Community Manager Jobs in Louisiana
Community Manager jobs in Louisiana are concentrated in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport, where roles range from entry-level social media coordinators to senior brand and digital community strategists. Entergy, Ochsner Health, and Caesars Entertainment are among the established employers with ongoing community management needs across the state. The most in-demand specialties are social media community management, residential property community management, and nonprofit and civic engagement roles. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Community Manager
Shreveport, Louisiana
Affordable Housing Community | 254 Units
Lead a Community. Drive Results. Make an Impact.
Midland Residence is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Community Manager to lead the operations of one of our largest affordable housing communities in Shreveport, Louisiana.
This is not your typical property management role.
We are looking for a strong leader who can balance resident satisfaction, occupancy growth, financial performance, regulatory compliance, and property operations while creating a thriving community for our residents and a positive culture for our team.
If you are passionate about affordable housing, enjoy leading people, solving problems, improving performance, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do
As the Community Manager, you will serve as the operational leader for a 450+ unit affordable housing community and will be responsible for the overall success of the property.
Operational Leadership
- Oversee all day-to-day community operations
- Lead, coach, and develop on-site team members
- Foster a culture of accountability, customer service, and performance
- Ensure the property maintains high standards of appearance, safety, and resident satisfaction
Occupancy & Resident Retention
- Drive occupancy goals and leasing performance
- Oversee applicant processing, move-ins, move-outs, and resident retention initiatives
- Monitor waiting lists and leasing activity
- Develop strategies to maximize occupancy and reduce turnover
Affordable Housing Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all applicable affordable housing regulations, including HUD, LIHTC, Project-Based Rental Assistance, Rural Development, and other program requirements as applicable
- Oversee certifications, recertifications, file reviews, and regulatory reporting
- Prepare for audits, inspections, and agency reviews
Financial Performance & Collections
- Manage rent collections and delinquency efforts
- Monitor accounts receivable and occupancy trends
- Assist with budget planning and expense control
- Analyze property performance and implement improvement strategies
Property Operations
- Partner with maintenance leadership to ensure timely completion of work orders and preventive maintenance programs
- Conduct regular property inspections
- Coordinate vendor services and capital improvement projects
- Ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of property management experience
- Experience managing affordable housing communities
- Knowledge of HUD, LIHTC, Section 8, Rural Development, or other affordable housing programs
- Strong understanding of occupancy management, resident relations, collections, and compliance
- Proven leadership and team development skills
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Proficiency with property management software and Microsoft Office
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience managing large multifamily communities
- COS, HCCP, C3P, TCS, or similar affordable housing certifications
- Experience supervising multiple team members
- Budgeting and financial management experience
What Success Looks Like
The successful candidate will:
✔ Maintain strong occupancy levels
✔ Improve resident satisfaction and retention
✔ Ensure full regulatory compliance
✔ Lead a high-performing team
✔ Maintain excellent property conditions
✔ Drive strong collections and financial performance
✔ Create a welcoming and thriving community for residents
Why Join Midland Residence?
We believe affordable housing changes lives. We are committed to providing quality housing opportunities while creating an environment where our employees can grow, lead, and make a lasting impact.
We offer:
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive leadership team
- Career growth potential within a growing organization
Ready to Lead?
If you're an experienced affordable housing professional looking for an opportunity to lead a large community, drive results, and make a difference every day, we encourage you to apply.
Join Midland Residence and help us build stronger communities; one resident at a time.
Midland Residence is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Property management: 3 years (Preferred)
- Affordable housing: 1 year (Preferred)
- HUD: 1 year (Preferred)
- LIHTC: 1 year (Preferred)
- Section 8: 1 year (Preferred)
- Occupancy Management: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Certified Occupancy Specialist (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Shreveport, LA 71101 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Louisiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in community manager jobs across Louisiana.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience managing social media platforms and online brand communities
- Proficiency with community management tools such as Sprout Social, Hootsuite, or similar platforms
- Strong written and verbal communication skills tailored to diverse Louisiana audiences
- Experience with content creation, community engagement strategy, and performance reporting
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, PR, and customer experience teams
Community Manager Jobs in Louisiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a community manager in Louisiana?
Most Louisiana employers require a bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, or a related field, though no state-issued license applies to community managers. Candidates who build a portfolio of managed social accounts, online communities, or neighborhood association work gain a concrete edge in the hiring process. New Orleans and Baton Rouge employers frequently look for candidates with experience in hospitality, healthcare, or civic sectors, reflecting Louisiana's dominant industries.
Which companies hire community managers in Louisiana?
Companies currently hiring community managers in Louisiana include CommCare Corporation, Stoa, and Meta, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Louisiana's strong hospitality, healthcare, and energy sectors mean that large anchor employers in those industries drive a consistent share of openings across the state.
Which Louisiana cities have the most community manager jobs?
The cities with the most community manager openings in Louisiana are Slidell, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport. New Orleans generates the largest share of openings because of its concentration of tourism, hospitality, and nonprofit organizations, while Baton Rouge is anchored by state government, healthcare systems, and Louisiana State University, and Shreveport draws from its regional media, healthcare, and gaming employer base.
Are there remote community manager jobs in Louisiana?
Yes, and community management is more remote-friendly than most roles because much of the work involves digital platforms and online engagement rather than on-site presence. About 60% of community manager openings tied to Louisiana are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the desk-based nature of most of the work. Content moderation, social media strategy, and online forum management are the sub-areas most commonly offered as fully remote positions.
How can I get hired as a community manager in Louisiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a social media coordinator or marketing assistant role at a Louisiana nonprofit, university, or regional hospitality brand, where junior community work is a core part of the job from day one. Organizations like the New Orleans Convention and Visitors Bureau, Tulane University, and regional hospital systems such as Our Lady of the Lake frequently bring on entry-level marketing staff who grow into community management. Building a portfolio of managed accounts or volunteer community work for a local civic organization strengthens an application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to community manager jobs in Louisiana?
You can find and apply to community manager jobs in Louisiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Louisiana openings across industries and experience levels. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your background and the type of community you want to manage, and apply directly to each position that fits.
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