Community Manager Jobs in Portland, OR
Community Manager jobs in Portland are concentrated in the Pearl District, Lloyd District, and the Central Eastside Industrial Area, with strong demand from tech platforms, nonprofits, and outdoor and lifestyle brands. Employers hiring right now include Guardian, New Narrative, and Greystar. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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ABOUT GREYSTAR
Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate platform offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in institutional-quality rental housing. Headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina, Greystar manages and operates over $350 billion of real estate in more than 260 markets globally with offices throughout North America, Europe, South America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Greystar is the largest operator of apartments in the United States, managing over one million units/beds globally. Across its platforms, Greystar has nearly $79 billion of assets under management, including over $34 billion of development assets and over $36.5 billion of regulatory assets under management. Greystar was founded by Bob Faith in 1993 to become a provider of world-class service in the rental residential real estate business. To learn more, visit www.greystar.com.
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
JOB DESCRIPTION
- Provides input into the development of budget(s) for the property by analyzing and evaluating financial statements, reviewing current and projected marketing information, and accessing operational reports that establish historic and predict performance patterns.
- Meets targeted revenues by setting rent rates, ensuring rent and fees are collected and posted in a timely manner, making financial bank deposits, and preparing and reviewing monthly financial status reports.
- Approves invoices from vendors, contractors, and service providers for payment by reconciling work performed or products purchased, ensuring validity of certificates of insurance, coding charges to appropriate Chart of Account codes, and managing communication between the vendor/contractor, accounting, and the client/owner as needed.
- Controls expenditures by staying within the constraints of the approved budget and manages the balance and maintenance of the petty cash fund.
- Oversees the lease enforcement process by approving prospective resident applications, discounts and renewal leases, conducts periodic apartment inspections, follows proper notice requirements, evicts residents, and imposes and collects late fees and other charges as allowable and stated in the terms of the lease.
- Gathers, analyzes, and interprets current market and economic trends that may impact the property and implements short- and long-range marketing and leasing strategies to achieve the property’s occupancy and revenue goals.
- Promotes resident satisfaction and retention by responding to complaints, questions, and requests in a timely manner, and taking appropriate action to resolve and address service issues. Ensures the property’s maintenance team members comply with the Company’s standards with respect to responding and completing resident service requests.
- Conducts regular property inspections and takes appropriate actions to ensure that the physical aspects of the property, grounds, buildings, and amenities meet established standards for safety, cleanliness, and general appearance and appeal.
- Supervises property staff by interviewing, hiring, orienting, and training employees, and manages their performance in accordance with Company policies, values, and business practices.
- Assists in managing the client/owner relationship by meeting with the owners, conducting property tours, providing updates and information about the property’s performance, and responding to owner requests as needed.
- Completes various accounting, financial, administrative, and other reports and performs other duties as assigned or as necessary.
- For California Only: Community Managers working in California are responsible for managing the lease process by utilizing the California specific Lease File Checklist to ensure all lease documents are complete, compliant, and consistently organized.
BASIC KNOWLEDGE & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred in Business Management, Real Estate, or related field.
- 4-6 years minimum of relevant experience that demonstrates the application of property management, sales, marketing, and customer service background sufficient to manage the day-to-day operation of an apartment community, resolve customer complaints and issues, complete financial records, documents, and reports, increase sales revenues, and coordinate the work of a team
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and customer service skills.
- Detail-oriented and self-motivated with the ability to work independently, as a leader, and as a collaborative member of a team.
SPECIALIZED SKILLS:
- Incumbents must have all licenses and/or certifications as required by State and Local jurisdictions.
- Incumbents must have valid driver’s license to drive a golf cart on property and must ensure all other on-site staff that has access to drive the golf cart also has a valid driver’s license.
- Proficiency in Internet, word processing, spreadsheet, and database management programs in order to complete required reports and employment documents.
- Strong proficiency in using property management software (preferably Entrata, Yardi, and/or OneSite).
- Management and supervisory skills sufficient to hire, lead, direct, evaluate, and manage subordinate and team members, including maintenance specialists
TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Team members work in an office environment but also may have frequent exposure to outside elements where temperature, weather, odors, and/or landscape may be unpleasant and/or hazardous. Incumbents must be able to physically access all exterior and interior parts of the property and amenities.
- Incumbents must be able to physically access all exterior and interior parts of the community and amenities.
- Incumbents must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to twenty (20) pounds independently and fifty (50) pounds with assistance.
- Routine, local travel may be required to make bank deposits, attend training classes and outreach events, or other situations necessary for the accomplishment of some or all of the daily responsibilities of this position.
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The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $84,000
Additional Compensation:
Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including business requirements, prior experience, current skills and geographical location.
- Corporate Positions: In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participate in a quarterly or annual bonus program based on individual and company performance.
- Onsite Property Positions: In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible to participate in weekly, monthly, and/or quarterly bonus programs.
Robust Benefits Offered*:
- Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability & Life insurance benefits. Low (free basic) employee Medical costs for employee-only coverage; costs discounted after 3 and 5 years of service.
- Generous Paid Time off. All new hires start with 15 days of vacation, 4 personal days, 10 sick days, and 11 paid holidays. Plus your birthday off after 1 year of service! Additional vacation accrued with tenure.
- For onsite team members, onsite housing discount at Greystar-managed communities are available subject to discount and unit availability.
- 6-Week Paid Sabbatical after 10 years of service (and every 5 years thereafter).
- 401(k) with Company Match up to 6% of pay after 6 months of service.
- Paid Parental Leave and lifetime Fertility Benefit reimbursement up to $10,000 (includes adoption or surrogacy).
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Critical Illness, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and Legal Plans.
- Charitable giving program and benefits.
Benefits offered for full-time employees. For Union and Prevailing Wage roles, compensation and benefits may vary from the listed information above due to Collective Bargaining Agreements and/or local governing authority.
Greystar will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Greystar is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Important Notice: Greystar will never request your banking details or other sensitive personal information during the interview process. Greystar does not conduct any interviews via text or messaging, and all communication will come from official Greystar email addresses (@greystar.com). If you receive suspicious requests, please report them immediately to AskHR@greystar.com.
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Community Manager Jobs in Portland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a community manager job in Portland?
Focus your search on Portland's tech sector in the Pearl District and Central Eastside, nonprofits along the inner east side, and the outdoor and consumer lifestyle brands that cluster near the west side. Employers here favor candidates with demonstrated online community growth, moderating experience, and familiarity with tools like Discord, Slack, or Circle. Volunteer community work with Portland nonprofits or local advocacy groups can also differentiate you meaningfully in this market.
Which companies hire community managers in Portland?
Employers hiring community managers in Portland right now include Guardian, New Narrative, and Greystar, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Portland's hiring landscape for this role skews toward mid-size tech companies, mission-driven nonprofits, and consumer brands with strong regional followings.
Are there remote community manager jobs in Portland?
Yes, though it depends on the role: community managers handling online platforms and digital engagement tend to work remotely, while those managing in-person events or physical spaces are typically on-site. About 0% of community manager openings tied to Portland are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. Remote roles in Portland most often involve social media community management and SaaS platform support.
How can I get a community manager job in Portland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Portland is through a junior social media coordinator or content associate role at one of the city's many nonprofits or startup-stage tech companies, which tend to hire for potential over tenure. Volunteering with Portland community organizations or managing a local Discord or Meetup group builds a concrete portfolio. Many Portland employers also promote from customer support or marketing coordinator roles into community management.
Which industries hire the most community managers in Portland?
Most community manager openings in Portland sit in Education and Healthcare & Medical Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Portland's concentration of software companies, outdoor lifestyle brands, and mission-driven nonprofits makes it a particularly active market for community roles tied to digital engagement and brand advocacy.
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