The Initiatives and Process Manager supports operational excellence by leading high-impact initiatives and refining key processes within the property management portfolio. This role focuses on standardizing workflows, enhancing efficiency, and improving the resident and team experience across communities. The ideal candidate combines deep operational knowledge of property management with strong project management and cross-functional leadership capabilities.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Assist in planning and the execution of initiatives to improve service delivery, team performance, and resident satisfaction
- Work closely with operations leadership to identify and prioritize opportunities based on operational goals, revenue impact, or compliance requirements
- Coordinate pilots, rollouts, and post-implementation assessments across communities or regions
- Audit and document current operational workflows (e.g., renewals, move-ins, maintenance requests, collections)
- Design and implement standardized processes to drive consistency, reduce errors, and optimize team capacity
- Partner with technology teams to support digital tools, dashboards, or automation integrations (e.g., Entrata, EliseAI, Vero, etc.)
- Collaborate with training teams to develop resources that support rollout and adoption of new processes or tools
- Provide hands-on support and field feedback during initial implementation phases
- Track adoption metrics and process effectiveness; recommend iterative improvements as needed
- Serve as liaison between corporate teams (marketing, IT, HR, accounting) and onsite teams to ensure alignment on initiative execution
- Gather feedback from regional and onsite leaders to inform process design and eliminate friction points
- Facilitate recurring update meetings with key stakeholders to maintain transparency and momentum
Key Skills & Qualifications:
- 3–5 years of experience in property management operations, project management, or business process improvement
- In-depth understanding of property operations workflows and technology platforms (e.g., Entrata, Yardi, CRM tools)
- Strong organization and time management skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and rolling out change across multiple sites
- Proficient in project tools and process mapping platforms (e.g., Asana, Smartsheet, Lucidchart, Visio)
We offer
- Competitive Compensation Package
- Bonus Opportunities
- Stock Awards
- Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
- BCBS PPO Health Insurance
- 401k with 4% match
Independence Realty Trust is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, familial, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected classes.
Skills Required
- 3-5 years experience in property management operations, project management, or business process improvement
- In-depth understanding of property operations workflows and technology platforms (Entrata, Yardi, CRM tools)
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and rolling out change across multiple sites
- Strong organization and time management skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proficiency with project tools and process mapping platforms (Asana, Smartsheet, Lucidchart, Visio)
What We Do
Independence Realty Trust, Inc. (NYSE: IRT) is a publicly traded real estate investment trust (REIT) that owns and operates multifamily apartment communities across non-gateway U.S. markets. The company's mission is to provide exceptional living experiences for its residents while delivering attractive risk-adjusted returns for its shareholders through diligent portfolio management and strong operational performance.
