Program Manager - Leadership and Professional Development

Company Description

Who We Are

AIR Communities owns and operates best-in-class apartment communities in major markets across the country. Our communities are managed by team members who are passionate about providing world class customer service to our residents.

Job Description

Role Summary

The Program Manager for Leadership & Professional Development oversees the strategy, execution, and continuous improvement of programs that build leadership capability and professional skills across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with HR leadership to define program strategy aligned to organizational priorities and overall talent strategy
• Develop programs for variety of audiences (front-line onsite personnel, high-potential individuals, new manager, front-line and mid-level management)
• Manage end-to-end program lifecycle (design, launch, delivery, evaluation)
• Partner with senior leaders and HR to identify capability needs
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (facilitators, designers, vendors)
• Track program metrics, outcomes, and ROI
• Ensure consistent learner experience across cohorts and offerings
• Manage program communications, scheduling, and logistics
• Continuously improve programs based on feedback and data insights
• Proactively communicates program impacts to HR leadership
• Deliver training to senior audiences, as needed

Success Measures

• Program participation, completion, and retention rates
• Measurable improvements in leadership/skill capability
• Stakeholder satisfaction and engagement
• Program scalability and operational efficiency

Qualifications

What You Have

Qualifications:

• 5–8+ years of program management or L&D experience
• Strong project management, relationship-building, and organizational skills
• Experience working with internal and external leadership development programs
• Ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders
• Data-driven mindset with experience measuring program impact
• Previous mentorship/coaching experience preferred
• Demonstrates accountability and creative problem-solving skills

Additional Information

Benefits

• An anticipated base salary between $120,000-$140,000 plus annual bonus. Salary will be offered depending on skills and experience.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 14 holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, HSA/FSA plans, short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• An Apartment Benefit option is available to live on-site at the community you are working
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% employer match.
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks.
• Tuition assistance program and up to 100% reimbursement for job-related certifications and licenses.
• 15 hours of paid time annually for community service.
• Commuter benefits and pet insurance.
• Consumer discounts on various products and services.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career growth.

Application Deadline: The initial deadline for applications is 5/24/2026. Applications submitted after this date may still be considered on a rolling basis until the position/program is filled. We encourage all interested candidates to apply as early as possible. If a final decision has not been made by the initial deadline, subsequent applications will be reviewed as they are received.

Candidates extended an offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening that includes checking references, a four-panel drug screening that excludes marijuana testing, employment verification & criminal background check.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.