What Is It Like to Work at Aspen Square Management?
By: Morgan Wagner
Aspen Square Management isn't just a property management company; it's a place where careers flourish, communities thrive, and employees become part of a nationwide family. With over 70 apartment communities (and growing!) across the country, Aspen offers unique opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive, innovative, and fun work environment!
Growth and Opportunity
At Aspen Square Management, we believe in growing careers from within. Our team members are encouraged to take on challenges, expand their skills, and seize opportunities for advancement. Many of our leaders began their Aspen journey in entry-level roles and have advanced their careers to senior positions.
Whether you’re just starting your career or you’re a seasoned professional, Aspen provides the tools and mentorship to help you succeed.
"Aspen offers the tools to succeed not only professionally, but personally. Since day one, I always felt confident that I'll have the necessary support for growth opportunities." - Omayra Gonzalez Merced, Property Manager
"When I first started with Aspen, I started as a Porter looking to get into the HVAC field and my talent was recognized and mentored, being able to promote into a Make Ready position, and then Foreman, to District Supervisor, and eventually a National Supervisor position." - Rob Elder, National Operations Manager
Training Programs that Make an Impact
Aspen is committed to helping our employees flourish. From day one, you’ll experience comprehensive onboarding and training programs to set you up for success.
Throughout your tenure, you will be provided additional training opportunities to continue enhancing your skills, from webinars to virtual "boot camps," and even opportunities for in-person training courses at our Home Office, such as our Leasing All-Stars and Management 101 courses.
These programs are designed to enhance your skills in leasing, marketing, customer service, and team leadership, all while building connections with colleagues from across the country.
"Aspen does a fantastic job at training in all facets but the bootcamps are absolutely fantastic. The trainers are fun and energetic, while offering in depth training to take you to the next level in your position. With all of the awesome trainings and bootcamps, Aspen builds such a great culture of Community. I know I have resources, both in trainers and other Managers at any given time and it’s a great feeling to have that kind of support." - Krista Mosley, Property Manager
Our Culture
Our team embodies a “One Team” spirit, where all departments work together for our common mission, which is to provide an exceptional apartment living experience and the very best customer service. Our team thrives on a collective commitment to go above and beyond, ensuring success with our can-do attitude and a passion for making a difference in the communities we serve. Our company thrives because we take a people-centric approach, setting us apart in the property management industry.
What It’s Like to Work in the Leasing Office
Leasing Office team members are the face of Aspen Square Management, creating memorable experiences for both prospective and current residents. We pride ourselves on providing superior customer service and the best communities in the industry. From conducting tours to planning resident events, outreach marketing, and social media, no two days are alike in the Leasing Office!
"Being a leasing professional, we're the ones that are getting the prospective residents to come into the office, giving them the best experience possible, really showing them the beauty of our properties, and then handling the admin things for them to make it a smooth move-in. We want them to have the best experience possible from the time that they first walk in to the time that they move-in, and we facilitate that process." - Alana May, Leasing Agent
What It’s Like to Work on the Maintenance Team
Our maintenance teams are the backbone of our communities, ensuring properties are safe, functional, and beautiful! Whether it’s responding to work orders, improving curb appeal, or performing preventative maintenance, these team members make a tangible difference every day.
“I was originally hired to do cabinetry and countertop work, but I also had a lot of other technical skills like A/C and plumbing. Within a few weeks of working with Aspen, they recognized that and I’ve done service work ever since.” - John Pierson, Senior Maintenance Foreman
What It’s Like to Work in the Home Office
Behind the scenes, our Home Office team in Agawam, MA, supports Aspen’s nationwide operations. From Marketing to Finance, HR, I.T., Acquisitions, and more, these teams drive the innovation and strategy that keep Aspen thriving, and provide support for all of our onsite team members out in the field.
"I look forward to being able to come in and touch various projects, talk with different people, and being able to share ideas and work collaboratively with various departments at the Home Office." -Andrea McRitchie, Accounting Controller
Celebrating Our Team
At Aspen, we believe in recognizing and celebrating our employees. From internal promotions to team-building events, we’re all about creating a sense of community and fun! Our motto, "Improving Communities. Improving Lives.", reflects not just our mission for residents, but for our team members, as well.
Why Join Aspen?
- Career Growth: Opportunities to advance within the company.
- Comprehensive Training: Industry-leading onboarding and professional development programs.
- Nationwide Presence: A chance to work at one of our communities across the U.S., and making transitioning flexible.
- Community Impact: Experience a truly rewarding career, and make a difference in the lives of our residents and local communities.
- Team-Oriented Culture: Join a supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued.
- Like-Minded Colleagues: Join a team of like-minded individuals, with a collective commitment to go above and beyond, and a passion for making a difference in the communities we serve!
Ready to start your Aspen journey? Discover our current openings and apply today to become part of a company that truly values its employees. Together, we’re building communities and creating opportunities—one career at a time.