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Woda Cooper Companies

Assistant Community Manager

Chester, VA · On-site

$17.50 - $21.25/hr

Create and maintain a customer centered service culture by demonstrating proactive hospitality with prospects, residents, family members and fellow community associates. * Assist in the hiring ...

Benchmark Electronics, Inc.

Housekeeper: FT

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$17.50 - $18.75/hr

As a Benchmark housekeeper, your main role will be to maintain a community that is safe and clean for residents, associates, and visitors. You will be responsible for laundering towels, bed linens ...

Benchmark Senior Living

Medication Aide: FT

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

High School education preferred As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: * 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays

Benchmark Senior Living

Medication Aide: PT

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$17 - $21.25/hr

High School education preferred As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following: * 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays

TM ASSOCIATES MANAGEMENT INC

Community Manager

Sterling, VA · On-site

$26 - $30/hr

TM Associates is a family owned business united by its mission and defined by its values. We take ... The Community Manager will receive general supervision and direction from their Regional Manager ...

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Bell Partners, Inc.

Community Manager

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$92K - $118K/yr

We rise above industry standards when every associate embraces their unique role and seizes the opportunity to make an impact. As a Community Manager with Bell, you will lead and direct all community ...

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How much do community associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for community associate in Virginia is $19.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.44 and $22.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a community associate?

A community associate works to fulfill many networking, PR, and community engagement duties on behalf of a brand or organization. As a community associate, your job consists of managing projects, developing effective outreach campaigns to increase awareness of a brand, service, or product, and tracking member engagement. You may also help create engaging content and products. Qualifications for this career typically include a combination of a high school diploma and experience or an undergraduate degree. Strong leadership and communication skills and the ability to work in a team are essential for this role.

What is the difference between Community Associate vs Community Manager?

AspectCommunity AssociateCommunity Manager
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may prefer associate degreeBachelor's degree often preferred; experience in community engagement
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, supporting community activities, events, and communicationOversees community programs, manages teams, and develops strategies
Employer & Industry UsageNonprofits, residential complexes, tech companies, coworking spacesCorporations, nonprofits, online platforms, real estate
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level roles in community engagementLooking for leadership or strategic roles in community management

The main difference between a Community Associate and a Community Manager lies in their responsibilities and experience level. Community Associates typically support community activities and require less experience, while Community Managers oversee strategic initiatives and team management. Both roles are vital in fostering community engagement across various industries.

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

To thrive as a Community Associate, you generally need strong organizational abilities, customer service experience, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with CRM software, office productivity tools, and facility management systems is often required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, adaptability, and proactive communication help you excel in supporting community members and resolving issues. These competencies are crucial for fostering a positive environment, ensuring smooth operations, and delivering excellent service to clients and members.

How does a community associate typically collaborate with other departments to support member engagement?

Community Associates often serve as the bridge between members and various internal teams such as facilities, sales, and events. They may coordinate with the facilities team to resolve member issues, work with the sales department to help onboard new clients, and assist the events team in planning or executing community activities. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to multitask, as you'll be juggling multiple requests while ensuring a positive experience for members. Regular collaboration with diverse teams is key to fostering a vibrant and supportive community environment.
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Infographic showing various Community Associate job openings in Virginia 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 $41,587 per year, or $20 per hour.

Assistant Community Manager

Woda Cooper Companies

Chester, VA • On-site

$17.50 - $21.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

Woda Cooper Companies rating

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Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 201 rated real estate companies

Job description

Assistant Community Manager
Lambert Landing I & II - Chester, VA
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Supervise and motivate all staff personnel to achieve the operational goals of management and ownership.
  • Interact positively at all times with residents and the public to enhance the community image and ensure superior resident retention.
  • Lease apartments: this includes taking telephone inquiries, greeting prospects, showing apartments, taking applications and deposits, verifying income and credit information, following up with all prospects, and ensuring that leases are renewed on a timely basis.
  • Maintain the community in an attractive manner at all times.
  • Timely collection of rents and all monies on site, daily deposits and record keeping.
  • Proper screening and scoring of rental applicants, control of delinquency and prompt processing of bad debt files to collections.
  • Create and maintain a customer centered service culture by demonstrating proactive hospitality with prospects, residents, family members and fellow community associates.
  • Assist in the hiring, development, discipline, and employment termination of all site personnel. Supervise and motivate all staff personnel to achieve the operational goals of management and ownership. Set goals and evaluate performance.
  • Administration of the community's operating budget, including the control of monthly expenses using a budget control log, where applicable.
  • Assemble complete and detailed credit and income information, along with necessary verification documents for prospective residents' approval and re-certification, and forward to the Compliance Manager for approval.
  • Maintain and ensure each resident file is in compliance with all SHFA commitments and any other governmental commitments. Ensure each resident file complies with any and all lender and investor commitments.
  • Track scheduled unit inspections via unit inspection log and make sure preventative maintenance is completed.
  • Sign-off on vacant units as market-ready and provide correction lists as needed to set standard.
  • Oversee the process of collecting and posting all rents, tracking collections, pursuing delinquent accounts, issuing notices to residents, and attend eviction proceedings in court as needed.
  • Inspect (walk) the property daily, and schedule capital improvements and repairs. This includes collecting three bids based on common specs and forwarding them to the Regional Manager for approval.
  • Ensure that all financial reporting, records and paperwork are performed correctly and in a timely manner.
  • Review capital maintenance recommendations, and forward to the Regional Manager for approval.
  • Maintain a constant awareness of neighborhood market conditions.
  • Ensure all residents conduct themselves per the terms of the lease and rules/regulations.
  • Develop and implement positive resident relations programs for the property.
  • Participate in company-sponsored continuing education and training seminars.
  • Timely reporting of any worker's compensation work-related injuries to Human Resources.
  • Timely reporting of any property loss or liability-related issues for both staff members and residents.
  • Read and be familiar with policies and procedures.
  • Train all staff as needed.
  • Respond to e-mail promptly.
  • Learn and maintain Yardi Voyager.
  • Effectively communicate with residents, associates and vendors.
  • Any other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS
We offer competitive wages and annual bonus opportunities. Benefits include:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
  • 401k with Company Match
  • 100% Employee-Owned Company with the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Cell Phone Discount
  • 12 Days Paid Time Off
  • 8 Paid Holidays & 2 Floating Holidays!
  • Fitness Reimbursement

WHO WE ARE
Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. is a rapidly growing development, construction, and property management organization dedicated to the creation of quality affordable housing to benefit those who need it most. We are an employee-owned, passion-driven group that changes each community of which we are a part. We manage over 14,000 housing units in 16 states, proudly serving seniors, veterans, and other economically challenged groups. We seek ambitious, talented individuals who want to grow with a rapidly expanding company whose success is not only measured in dollars and cents, but in lives changed. With a development portfolio of $1.5 billion, Woda Cooper consistently ranks among the top affordable housing developers and owners in the country by Affordable Housing Finance.
Employment is contingent on education verification, references, background check, and drug screening.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Outgoing, friendly attitude and ability to make others feel welcome and comfortable.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with good sales and customer service skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Detail-oriented and organized.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team of associates.
  • Understanding of laws, guidelines, and best practices of property management.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Experience working in affordable housing programs including one or more of the following: LIHTC, USDA Rural Development, Section 8, HOME a plus.
  • Experience with Yardi Voyager a plus.
  • Travel to Community and/or Community locations and surrounding markets required.
  • Familiarity with Fair Housing laws preferred.
  • Experience with RD 515 preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and insurance.
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and standing and walking, giving tours, and meeting with potential tenants.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.
  • Must be able to traverse a variety of properties with stairs and in a variety of weather.

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Woda Cooper Companies, Inc. is a rapidly growing development, construction, and property management organization dedicated to the creation of quality affordable housing to benefit those who need it most. We are an employee-owned, passion-driven group that changes each community of which we are a part. We manage over 14,000 housing units in 15 states, proudly serving seniors, veterans, and other economically challenged groups. We seek ambitious, talented individuals who want to grow with a rapidly expanding company whose success is not only measured in dollars and cents, but in lives changed. With a development portfolio of $1.5 billion, Woda Cooper consistently ranks among the top affordable housing developers and owners in the country by Affordable Housing Finance.

Industry

Construction of buildings

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Columbus, OH, US

Year founded

1990

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