Property Manager - Student Housing Community
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Salary: $80,000 - $100,000
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Property Manager to oversee the operations of a large student housing community consisting of approximately 600 units near a major college campus.
The Property Manager will be responsible for the overall performance of the property, including operations, leasing, financial management, resident satisfaction, team leadership, and facility oversight. This individual will lead a team of leasing, marketing, maintenance, and administrative professionals while driving occupancy, revenue growth, and operational excellence.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in student housing, multifamily property management, or hospitality management and excels in fast-paced, customer-focused environments.
Key
ResponsibilitiesProperty Operations
- Oversee the daily operations of a large student housing community
- Ensure exceptional service for residents, parents, guests, and prospective residents
- Maintain high standards of property appearance, cleanliness, and curb appeal
- Ensure compliance with company policies, Fair Housing regulations, and local laws
- Manage resident concerns and resolve escalated issues professionally and effectively
Financial Management
- Develop and manage annual operating budgets
- Monitor revenue, occupancy, collections, delinquency, and expenses
- Analyze monthly financial reports and identify opportunities for improvement
- Implement strategies to maximize occupancy, retention, and profitability
- Approve invoices, contracts, and property expenditures within established guidelines
Leasing & Occupancy
- Drive leasing performance and occupancy goals
- Oversee leasing, renewal, and retention strategies
- Partner with the Marketing & Leasing Manager to execute leasing campaigns and outreach efforts
- Monitor leasing traffic, conversion ratios, and market trends
- Review competitor pricing and recommend strategic adjustments as needed
Team Leadership
- Recruit, hire, train, develop, and retain high-performing team members
- Provide leadership and direction to leasing, administrative, and maintenance staff
- Conduct performance evaluations and coaching sessions
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable workplace culture
- Establish clear goals and performance expectations for the team
Resident Experience
- Create and maintain a positive community atmosphere
- Ensure resident engagement programs and events support resident satisfaction and retention
- Improve resident communication and responsiveness
- Build strong relationships with students, parents, university stakeholders, and local community partners
Maintenance & Vendor Management
- Collaborate with maintenance leadership to ensure timely completion of work orders and preventive maintenance
- Oversee vendor relationships, contracts, and service agreements
- Manage capital improvement projects, renovations, and property upgrades
- Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and risk management initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- 5+ years of property management, student housing, multifamily housing, hospitality, or related leadership experience
- Previous experience managing teams and property operations
- Strong financial management and budgeting skills
- Proven ability to drive occupancy and revenue performance
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and property management software platforms
- Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Student housing management experience
- Experience managing communities with 300+ units
- Knowledge of Fair Housing regulations and industry best practices
- Experience with Entrata, Yardi, RealPage, or similar property management systems
- Professional certifications such as CAM, CPM, CAPS, or related credentials
What We're Looking For
The successful candidate will be:
- A strong and visible leader
- Financially savvy and operationally focused
- Customer-service driven
- Skilled at motivating and developing teams
- Comfortable managing a large, high-volume community
- Passionate about creating an outstanding resident experience
- Able to balance strategic planning with hands-on leadership
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary starting at $80,000+
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
Ideal Candidate Backgrounds
Candidates with experience from the following environments are strongly encouraged to apply:
- Student Housing Communities
- Multifamily Housing Communities
- American Campus Communities
- Greystar
- Asset Living
- Landmark Properties
- Cardinal Group
- The Scion Group
- PeakMade Real Estate
- Campus Apartments
- University Housing Operations
- Large Hospitality or Residential Property Operations
If you are an experienced property management leader with a passion for operational excellence, team development, and creating exceptional resident experiences, we encourage you to apply.
Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity
Employer/Veterans/DisabledMilitary connected talent encouraged to apply
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