Community Manager

Sparks Group

Jersey City, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$100,000–$130,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Budget Reporting, Budgeting, Business Plan, Business Skills, Capital Project, Career Counseling, Class A License, Coaching, Community Development, Competitive Research, Conflict Resolution, Construction, Corporate Policies, Corrective Action, Credit and Collections, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Home Inspections, Leadership, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Management Strategy, Market Analysis, Market Surveys, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, OSHA, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Past Due Accounts, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Physical Demands, Preventative Maintenance, Pricing, Product Positioning, Product Pricing, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Property Maintenance, Property Management, Regulatory Compliance, Rentals, Resident Retention, Retention Programs, Revenue Growth, Revenue Management, Revenue/Sales Reporting, Staff Development, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Website Conversion
LOCATION
Jersey City, NJ
POSTED
Today

We are seeking an accomplished Community Manager to lead the operations, financial performance, and resident experience of a premier luxury multifamily community. This role requires a proven leader with experience managing large-scale Class A assets, driving revenue growth, and overseeing high-performing onsite teams. The ideal candidate has successfully managed communities exceeding 400 units, understands the complexities of lease-up and stabilization, and possesses strong business acumen related to revenue management, asset preservation, and operational excellence. This is an opportunity to oversee a flagship property and play a key role in maximizing occupancy, resident satisfaction, and long-term asset performance.

Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team Development
  • Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing onsite team, including leasing, administrative, and maintenance personnel.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and exceptional customer service.
  • Provide coaching, performance management, and career development support to team members.
  • Partner with maintenance leadership to ensure operational efficiency and property readiness.
  • Establish performance expectations and monitor progress toward occupancy, retention, and financial goals.
Property Operations
  • Direct all day-to-day operations of a luxury multifamily community.
  • Maintain exceptional curb appeal, amenity presentation, and overall community standards.
  • Conduct regular property inspections and implement corrective action plans as needed.
  • Ensure efficient apartment turnover processes and readiness for resident move-ins.
  • Oversee vendor relationships, service contracts, and operational compliance requirements.
Revenue Management & Financial Performance
  • Drive financial performance through strategic revenue management and expense control.
  • Analyze market conditions, competitor activity, occupancy trends, and pricing opportunities.
  • Develop and implement rental pricing strategies that maximize revenue and support occupancy objectives.
  • Manage concession programs and evaluate their effectiveness against leasing goals.
  • Prepare, administer, and monitor operating budgets and forecasts.
  • Review financial reports, identify performance trends, and implement action plans to improve results.
  • Ensure timely rent collections and effective delinquency management.
Lease-Up & Asset Stabilization
  • Lead lease-up initiatives and occupancy growth strategies for newly delivered or repositioned communities.
  • Collaborate with marketing and leasing teams to accelerate absorption and achieve stabilization goals.
  • Monitor leasing traffic, conversion ratios, and market penetration to adjust strategies as needed.
  • Develop resident retention programs that support long-term occupancy and revenue growth.
  • Partner with ownership and regional leadership to execute asset-specific business plans.
Capital Projects & Asset Preservation
  • Manage capital improvement initiatives and property enhancement projects.
  • Coordinate warranty-related items with contractors, vendors, and development partners.
  • Oversee vendor performance to ensure quality workmanship and contract compliance.
  • Support long-term asset preservation through preventive maintenance planning and execution.
  • Monitor project timelines, budgets, and completion standards.
Resident Experience & Compliance
  • Deliver a superior resident experience through responsive communication and service excellence.
  • Address resident concerns and escalated issues promptly and professionally.
  • Ensure compliance with Fair Housing regulations, OSHA standards, and company policies.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and operational records.
QualificationsRequired Experience
  • Minimum 5 years of multifamily property management experience.
  • At least 2 years of experience managing a Class A luxury apartment community.
  • Experience overseeing communities of 400+ units.
  • Demonstrated success leading large onsite teams and managing complex operations.
  • Strong experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and revenue optimization.
Highly Preferred
  • Lease-up, new construction, or property stabilization experience.
  • Experience opening, delivering, or stabilizing newly developed multifamily communities.
  • Capital project management experience, including vendor oversight and warranty coordination.
  • Experience working within luxury, high-profile, or flagship multifamily assets.
Skills & Competencies
  • Advanced revenue management and pricing strategy expertise.
  • Strong understanding of leasing analytics, market surveys, and competitive positioning.
  • Proven leadership, coaching, and employee development abilities.
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills.
  • Strong analytical and financial decision-making capabilities.
  • Exceptional customer service and conflict resolution skills.
  • Knowledge of Fair Housing laws and multifamily compliance standards.
  • Proficiency with property management software platforms such as Yardi, RealPage, Entrata, or similar systems.
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel and Outlook.
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to walk the community regularly, including climbing stairs.
  • Ability to inspect units, amenities, and common areas throughout the property.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $100,000 – $130,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive benefits package may include:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Parental Leave
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Professional Development Opportunities

If you have a track record of leading luxury multifamily communities, driving operational excellence, and delivering exceptional financial results, we encourage you to apply.

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This job is In-Person.

Pay Range: Salary $100,000.00 to $130,000.00

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.

 

About the Company

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Sparks Group

Bringing the Best People and the Best Companies Together Since 1970.

Sparks Group (formerly SPARKS, Sparks IT Solutions, and Sparks Personnel) is the Washington DC Area's leading temporary staffing and full-time recruiting services provider. Whether you are seeking your next opportunity or looking to add talent, Sparks Group is the ideal partner for you! Each of our four divisions (Sparks Office, Sparks Accounting & Finance, Sparks IT, and Sparks Creative) specializes in placing professionals in temporary/contract, temporary-to-full-time, and full-time roles across a diverse array of staffing categories, positions and levels including: office/administrative, customer service, human resources and talent acquisition, legal support, government and cleared personnel, mortgage/banking, accounting and finance, contracts and procurement, information technology and creative/marketing.

Sparks Group brings over four decades of experience placing professionals in challenging and rewarding positions at many of the area’s most prestigious organizations. Our primary focus is presenting opportunities that match each candidate’s skill-sets, experience levels, career objectives, and growth needs. Sparks Group has regularly ranked as one of the top US staffing and recruiting firms having been named to Inavero’s Best of Staffing Lists® for Client and Employee Satisfaction (2012-2017). Additionally, Sparks Group is proud to have been recently selected for other awards Staffing Industry Analysts’ 2017 Best Staffing Firms to Work For, Washington Business Journal Best Places to Work (2017), the Washington Post’s Top Workplaces® List (2017, 2014), Forbes® Best Professional Recruiting Firms (2017), and the National Capital Business Ethics Award.

COMPANY SIZE
50 to 99 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1970
WEBSITE
https://www.sparksgroupinc.com