Administrative Manager

Lake Of The Pines Association; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake of the Pines Association in Auburn, CA is seeking an Administrative Manager to lead administrative, environmental control, and recreation departments. This senior role reports to the General Manager and engages with the Board of Directors, committees, and residents to drive governance, communications, and operational excellence.

The position requires a 4-year degree and substantial leadership experience, with a salary range of $84,000 to $99,800 annually plus benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, management, or related field preferred; seven years of related experience including leadership and team management.
• Significant management and leadership experience in a complex, service-oriented organization.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, manage multiple departments and priorities, and achieve organizational results.
• Strong operational, organizational, communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a Board of Directors, committees, staff, residents, vendors, and professional advisors.
• High level of technological proficiency and ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Experience with governance, regulatory compliance, risk management, or insurance administration preferred.
• Knowledge of California common-interest development and the Davis-Stirling Act preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct management and oversight of administrative services to member-owners, including IT, communications, recreation services, and compliance with CC&Rs and Environmental Standards.
• Have direct responsibility for Administration, Environmental Control, and Recreation Departments and staff.
• Build relationships with residents, staff, Board, committees, and other contributors to Lake of the Pines.
• Represent the Association with professionalism, integrity, and follow-through.
• Lead organizational vision and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee departmental budgets, expenditures, and financial performance.
• Coordinate governance activities including Board meetings and elections.
• Ensure adherence to governing documents and applicable California laws.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Budget management

Communication

Facilitation

Problem solving

Governance knowledge

Davis-Stirling Act knowledge

Technology proficiency

Board liaison

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 7+ years experience

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Lake of the Pines Association - Auburn, CA 95602 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $84,000.00 - $99,800.00 Salary/year

Lake of the Pines Association (LOPA) is accepting applications for the position of Administrative Manager. Reporting to the General Manager, the Administrative Manager is a key member of the Executive Management Team with direct oversight of the Administration, Environmental Control, and Recreation Departments. This senior role serves as a primary liaison to the Board of Directors, coordinates the annual Board election and Annual Member Meeting, supports Board meeting preparation and follow-up, and oversees membership communications. Strong knowledge of association governing documents and the Davis-Stirling Act is essential.

Situated around a 232-acre lake, Lake of the Pines is a 2,000-home, 60-year-old gated community in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, approximately 46 miles northeast of Sacramento. Residents and guests enjoy scenic surroundings, abundant wildlife, extensive outdoor recreation, and a host of onsite amenities, including golf course, two restaurants, swimming pool, tennis courts, pickleball courts, and seven parks. Lake of the Pines is a multigenerational and socioeconomically diverse community.

This is a full-time, Exempt executive team position with a competitive salary commensurate with experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement contribution, and paid time off. Salary range includes $84,000-99,800 annually, depending on experience, education, and qualifications. A pre-employment background search is required following a conditional offer of employment.

Position Overview

• Provide direct management and general oversight of administrative services to member-owners, including amenity fees and usage, IT, communications, recreation services, and compliance with CC&Rs and Environmental Standards.
• Have direct and full responsibility for the Administration, Environmental Control, and Recreation Departments and their staff.
• Build effective relationships with residents, guests, staff, Department Leaders, the Board of Directors, Committees, and other contributors to the success of Lake of the Pines.
• Represent the Association with professionalism, integrity, sound judgment, and consistent follow-through.

Leadership/ Department Management

• Provide effective leadership and operational management focused on vision, continuous improvement, prudent risk-taking, and organizational success.
• Use an inclusive, participatory approach while providing clear direction, establishing goals and timelines, and holding staff accountable for performance.
• Balance hands-on management with appropriate delegation, coaching, mentoring, and professional development.
• Oversee departmental budgets, including planning, monitoring expenditures, managing within approved budgets, and identifying variances or financial concerns.
• Demonstrate strong operational knowledge, a proven record of achieving goals, and a positive, solutions-oriented approach.
• Foster a positive, engaging, and competent service culture while remaining responsive, calm, and constructive when addressing challenges.

Board of Directors Liaison

• Take the predominant role in preparing, planning, and recording monthly Board executive sessions and open meetings, as well as the Annual Member Meeting and Annual Board Orientation.
• Maintain accurate records and proper publication of Board actions and follow up on implementation.
• Maintain documentation of communications between legal counsel and management, including the Board, and communicate with legal counsel in the General Manager’s absence, as needed.
• Manage the election process from candidate recruitment through announcement of the ballot count, including election coordination and ballot management.

Governing Documents, Laws/Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure adherence to the Association’s CC&Rs, Bylaws, and applicable California laws and regulations.
• Understand and apply the California Civil Code, particularly the Davis-Stirling Act, as it relates to the day-to-day operations and governance of planned communities.
• Read, interpret, and apply applicable statutes, regulations, and governing requirements.

Insurance/Risk Management

• Coordinate and manage the Association’s annual renewal of its multiple insurance policies and coverages, including required information, broker and carrier coordination, renewal requirements, and timely completion.
• Maintain accurate insurance records and communicate renewal status and material coverage matters to the General Manager, Executive Team, and Board, as appropriate.

Committee/Community Engagement

• Coordinate membership notification of committee meetings and distribution of committee minutes in coordination with Administration.
• Organize the Annual Committee Appreciation event with the Food & Beverage Manager.
• Build positive relationships with residents, guests, and Committee members through warmth, sincerity, empathy, and genuine care.
• Be an approachable, diplomatic listener and facilitator who can create a calm, constructive environment and communicate difficult decisions respectfully.

Communications

• Oversee daily and weekly membership e-blasts, the monthly newspaper, and communications displayed on digital monitors.
• Manage the official LOP Facebook page and maintain the Association’s Instagram page.
• Ensure clear, professional, and appropriate communication across Association platforms and effectively represent the Association through strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication.

Information Technology

• Provide limited oversight of the Association’s basic IT support needs, including staff logins/passwords and questions about online business tools.
• Coordinate assigned IT projects and ensure appropriate follow-through.
• Oversee the Association’s business online tool subscriptions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in business administration, public administration, management, or a related field preferred; minimum of seven years of related experience and training, including leadership and team management.
• Significant management and leadership experience, preferably in a complex, service-oriented organization.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, manage multiple departments and priorities, and achieve organizational results.
• Strong operational, organizational, communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a Board of Directors, committees, staff, residents, vendors, and professional advisors.
• High level of technological proficiency and ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems and software.
• Experience with governance, regulatory compliance, risk management, or insurance administration preferred.
• Knowledge of California common-interest development and the Davis-Stirling Act preferred.