At Equity Residential, we're dedicated to creating thriving communities, and we invite you to be part of our team. Embracing values like Diversity, Sustainability, and Total Wellbeing, we foster a workplace culture of authenticity and collaboration.

How We Deliver a Winning Performance:

• Question Authority 

• Walk the Talk

• Share Knowledge

• Listen, not just Hear

• See the Glass Half Full

• Take Educated Risks

• Enjoy the Ride

• Share the Spotlight

• Do the Right Thing

• Test Your Limits 

We Care About Your Total Wellbeing:

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, dental, and vision care 

• Social Wellbeing: 9 paid holidays, annual vacation time, paid sick leave, new parent benefits

• Financial Wellbeing: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Rent Discounts, Competitive Compensation

• Community Wellbeing: Paid Community Service Hours

• Career Wellbeing: Leadership Development

• Learn more about our Total Wellbeing program here.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Community Manager, you will spearhead the overall operations of an Equity Residential apartment community, ensuring financial success, resident satisfaction, and team excellence. Your role involves hands-on management of daily activities, analysis of market dynamics, and driving improvements, overseeing sales, leasing, and maintenance initiatives for a flourishing property.

• Accomplishing property goals by recruiting, training, and motivating a high-performing team

• Leading community staff with regular meetings, performance monitoring, and career development guidance

• Analyzing property operations, implementing policies for seamless integration, and ensuring operational excellence

• Preparing and managing the community operating budget, overseeing the processing and approval of all invoices and company purchases 

• Supporting marketing, pricing efforts, and monitoring sales performance for goal achievement

• Staying informed on community market conditions for strategic decision-making

• Building connections with residents through community events and activities

What You’ll Need To Thrive:

• Residential or commercial property management, hospitality, or retail experience

• Customer service and sales experience

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Valid Driver's License required if employee will operate a motorized vehicle (e.g., car, golf cart) in their role. This varies by location. 

• Computer literacy and effective communication skills

• Knowledge of federal and state apartment housing laws

• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends

• Office team employees, with limited exceptions, are required to use their own Smartphone to perform certain aspects of their job.

Bonus Qualifications:

• Managerial Experience