Community Manager

Socket.dev; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an experienced Community Manager (Portfolio) to own a portfolio from day one, serving Boards and homeowners with confidence. You will lead Board meetings, oversee association operations, review budgets, and coordinate with internal teams.

This role offers hybrid flexibility and a true focus on impact in a dynamic environment. The position emphasizes independent leadership, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple communities with agility.

Qualifications

• Direct HOA / Community Management experience.
• Strong communication skills with Boards and homeowners.
• Working knowledge of financials, budgets, and operational planning.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across communities.
• Organized, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Own the full lifecycle of your portfolio and serve as trusted partner to Boards and homeowners.
• Lead Board meetings, prepare agendas, ensure timely follow-up.
• Manage association operations in line with governing documents and management agreements.
• Review financials and budgets, provide insights and recommendations.
• Oversee vendors, contracts, and capital projects.
• Manage compliance, collections, and risk awareness.
• Conduct site inspections and maintain community standards.
• Coordinate with internal teams, including Client Shared Service Center.

Skills

HOA / Community management

Board communication

Budget and financials

Prioritization

Organized & proactive

Job description

If you're an experienced Community Manager looking for flexibility, strong compensation, and a role where you can make an immediate impact, this opportunity is designed for you.

We're seeking a proven Community Manager (Portfolio) who brings direct HOA/community management experience and can confidently lead a portfolio of associations from day one.

What You'll Do

As a Community Manager, you'll own the full lifecycle of your portfolio and serve as the trusted partner to Boards and homeowners.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the primary liaison to Boards of Directors and homeowners
• Leading Board meetings, preparing agendas, and ensuring timely follow-up
• Managing association operations in alignment with governing documents and management agreements
• Reviewing financials and budgets, providing insight and recommendations
• Overseeing vendors, contracts, and capital projects
• Managing compliance, collections, and risk awareness
• Conducting site inspections and maintaining community standards
• Coordinating with internal teams, including the Client Shared Service Center

Why This Role Stands Out

This position offers experienced-level compensation, true hybrid flexibility, and choice of work location, backed by a company that provides the tools and support needed to succeed.

Full time role

Address: 9610 Waples St. San Diego, CA 92121

Compensation:70,304-$84,000/annually;direct experience highly considered.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For

This is not an entry-level role. We are specifically seeking candidates who can operate independently and lead with confidence.

Required:

• Direct HOA / Community Management experience
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with Boards
• Working knowledge of financials, budgets, and operational planning
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and communities effectively
• Organized, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset

Preferred:

• Industry certifications or licenses (CMCA, CCAM, AMS, etc.)

Work Environment

This is a highly interactive, relationship-driven role. You'll spend time in the office, in the field, and working with communities. Local travel within your portfolio may be required.