The number of apartments coming to the Valley and around
Arizona continues to be a leading story in business and local news
publications. New housing options, many of them unique, luxury communities in
growing areas, are creating new career opportunities for people interested in
residential property management.
Careers in this housing sector tend to be stable, with
lots of room for growth. Many companies offer competitive salaries and benefit
packages, along with bonuses. Some companies have been recognized as great
places to work because of the commitment to a strong, fun culture within those
organizations. Best of all, there’s continuing education available locally for
ambitious employees who enjoy this sector. At every level within these
communities, apartment operators and management companies need staff to work
with residents, and manage and maintain those properties. This sector has a
history of promoting from within and skills gained in residential property
management are portable.
Careers in residential property management are growing so
quickly some community colleges here have started educational programs for
adults. The Arizona Multihousing Association also offers an array of training
programs around fair housing, maintenance and leasing trainings for those
looking to further their careers.
The National Apartment Association continues to make
major investments in training programs for companies to use with their teams
and create residential property management programs in universities and community
colleges around the country with a focus on building a workforce for the
future.
For those just starting out or on the lookout for new
career opportunities, the apartment industry could provide the kind of future
you desire.