skills, staying organized, and proactively engaging with residents or community members. Regular training on conflict management and utilizing feedback from the community also help in creating a positive and inclusive environment.
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Infographic showing various Community Assistant job openings in Springfield, MO as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,928 per year, or $16.8 per hour.

Community Assistant - The 505 (Student Living)

Greystar

Springfield, MO

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Retirement

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Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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Job description

Community Assistant - The 505 (Student Living) Part time Springfield, Missouri
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ABOUT GREYSTAR

Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $300 billion of real estate in more than 265 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing over one million units/beds globally. Across its platforms, Greystar has nearly $79 billion of assets under management, including over $35 billion of development assets and over $36.5 billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit www.greystar.com.


JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

This role works with and supports the team of property management professionals in achieving occupancy and retention goals by performing administrative tasks related to leasing, marketing, and customer service at the community.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Performs administrative tasks for the leasing office including but not limited to: copying documents, filing resident files, preparing notices, handling resident calls, and organizing rent payments and other collateral materials.
Assists with sales and leasing activities to achieve the propertys revenue and occupancy goals by conducting virtual tours, responding to online inquiries, greeting and qualifying prospects, conducting property tours, and showing apartments.
Assists with the lease preparation process by generating all required lease paperwork and organizing resident lease files.
Assists with move in and move out process for residents; commits to working move-in and move-outs with the understanding that these events, along with turn, are mandatory work dates. Any time off during these dates will be considered an exception and must be requested and approved in writing by the Community Manager well in advance.
Answers incoming calls and sets appointments for prospects to tour the property.
Performs on-campus marketing outreach to generate Community awareness and qualified traffic.
Assists with coordinating resident functions, including parties, birthday cards, unit visits, and other programs to achieve resident satisfaction goals.
Schedules and conducts resident visits as directed and distributes notices such as flyers, newsletters, resident surveys, and late notices.
Acts as an after-hours liaison between residents and property management; responds to after-hours emergencies within a required period of time. At least one on-call shift per week is expected; however, the schedule is determined at the site level.
Responds quickly and courteously to resident concerns and questions and takes prompt action to solve problems and/or document and convey resident or other requests to the appropriate individual(s).

Physical Demands:
  • Incumbents need to be able to stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods of time and bend, stoop, climb ladders, reach, carry objects, and crawl in confined areas.
  • Incumbents must be able to work inside and outside in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, hail, wind, sleet).
  • Incumbents must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to twenty-five (25) pounds independently and fifty (50) pounds with assistance.
  • Rare or regular travel may be required to assist other properties as needed, attend training classes, business meetings, or other situations necessary for the accomplishment of some or all of the daily responsibilities of this position.
  • Incumbents must be able to work a flexible work schedule, which includes taking call during evenings, weekends and holidays.

Additional Compensation:

Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including business requirements, prior experience, current skills and geographical location.

  • Corporate Positions:Inaddition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participateina quarterly or annual bonus program based onindividual and company performance.

  • Onsite Property Positions:Inaddition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participatein weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs.

Benefits Offered for Part-time Team Members*:

  • 401(k) with Company Match (eligibility required)

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Paid sick time

*For Union and Prevailing Wage roles, compensation and benefits may vary from the listedinformation above due to Collective Bargaining Agreements and/or local governing authority.

Greystar will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Important Notice: Greystar will never request your banking details or other sensitive personal information during the interview process. Greystar does not conduct any interviews via text or messaging, and all communication will come from official Greystar email addresses (@greystar.com). If you receive suspicious requests, please report them immediately to AskHR@greystar.com.

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