Community Manager

Davisburg, MI

Job Description

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Job Summary

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

  • Markets models, pre-owned & brokered homes for sale; prepares documents to list and sell homes (Essential)
  • 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 (Essential)
  • Handles delinquencies & approves eviction proceedings while adhering to Sun's policies (Essential)
  • Monitors, codes, and approves all invoices for operating expenses & sales related costs (Essential)
  • Resolves complaints and responds to issues in a timely manner; offers solutions consistent with guidelines (Essential)
  • Coordinates team member selection and development and ensures team members comply with appropriate policies and procedures.
  • 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 Sun's 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 in property management experience, including 2 years of supervisory experience (Required)
  • 6 months in prior sales and leasing experience (Required)
  • 6 months in previous experience using NetSuite (Preferred)
  • 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
  • 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)
  • Must have a valid driver's license

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 multipleplan 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
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Career Site Header

Job Summary

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

  • Markets models, pre-owned & brokered homes for sale; prepares documents to list and sell homes (Essential)
  • 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 (Essential)
  • Handles delinquencies & approves eviction proceedings while adhering to Sun's policies (Essential)
  • Monitors, codes, and approves all invoices for operating expenses & sales related costs (Essential)
  • Resolves complaints and responds to issues in a timely manner; offers solutions consistent with guidelines (Essential)
  • Coordinates team member selection and development and ensures team members comply with appropriate policies and procedures.
  • 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 Sun's 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 in property management experience, including 2 years of supervisory experience (Required)
  • 6 months in prior sales and leasing experience (Required)
  • 6 months in previous experience using NetSuite (Preferred)
  • 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
  • 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)
  • Must have a valid driver's license

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 multipleplan 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
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About Sun Communities, Inc.

About Us: Sun Communities and Sun Outdoors are the nation's premier provider of manufactured home communities and RV resorts. To find out more about what we have to offer, visit a community near you or contact us.

Our Culture: We have built our culture around a simple customer service philosophy: The Golden Rule. We treat others the way we want to be treated. Our team is considered one of our most valuable assets, and we ensure we offer a fun and rewarding workplace!

We are committed to the encouragement of personal growth and are pleased to offer opportunities for advancement to qualified individuals. Our formal training programs, on-the-job training activities, and customized development plans help support team members to accomplish their goals.

Accolades: We've been ranked as a “Top 100 Workplace” by the Detroit Free Press for the past 10 consecutive years.

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