Property Manager- Omaha, NE

Property Manager

UNMC Residences & UNMC Campus Housing | Omaha, NE

Schedule

Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Schedule may include evenings and weekends

About the Position:

Burlington Capital Properties is seeking an experienced Property Manager to oversee both UNMC Residences and UNMC Campus Housing in Omaha, Nebraska. This is a unique dual-management opportunity overseeing a new student residence community as well as UNMC's existing campus housing portfolio.

UNMC Residences is a new apartment community located on the east edge of the UNMC Omaha campus and is scheduled to open in August 2026. The community will offer modern studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments along with controlled-access entry, grab-and-go dining options, collaborative study and meeting spaces, an outdoor patio and lounge area, bike storage, and 24/7 campus security patrol.

UNMC Campus Housing consists of several one- and two-bedroom rental units located near campus. These residences operate on an academic-year lease cycle and serve the housing needs of the UNMC community.

This is a significant leadership role requiring demonstrated experience managing and developing employees. The successful candidate must be an experienced people leader who can effectively lead a team, set expectations, provide direction, address performance concerns, and hold employees accountable. The successful candidate will also be comfortable balancing the needs of a new community with an established housing portfolio and will bring strong organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

The Successful Property Manager Will:

• Oversee the daily operations of both UNMC Residences and UNMC Campus Housing.
• Hire, train, direct, and lead on-site personnel while fostering a positive and productive team environment.
• Oversee leasing, marketing, resident retention, and customer service activities for both housing programs.
• Support the successful opening and ongoing operations of the new UNMC Residences community.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with UNMC, residents, prospective residents, employees, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor occupancy, leasing activity, resident retention, and overall property performance.
• Ensure leasing and resident processes are completed accurately and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Oversee academic-year leasing activities and renewal efforts for UNMC Campus Housing.
• Respond to resident concerns and demonstrate effective problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Oversee property operations, including maintenance coordination, property appearance, safety, and resident satisfaction.
• Monitor financial performance, including collections, deposits, recordkeeping, expense allocation, and adherence to established budget guidelines.
• Prepare and review financial and operational reports and take appropriate action based on property performance.
• Participate in meetings, training, and the annual manager conference as required.
• Assist with other duties and special projects as requested by management.

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the property management industry required.
• Prior student housing or academic-year housing experience preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience in a property management position required, including experience with budgeting, accounting, hiring, employee selection, and performance management.
• Experience with a new construction or lease-up property preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing and leading employees in a property management or related management role required.
• RealPage experience preferred, but not required.
• Strong knowledge of leasing, resident relations, customer service, and property operations.
• Basic math and bookkeeping skills.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use computers and available technology to accomplish job duties.
• Ability to work independently, follow directives, prioritize responsibilities, and work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively and interact positively with residents, employees, vendors, and the general public.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, and move throughout the property as needed to perform job duties.
• Ability to walk throughout the community and conduct property inspections and tours.
• Ability to use stairs and navigate buildings and grounds as necessary to perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull materials and supplies necessary to perform job duties.
• Ability to use a computer and other office equipment for extended periods.

If you meet the basic requirements as outlined above, please apply today!

Qualified individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of the position.

Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package are available. Details will be discussed during the interview process. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer drug screen, criminal background check, civil background check, motor vehicle record review, and any other pre-employment requirements.

Burlington Capital Properties is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Appearance Policy: Burlington Capital Properties' Appearance Policy prohibits exposed tattoos, facial piercings (other than earrings), and unnatural hair colors (such as blue, green, or pink).

Requests for exceptions may be submitted in writing.

To learn more about Burlington Capital Properties, visit Burlington Capital Properties.