Assistant Community Manager - The Drexel Collective

**The work schedule for this position is Tuesday-Friday 9am-6pm and Saturday 9am-5pm**

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 programhere.
  
  

What You'll Be Doing

As an Assistant Community Manager, you will drive the entire sales process, building strong connections with prospects and residents, and delivering exceptional customer service to facilitate lease renewals, with a clear pathway for career growth towards a Community Manager position.

• Leading, mentoring, and training in sales, marketing, and customer service for a positive work environment
• Managing financial transactions, including payments and audits, for accurate resident file maintenance
• Utilizing effective selling techniques, maintaining comprehensive community knowledge, and contributing to marketing efforts.
• Explaining lease provisions, overseeing move-in activities, and conducting orientations for new residents
• Responding promptly to resident calls and emails, proactively address needs, and follow up on concerns
• Maintaining effective communication with maintenance staff, ensuring resident needs are met
• Proactively monitoring property trends for future occupancy needs
  
  

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
• A valid driver's license, good driving record, auto insurance, and reliable transportation is required if the employee will operate a motorized vehicle (e.g., car, golf cart) during their workday and/or as part of their role.
• Computer literacy and effective communication skills. Must be able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in English for all work-related purposes.
• 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. The device must have updated software and must be password-protected and compliant with in-house security systems.
• Ability to use the computer effectively and read written communications. Ability to lift, push, pull or carry up to 15 pounds for the dissemination of documents, supplies, materials, etc. to various locations throughout the office/facility. May be required to climb stairs depending on the property structure.
  
  

Bonus Qualifications

• Managerial Experience
  
  

Salary:$23.41 - $28.61/hour

The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, and qualifications.

Employees are eligible for overtime pay and performance incentives.

A valid driver's license, good driving record, auto insurance, and reliable transportation is required if the employee will operate a motorized vehicle (e.g. car, golf cart, etc.) during their workday and/or as part of their role.