Community Association Manager In Training

Associa; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Licensing support

Benefits

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Associa Sierra North in Reno, NV is seeking an Assistant Community Manager in a training role to support Community Managers with homeowner communications, meeting coordination, and documentation. This entry is designed to grow into a licensed Community Manager position through paid training.

You will learn budgeting basics, build relationships with HOA boards and vendors, and progress toward licensure while receiving mentorship and licensing support.

Qualifications

• 1–3+ years in customer service, administration, hospitality, property management, or similar field.
• Strong communication and organization skills.
• Interest in long-term career growth.

Responsibilities

• Support Community Managers with homeowner communication and service requests.
• Assist with HOA meeting coordination, board packets, and documentation.
• Learn financial basics (budgets, invoices, reporting).
• Build relationships with HOA boards, residents and vendors.
• Assist with ARB application processing and on-site inspections.
• Gradually take on a small portfolio as you progress.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Customer service

Administration

Communication

Organization

Property management interest

Job description

With more than 225 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for nearly five million residents worldwide. Our 11,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise, and trailblazing innovation. For more than 43 years, Associa has brought positive impact and meaningful value to communities. To learn more, visit www.associaonline.com.

Launch Your Career in Property & Community Management

At Associa Sierra North, we don’t just hire-we develop future Community Managers. Our Assistant Community Managers provideclerical and administrative support to the Community Manager(s). The Assistant Community Manager is the liaison to the Community Manager(s) and homeowners primarily, but will also occasionally interact with vendors, board members and committee members, as well as staff at the Associa Client Shared Service Center (CSSC) and within the branch office. This is a great role to enter the Association Management industry and provides growth opportunities within our organization.

Due to Nevada licensing requirements, experienced candidates are limited in the market. Instead, we invest in high-potential individuals and fully support their path to becoming a licensed Community Manager. If you're detail-oriented, people-focused, and ready to grow into a leadership role, this is your opportunity.

What You’ll Do (Training Role)

• Support Community Managers with homeowner communication and service requests
• Assist with HOA meeting coordination, board packets, and documentation
• Learn financial basics (budgets, invoices, reporting)
• Build relationships with HOA boards, residents and vendors
• Assist Community Manager with ARB (Architectural Review Board) application processing and perform on-site community inspections as necessary
• Gradually take on a small portfolio as you progress
• Other duties as assigned

Our Paid Career Development Program

We provide a clear path to becoming a licensed Community Manager:

• Paid enrollment in accredited licensing program
• Company-paid exam + licensing fees
• Flexible schedule for coursework
• Mentorship and structured training
• Promotion to Community Manager upon training completion and licensure

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• 1–3+ years in customer service, administration, hospitality, property management, OR similar field
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Interest in long-term career growth
• Professional, solutions-oriented mindset
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle required

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive starting pay + growth opportunity $23/hr
• Paid training and licensing support
• Medical, dental, vision benefits
• PTO + paid holidays
• Career advancement in a growing company

Why Associa Sierra North?

• Clear internal growth pipeline (we promote from within)
• Supportive, team-first culture
• Investment in your professional development
• Stable and growing industry

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.