Headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan, RHP Properties ( ) is the nation's largest private owner and operator of manufactured home communities. With more than 370 communities throughout 30 states, we continue to expand our footprint to provide accessible and affordable housing across the country. All of this would not be possible without the energy and drive of our talented team! We invest in our team members, with regular training, opportunities for advancement, and fun events to bring everyone together.
We are presently seeking an individual who will plan, direct and oversee social events and activities to promote lifestyle enrichment and satisfaction for RHP residents.
As a successful Lifestyle Director, you will:
- Works with leadership team to establish program strategy and goals
- Plans and implements events and programs to enhance the living experiences of residents
- Creates and maintains a master calendar of events for all communities
- Develops and coordinates a range of social events, activities and classes for community residents to accommodate all levels of engagement
- Ensures at least two events at each community per month
- Promotes events through comprehensive communications plans including bulletins, social media and advertising
- Evaluates programs to ensure quality activities that fit the needs of all residents
- Produces a quality calendar of events to be posted or distributed to residents
- Considers safety, accident prevention and overall risk minimization when planning events
- Recognizes individuality and diversity when planning events
- Coordinates with internal staff to communicate and plan events and activities
- Prepares and adheres to program budgets. Tracks and properly records event expenditures.
- Documents and maintains all records as required to effectively manage program expenses and success
- Ensures Community Staff engagement in program delivery at high service levels
- Coordinates community holiday functions and decorations
- Manages contracts related to programs or events
- Anticipates needs, identifies potential problems and proactively implements solutions
- Prepares monthly reports as requested
- Oversees and schedules appropriate facilities, suppliers, equipment, supplies and staffing levels
- Develops and distributes resident newsletters and other lifestyle communications
- Works cooperatively with other RHP departments in planning shared events
- May travel occasionally
Job Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in business, communications, hospitality management or other relevant field, or satisfactory combination of formal education and work experience
- Previous experience in a creative, event coordination or activity planning role
- Excellent organization skills and written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent grammar and writing skills with keen attention to detail
- Multi-family property management or hospitality experience is a plus
- High level of interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with others
- Proficiency with appropriate software applications /programs/tools
Compensation:
This is a full-time opportunity with competitive compensation. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance; short-term and long-term disability; life insurance; paid time off and holidays; flexible spending; and 401k.