Community Manager Jobs in Columbus, OH
Community Manager jobs in Columbus are in active demand, concentrated in Short North, the Arena District, and the Brewery District across tech platforms, healthcare networks, and nonprofit organizations. Employers hiring right now include Amazon, KMG PRESTIGE, and Ackermann. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Open roles87
Top employerAmazon
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED
Companies hiring20
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BRG Apartments
Community Manager
Columbus, Ohio
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Multi-Site Community Manager
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Ackermann Group
Multi-Site Community Manager
Columbus, Ohio
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Community Manager
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Ackermann Group
Community Manager
Columbus, Ohio
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Senior Manager - Community Engagement, AWS InCommunities
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Amazon.com
Senior Manager - Community Engagement, AWS InCommunities
Columbus, Ohio
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Apartment Community Property Manager
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A Better Way ABA
Apartment Community Property Manager
Columbus, Ohio
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Community Manager
BRG Apartments·Columbus, Ohio
Job functions:
$60k - $65k/yr
On-Site
51-200 employees
Job Description
BRG Realty Group, LLC is an award-winning owner and operator of apartment communities in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. The company currently has over 50 communities comprised of over 9,000 apartment homes. Success has been built upon a foundation of relationships shaped by trust, an engaged and talented employee base, service focused business practices, a sound fiscal approach, value-add services, and investor and risk management protocols that ensure future stability. Our mission continues to be to create and maintain quality communities through innovative management by consistently delivering reliable services to our residents, associates and business partners…and we care!
Job description
Job Purpose: The Community Manager’s responsibility is the day-to-day management of their assigned apartment community including the leasing and maintenance operations. The Community Manager must be a team leader who, while working closely with the Portfolio Manager, and expertise with industry knowledge and professionalism in order to maintain the highest level of occupancy possible at the apartment community.
Essential Duties:
- Regularly supervises at least two employees
- Responsible for maintaining satisfactory occupancy and collection levels
- Responsible for maintaining excellent resident relations
- Resolve resident concerns and ensure customer satisfaction
- Enforcement of lease agreements and community rules and regulations
- Responsible for monitoring and overseeing maintenance related activities
- Responsible for rent collection (including notifying residents and developing payment plans), posting rent payments and making bank deposits
- Assist in the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets
- Ensure that a daily inspection of model and vacant target apartments is completed and assists in maintaining curb appeal and amenities in proper order.
- Review property performance with the Portfolio Manager as necessary
- Monitor property to budget daily
- Approve all property expenditures daily and issue purchase orders
- Deliver eviction notices
- Represent the Company in eviction court when needed
- Manage, lead, and motivate leasing and maintenance staff
- Assist in maintaining market survey data
- Monitor on-line marketing to ensure that unit availability, pricing and any specials are current.
- Responsible for resident relation and retention programs
- Responsible for ensuring that incoming telephone calls are answered, messages are handled accordingly and all leads are entered into Yardi and followed up on in a timely manner.
- Inspect apartments for move-in readiness
- Inspect apartments upon move-out and prepare move-out paperwork
- Demonstrate and maintain a working knowledge of fair housing laws and rules and regulations concerning apartment leasing and management
- Help keep office orderly between professional cleanings
- Responsible for ensuring that all company documents (example: resident forms and letters, work orders, etc.) are appropriately filed and maintained
- YARDI EXPERIENCE required
- All other duties as assigned
Performance Factors:
- Must be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and be conscientious about assignments
- Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers, co-workers, and individuals inside and outside the company
- Must work effectively and relate well with others including managers, co-workers, and individuals inside and outside of the company
- Must exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships
- Must comply with all policies and procedures as outlined in the BRG Employee Handbook and the BRG Operations manual
- Must be available for weekend, holiday, and evening hours if necessary
- Must be willing to be assigned to other BRG managed communities as needed
- Must possess a valid driver’s license in order to drive for company business as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Commission pay
Experience:
- Property management: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Auto Insurance (Required)
Transportation Requirements:
- Employees must have private, reliable transportation to travel to various job sites throughout the day.
- A valid driver’s license and current auto insurance are mandatory.
- The ability to travel for periods of time, including daily and weekly commitments, is essential for effectively fulfilling various duties.
Work Location: In person
BRG Apartments
Community Manager
Columbus, Ohio
Added 3d ago51-200 employees
Job functions:
$60k - $65k/yr
On-Site
Job Description
BRG Realty Group, LLC is an award-winning owner and operator of apartment communities in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana. The company currently has over 50 communities comprised of over 9,000 apartment homes. Success has been built upon a foundation of relationships shaped by trust, an engaged and talented employee base, service focused business practices, a sound fiscal approach, value-add services, and investor and risk management protocols that ensure future stability. Our mission continues to be to create and maintain quality communities through innovative management by consistently delivering reliable services to our residents, associates and business partners…and we care!
Job description
Job Purpose: The Community Manager’s responsibility is the day-to-day management of their assigned apartment community including the leasing and maintenance operations. The Community Manager must be a team leader who, while working closely with the Portfolio Manager, and expertise with industry knowledge and professionalism in order to maintain the highest level of occupancy possible at the apartment community.
Essential Duties:
- Regularly supervises at least two employees
- Responsible for maintaining satisfactory occupancy and collection levels
- Responsible for maintaining excellent resident relations
- Resolve resident concerns and ensure customer satisfaction
- Enforcement of lease agreements and community rules and regulations
- Responsible for monitoring and overseeing maintenance related activities
- Responsible for rent collection (including notifying residents and developing payment plans), posting rent payments and making bank deposits
- Assist in the preparation of annual operating and capital budgets
- Ensure that a daily inspection of model and vacant target apartments is completed and assists in maintaining curb appeal and amenities in proper order.
- Review property performance with the Portfolio Manager as necessary
- Monitor property to budget daily
- Approve all property expenditures daily and issue purchase orders
- Deliver eviction notices
- Represent the Company in eviction court when needed
- Manage, lead, and motivate leasing and maintenance staff
- Assist in maintaining market survey data
- Monitor on-line marketing to ensure that unit availability, pricing and any specials are current.
- Responsible for resident relation and retention programs
- Responsible for ensuring that incoming telephone calls are answered, messages are handled accordingly and all leads are entered into Yardi and followed up on in a timely manner.
- Inspect apartments for move-in readiness
- Inspect apartments upon move-out and prepare move-out paperwork
- Demonstrate and maintain a working knowledge of fair housing laws and rules and regulations concerning apartment leasing and management
- Help keep office orderly between professional cleanings
- Responsible for ensuring that all company documents (example: resident forms and letters, work orders, etc.) are appropriately filed and maintained
- YARDI EXPERIENCE required
- All other duties as assigned
Performance Factors:
- Must be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and be conscientious about assignments
- Must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with managers, co-workers, and individuals inside and outside the company
- Must work effectively and relate well with others including managers, co-workers, and individuals inside and outside of the company
- Must exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others and work to maintain constructive working relationships
- Must comply with all policies and procedures as outlined in the BRG Employee Handbook and the BRG Operations manual
- Must be available for weekend, holiday, and evening hours if necessary
- Must be willing to be assigned to other BRG managed communities as needed
- Must possess a valid driver’s license in order to drive for company business as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus pay
- Commission pay
Experience:
- Property management: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Auto Insurance (Required)
Transportation Requirements:
- Employees must have private, reliable transportation to travel to various job sites throughout the day.
- A valid driver’s license and current auto insurance are mandatory.
- The ability to travel for periods of time, including daily and weekly commitments, is essential for effectively fulfilling various duties.
Work Location: In person
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Community Manager Jobs in Columbus: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a community manager job in Columbus?
The strongest path into community manager work in Columbus runs through the city's tech and startup scene along High Street and the Short North, its large healthcare systems, and its growing fintech corridor downtown. Candidates who stand out typically bring experience managing online communities or social channels for a recognizable Columbus brand. Volunteering with local nonprofits or Columbus-area professional associations can also build a portfolio that resonates with hiring managers here.
Which companies hire community managers in Columbus?
Companies currently hiring community managers in Columbus include Amazon, KMG PRESTIGE, and Ackermann, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Columbus draws community manager demand especially from insurance and financial services firms headquartered downtown, regional healthcare networks, and the city's steady pipeline of consumer-facing tech companies.
Are there remote community manager jobs in Columbus?
Yes, though it depends on the role. Community manager positions tied to digital platforms and online audiences tend to be remote-friendly, while roles focused on in-person events or physical communities in Columbus require on-site presence. About 0% of community manager openings tied to Columbus are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. The most remote-friendly specialties locally are social media community management and SaaS user community roles.
How can I get a community manager job in Columbus with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point in Columbus is a coordinator or social media associate role at one of the city's many regional nonprofits, credit unions, or mid-size tech firms, which regularly hire junior community staff and promote from within. Managing a Discord server, a neighborhood Facebook group, or content for a Columbus events organization builds a concrete portfolio. Columbus State and Ohio State alumni networks also connect new graduates directly to local employers who hire for these entry-level positions.
Which industries hire the most community managers in Columbus?
Columbus community manager roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Columbus's identity as a major insurance and retail headquarters city, combined with its expanding healthcare and technology sectors, creates consistent year-round demand for community professionals who can manage both digital audiences and stakeholder relationships.
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