Community Manager-Cortland on Ponce-Decatur, GA

At Cortland we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector our focus on performance innovation and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources autonomy and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.

Role Overview

As a Community Manager you lead the entire site team in conducting the day-to-day operations of a multimillion dollar multifamily apartment home community.

The Mayor

• Stand front and center over your jurisdiction ensuring your communitys operations run as smoothly as possible
• Diplomatic comfortable running the show and impassioned by the desire to give residents a better living experience
• Provide guidance when residents have any problems remaining calm and using good judgment to find solutions
• Relate well to all types of personalities even if they seem to come from a totally different planet

The Mentor

• Lead by example to inspire your site team go above and beyond the call of duty
• Share priorities with your team to make sure they follow protocol and keep residents loving their community life
• Maintain an open door policy where associates can talk to you about a new reality TV show as easily as they can discuss improving their sales skills or planning a resident event
• Use your high energy to hire train and motivate your team all while minimizing disagreements and misconduct to achieve the ultimate level of synergy
• Set goals to challenge your team while also holding yourself accountable for their success

The Entrepreneur

• Enjoy running your own mini-empire like a true business leader
• Know how to manage large accounts and preparing budgets to ensure expenses dont exceed funds is a no-brainer
• Super skilled at assessing the current value of the community and continuously looking for new ways to maximize NOI

The Impact You Can Make

• Occupancy retention and net operating income are at an all-time high even during renovations!
• Your site team is on top of their game which means the community is running efficiently and resident life borders on utopian.
• Existing residents are proud to call your community their home and future residents are pounding down the door to move in.
• Associates vendors and residents always have the information they need because your communication skills are that good

Qualifications

• Stellar record of management experience (2 years preferred)
• Dynamic team leadership and communication abilities
• Expert time management prioritization and multi-tasking skills in a fast-paced work environment
• Proven ability to manage budgets and proactively solve problems

About Cortland

Founded in 2005 Cortland is an international vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment development and management firm with a resident-centric approach to living experiences. Recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US Cortland combines in-house design construction and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio.

Join us as we reimagine apartment living and drive outsized returns through purpose performance and people.

Cortland is an equal opportunity employer and were proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. We are committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardlessof race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability protected veteran status genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance with the application process and/or using our website please email

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Required Experience:

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