Property Manager Jobs in Illinois
Property Manager jobs in Illinois are in steady demand, with openings concentrated in residential, commercial, and mixed-use portfolio management and hiring from entry-level leasing coordinators through senior portfolio directors. Chicago anchors the market with the deepest volume of listings, while Naperville and Schaumburg serve as significant suburban hubs where corporate campus and multi-family demand is strong. Established employers with lasting Illinois footprints include Equity Residential, Inland Real Estate Group, and Draper and Kramer, with the most consistent openings in multi-family residential, commercial asset management, and homeowners association administration. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are currently seeking a Property Manager!
Property Managers are Responsible for managing daily operations of the property, including supervising team members and resources of the property to achieve established budgeted financial and operational goals
Responsibilities include:
- Operate the property within financial guidelines
- Perform daily physical inspections of the property and coordination with the maintenance team
- Maintain direct supervision of all staff, including work schedules, the delegation of duties, and conflict resolution
- Interview and hire all property employees
- Ensure all policies and procedures are upheld and infractions are properly reported
- Meet leasing objectives by ensuring proper sales techniques are used including first-hand leasing
- Exercise independent judgment and discretion to handle and resolve resident requests or concerns
- Take responsibility for administrative duties including required reporting
- Implement, design, and maintain a resident retention program, i.e., newsletter, resident referral program and/or social activities
- Design/maintain a marketing and advertising concept for property staff to implement
- Ensure property compliance with OSHA, Fair housing, and our safety guidelines
- Investigate and/or report any incidents regarding the residents, employees, vendors or others regarding the property
Requirements:
- 1-2 years of property management experience
- Ability to exercise sound judgment
- Self-motivated with attention to detail
- Ability to maintain positive relationships with internal and external contacts
- Strong communication skills
- Knowledge in Fair Housing
- Leadership experience
Additional Information:
We are a leader in the property management industry. Our passion for helping people, creating authentic relationships, and common values has established a working environment that undeniably stands out. Every day our associates have the opportunity to collaborate together in a thriving culture with a determined attitude that inspires and rewards original ideas. We provide significant career advancement opportunities, competitive compensation, benefits, and incentive programs.
Compensation: Full-Time $65,000.00 to $69,000.00 annually
- Vacation & Sick Time for Full & Part-Time Employees
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Empower 401K and Roth IRA- Including Free Financial Advisors and Employer Match
- 9 Paid Holidays per year
- Employee Referral Incentives
- Bonus and Commission Opportunities
- Employee Rent Discount Program
- Professional Development Training
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Short-Term Disability coverage is available
*Outlined benefits are subject to change and may vary based on location or employee status*
If you are looking for an exciting employment opportunity, we are the employer for you!
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, disability or genetic information.
Candidates will be required to pass a background and drug screening. A conviction will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from employment. Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in property manager jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois Leasing Agent License issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Bachelor's degree in business, real estate, or a related field preferred by most Illinois employers
- Experience managing multi-family residential or commercial properties in the Illinois market
- Familiarity with Illinois landlord-tenant law, the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance, and state lease regulations
- Proficiency with property management software such as Yardi, AppFolio, or MRI for Illinois portfolio tracking
- Strong vendor coordination and maintenance oversight experience for Illinois building operations and compliance
Property Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a property manager in Illinois?
In Illinois, property managers who negotiate or execute leases on behalf of others are required to hold an active Leasing Agent License or a Managing Broker License, both issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. The leasing agent path requires completing a state-approved pre-license course and passing the licensing exam. Many employers also prefer candidates who hold designations such as the Certified Property Manager credential from the Institute of Real Estate Management, which has a strong chapter presence in the Chicago area.
How much do property managers make in Illinois?
Property managers in Illinois earn a median of about $74,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $44,570 for the lowest 10% to over $143,200 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire property managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring property managers in Illinois right now include 5T Management, HHDC, and Evergreen Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's large multi-family and commercial real estate sector means established firms with deep local portfolios are among the most consistent sources of ongoing openings.
Which Illinois cities have the most property manager jobs?
Chicago, Evanston, and Rockford lead for property manager openings in Illinois. Chicago's concentration of large residential portfolios, corporate campuses, and mixed-use developments drives the majority of listings, while Naperville and Schaumburg attract openings tied to the dense suburban office and multi-family market along the Interstate 88 and Route 53 corridors where major employers and property management firms maintain regional operations.
Are there remote property manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. About 19% of property manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of the role, which typically requires on-site inspections, tenant meetings, and vendor oversight. The portions of the work most likely to be done remotely are administrative functions such as lease processing, financial reporting, and owner communications rather than day-to-day building operations.
How can I get hired as a property manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a leasing consultant or assistant property manager role at a large multi-family operator, where on-the-job training is built into the hiring model. Chicago-area firms such as Equity Residential and Draper and Kramer regularly bring in candidates from adjacent roles in customer service, hospitality, or retail who demonstrate strong people skills and attention to detail. Completing Illinois's leasing agent pre-license course before applying signals seriousness and satisfies a regulatory requirement that most employers will need you to meet anyway.
Where can I find and apply to property manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to property manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across Chicago, the suburbs, and downstate markets. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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