Traveling Operations Specialist

Campus Advantage

Traveling Operations Specialist leading property management at student housing communities nationwide. Ensuring operational excellence and resident satisfaction while traveling extensively across the United States.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in property management, team leadership, and operational excellence within student housing environments. Proven ability to develop high-performing teams, execute effective leasing strategies, and manage financial performance to enhance asset value.

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Property Management ExperienceTeam LeadershipFinancial Performance AnalysisLeasing and Marketing StrategiesStudent Housing Experience

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Hard Skills

Budget DevelopmentVariance ReportingRevenue Enhancement StrategiesPreventative Maintenance ProgramsOperational Strategy Execution

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationPositive Culture BuildingAccountability

Tools & Technologies

RealPageProperty Management Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business AdministrationHospitalityReal Estate

Industry Keywords

Student HousingResident ExperienceAsset MaintenanceOperational ExcellenceLeasing Best Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Community Operations
Serve as the interim operational leader at student housing communities nationwide.
Quickly assess property operations, team performance, and business needs to implement solutions.
Partner closely with Regional Managers and property teams to execute business objectives and operational strategies.
Ensure communities consistently meet Yugo standards for resident experience, asset maintenance, and operational excellence.
Develop and Coach Teams
Build, mentor, and develop high-performing onsite teams.
Support onboarding, training, and performance development of property staff.
Provide leadership during transitions and periods of organizational change.
Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountability-driven culture.
Drive Leasing, Marketing & Resident Experience
Execute effective leasing and marketing strategies to maximize occupancy and revenue.
Train teams on Yugo leasing and marketing best practices.
Monitor resident satisfaction and support successful residence life programming.
Build strong relationships with residents, guarantors, clients, and internal stakeholders.
Manage Financial Performance
Develop and oversee annual operating budgets and property business plans.
Analyze financial performance, prepare variance reports, and implement revenue-enhancement strategies.
Oversee rent collections, account reconciliations, and accounts payable processes.
Support cash management initiatives that drive NOI and asset value.
Protect and Enhance Assets
Ensure communities are maintained to Yugo's operational and brand standards.
Oversee preventative maintenance programs, safety inspections, and compliance requirements.
Lead annual turn planning and execution.
Collaborate with clients and corporate teams on capital improvement projects.
Support Operational Excellence
Serve as a trainer and operational resource to ensure consistency across the portfolio.
Reinforce Yugo policies, procedures, and best practices.
Meet critical deadlines and support teams in achieving operational goals.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality, Real Estate, or a related field.
Minimum 4 years of property management experience in residential rental housing.
Ability and willingness to travel extensively (80-90%) nationwide.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently, including extended assignments.
Student housing experience strongly preferred.
Experience leading teams through operational transitions, new acquisitions, or management changes.
Experience with RealPage or comparable property management software.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Generous benefits package! Including health, dental and vision
401k + 4% employer matching
Three weeks of PTO
Paid Wellness Time
11 paid Holidays
Minimum one-week paid wellness time
Paid Parental Leave
1 Paid Volunteer Day
1 Paid YuDay
Company paid STD, LTD and Life insurance