Property Manager Jobs in California

A Property Manager is a pivotal figure in the real estate industry, serving as the intermediary between property owners and tenants. They are responsible for managing both the daily operations of residential, commercial, or industrial properties and longer-term strategies like property maintenance, rent collection, budgeting, and the negotiation of rental agreements. Property Managers also oversee tenant complaints, property inspections, and vendor coordination. For a larger property portfolio, they might supervise onsite staff like maintenance or security personnel.

Regarding qualifications, a Property Manager should ideally have a degree in real estate, business administration, or a related field. Additional certifications, such as the Certified Property Manager (CPM) or Residential Management Professional (RMP), can greatly boost their credibility. Key skills include excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in property management software. Prior to becoming a Property Manager, one may have roles such as Leasing Consultant, Property Management Assistant, or Real Estate Agent, which provide foundational knowledge of the real estate industry and property management practices.

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Operations Manager, Hazardous Waste Landfill

  • Kettleman City, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Kettleman City, CA
  • 22 hours ago

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age,...

Station West HOA

Maintenance Manager, Multifamily

Station West HOA in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking a Maintenance Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in plumbing, carpentry, and building maintenance for...

University Village Thousand Oaks

Maintenance Manager

University Village Thousand Oaks is hiring a full time salaried Maintenance Manager! The Maintenance Manager (internally called Plant Operations Manager), in coordination with the Plant Operations...

Maintenance Supervisor

  • Montebello, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Montebello, CA
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities: Oversees, plans and issues work orders to appropriate shift team members for the implementation of equipment modifications as well as preventative and any corrective maintenance....

Operations Manager

  • San Jose, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 5 days ago

Operations Manager Stratford School (#2032), 3800 Blackford Avenue, San Jose, California, United States of America Req #9710 Wednesday, March 12, 2025 Stratford School, part of Spring Education...

Assistant Property Manager

  • Sun Valley, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Sun Valley, CA
  • 6 days ago

Knowledge of fair housing regulations and property management best practices. Benefits: Competitive salary commensurate with experience....

Principal Duties/Responsibilities: To Live and Lead Safety Takes responsibility for employee safety and wellness by deploying the ATS safety program and ensuring effective completion of safety...

Assistant Fleet Maintenance Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 days ago

If you reside in California, please see our California Applicant Privacy Policy for more information about our data handling practices and your data rights. Responsibilities: MV Transportation is...

Sr. Field Operations Manager

  • Fontana, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • Fontana, CA
  • 17 days ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking HERE. ( Summary With a focus on the Truck Maintenance facilities and processes, the Field Operations Manager II provides...

Fleet Maintenance Sr. Operations Manager - FMS

  • West Sacramento, CA
  • 25 days ago
  • West Sacramento, CA
  • 25 days ago

Job Seekers can review the Job Applicant Privacy Policy by clicking here (. Job Description : Now hiring a Sr. Operations Manager for our West Sacramento, CA location! Candidates must have...

Sr. Assistant Community Director - CA - On Site

  • San Mateo, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Education & Experience 4 years' experience in Property Management. High School Diploma or equivalent required....

Facilities Maintenance Manager

  • Montclair, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Montclair, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Works under minimal supervision, managing a staff of facilities maintenance workers and/or contractors who perform cleaning, maintenance, and repairs for Carl Zeiss Meditec Production. Responsible...

VP, Regional Operations Manager

  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Santa Ana, CA
  • 1 hour ago

VP, Regional Operations Manager Banc of California - 2.8 Santa Ana, CA Job Details Full-time $74,000 - $121,500 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health savings account AD&D insurance...

Electrical Maintenance Supervisor - Ontario, OR

  • Ontario, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Listing ID: 4231680 Job Title: Electrical Maintenance Supervisor - Ontario, OR Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Ontario Date Posted: 03/14/2025Hours Worked Per Week: Not...

Operations Manager

  • Livermore, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Livermore, CA
  • 1 hour ago

The Davey Tree Expert Company Operations Manager in Livermore , California Operations Manager Company: Davey Tree Surgery Company Locations: Santa Cruz, CA, Livermore, CA, Salinas, CA, San...

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Salary for Property Manager Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRealEstate research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Property Managers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.0%
High School or GED
14.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.8%
Master's Degree
13.0%
Associate's Degree
12.8%
Some College
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.6%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Property Managers in California
4-6 years
35.0%
1-2 years
25.0%
2-4 years
20.0%
Less than 1 year
10.0%
6-8 years
5.0%
8-10 years
5.0%



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