Roving Community Manager - Multifamily - Des Moines

Overview

ARTISAN is a growing multifamily investment and property management company focused on creating communities where people are proud to live and work. We own and operate apartment communities across the Midwest and are known for our strong operational standards, collaborative culture, and people-first mindset. We take our responsibility to our communities seriously, while still believing that a positive, welcoming environment matters.

At ARTISAN, you’ll find a culture that values accountability and results, encourages learning and growth, and understands that creating great resident experiences starts with a team that enjoys working together. We move quickly while staying organized, adaptable, and consistent—so our residents can rely on us every day. We trust our team members to take ownership, make thoughtful decisions, and do what’s right for the people who call our communities home.

We believe the best ideas come from listening, collaborating, and staying connected to our residents. If you enjoy working with supportive teammates and taking pride in creating positive, well-run living experiences, you’ll feel right at home at ARTISAN.

The Roving Community Manager provides interim operational leadership and coverage across ARTISAN’s multifamily portfolio, ensuring continuity, stability, and performance during transitions or staffing gaps. This role oversees day-to-day community operations, including leasing, resident relations, team supervision, budgeting, and maintenance coordination, while upholding ARTISAN’s standards and operational goals.

The position requires regular travel across Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Missouri, Minnesota, and Illinois, including overnight assignments of varying duration. The Roving Community Manager reports to and operates under the direction of the Regional or Area Manager and is expected to adapt quickly to new environments while maintaining consistent operational execution.

This is a roving position that may be based in Central Iowa, Eastern Iowa, or Chicago, with travel required within the assigned region. The hourly pay range is $70,000-$85,000 per year plus commissions, with compensation determined based on location, experience, and regional market conditions.

• Conduct all business in accordance with ARTISAN policies and procedures, as well as all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, including the Fair Housing Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, and Fair Credit Reporting Act.
• Provide temporary leadership coverage at assigned communities during manager vacancies, leaves of absence, or transitional periods.
• Supervise on-site teams, delegate responsibilities, and foster a culture of accountability, customer service, and collaboration.
• Manage leasing performance, renewals, marketing efforts, and overall community reputation.
• Oversee rent collection, budget adherence, banking, delinquency follow-up, and expense control to meet financial goals; actively maintain and report monthly variances and manage evictions and monetary judgments as needed.
• Communicate regularly with Regional Managers to provide updates on property performance, staffing needs, and community progress.
• Coordinate with ARTISAN Construction, vendors, and maintenance technicians to manage project timelines, renovations, and capital improvements.
• Approve invoices and payables to ensure timely vendor payments and uninterrupted services.
• Conduct routine property inspections to ensure cleanliness, proper signage, safety compliance, and exceptional curb appeal.
• Perform market research to competitively price rental rates and community amenities.
• Ensure lease files are complete, accurate, and properly executed.
• Oversee the readiness of the leasing office and model units, ensuring they are in excellent condition and open on schedule.
• Attend scheduled ARTISAN meetings, training, and company events as required.
• Submit reports and required documentation to the Regional or Area Manager in accordance with deadlines.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Always represent ARTISAN in a professional and respectful manner.

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