General Manager

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

Learn more about our Total Wellbeing program here.

What You'll Be Doing

As a General Manager for Equity Residential apartment communities, you'll be responsible for overall property operations, focusing on financial performance, resident satisfaction, and managing a high‑performing team. You'll actively monitor daily activities, analyze market dynamics, and oversee direct sales, leasing administration, and maintenance initiatives, along with support systems like centralized services, marketing, and accounting functions.

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

Forecasting the community budget, making recommendations for income maximization and expense minimization

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

3 years of experience in residential or commercial property management, hospitality, or retail management

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; Must be able to respond to emergencies after normal business hours and on 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.

Salary

$111,900 - $136,766 per year

Employees are eligible for performance bonuses

Bonus Qualifications

Management of complex communities or multi‑site experience

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management

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