Community Association Manager - Portfolio

CAMS (Community Association Management Services); Mount Pleasant (SC); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Company Holidays

Comprehensive medical, dental, and? of

401(k) with match

Life Insurance

Health Savings, Flexible Spending and?

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Accident and Critical Illness

Hospital Indemnity

Wellspace Wellness Resources

Bonus opportunities (to be discussed)

Cell phone stipend

Business mileage reimbursement

Job summary

CAMS (Community Association Management Services) is hiring a Community Manager to oversee a portfolio of HOAs, build strong boards relationships, and provide trusted financial guidance. You will collaborate with specialists to support communities and ensure effective governance.

The role emphasizes financial analysis, budgeting, vendor negotiations, and proactive communication across boards, homeowners, and staff, with hybrid work options available.

Qualifications

• Must build strong client and vendor relationships.
• Strong technology aptitude and quick learning
• Experience reviewing financial reports
• Knowledge of HOA insurance/risk management helpful
• Understanding bidding processes and vendor negotiations
• Familiarity with HOA governance and meeting procedures

Responsibilities

• Maintain open communication with board and homeowners.
• Guide boards in budgeting and financial decisions.
• Analyze monthly financials and variance reports.
• Generate monthly management reports for the board.
• Coordinate and oversee maintenance projects with vendors.
• Ensure smooth daily operations of each community.
• Attend board and internal meetings regularly.
• Oversee on-site staff when applicable.
• Support long- and short-term HOA objectives and budgets.
• Collaborate with committees to drive improvements.

Skills

Relationship building

Adaptability

Financial analysis

Communication

Vendor negotiations

Budgeting

Governance knowledge

Project coordination

Education

CAI designation

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you looking to join a company that values a supportive culture, inclusion, growth, and the ability to work in and out of the office on a flexible basis? CAMS (Community Association Management Services), one of the fastest-growing HOA management companies in the southeastern US, was founded on the simple idea that people and relationships come first, and this idea is at the core of everything we do. At CAMS, you will be immersed in a technologically advanced and team-oriented company.

Why CAMS Needs You

As a CAMS Community Manager, you will manage a portfolio of homeowner's associations, build strong relationships with your boards of directors, and provide them with trusted guidance. This role requires a balance of financial expertise and excellent interpersonal skills to help communities thrive. Our managers are supported internally by teams of specialists dedicated to assisting both you and the communities we serve.

What You'll Do Here

• Maintain open and proactive communication with the board of directors and homeowners.
• Guide the board in making informed financial decisions, including preparing and presenting budgets.
• Analyze monthly financial reports and create variance reports to ensure transparency and accuracy.
• Generate and present monthly management reports to the board.
• Coordinate and oversee maintenance projects, working closely with vendors and contractors.
• Ensure daily operations of your community run smoothly and efficiently.
• Regularly attend board meetings as well as internal meetings.
• Supervise administrative and maintenance staff (if applicable).
• Manage short- and long-term objectives and goals of the HOA.
• Develop and recommend the annual operating budget and mid-year forecast in collaboration with HOA committees.
• Recommend and oversee third-party service providers and contractors.
• Provide recommendations for aesthetic, maintenance, and safety improvements to the community.
• Engage with HOA committees such as Finance, ARC, Infrastructure, Landscaping, Marine, and Security, providing guidance to drive excellence.
• Supervise the on-site work order process (if applicable).
• Work closely with external professionals, including engineers, attorneys, insurance professionals, and construction management firms.
• Ensure emergency preparedness and consistent execution of storm management protocols.
• Perform additional job functions as assigned, including direct oversight of on-site staff.

Requirements

• Proven ability to build strong relationships with clients and vendors.
• Strong proficiency in learning and using new technology.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience reviewing and analyzing financial reports.
• Familiarity with HOA insurance policies and risk management.
• Understanding of contractual bidding processes and vendor negotiations.
• Knowledge of proper meeting procedures and governance for HOA boards.
• Ability to develop and maintain a comprehensive working budget.

Preferred Education, Licensing, and Experience:

• 1-2 years of experience in HOA management (strongly preferred).
• CAI designation(s) strongly preferred.
• Associate degree or higher preferred.

Salary & Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $58,000 - $65,000 annually, determined by the candidate's qualifications and will be further discussed during the interview process.

The CAMS compensation package includes:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Company Holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• 401(k) with match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings, Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Accident and Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Wellspace Wellness Resources
• Bonus opportunities (to be discussed in the interview)
• Cell phone stipend
• Business mileage reimbursement