General Manager

Equity LifeStyle Properties; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacations, holidays, and sick/pto

Job summary

Equity LifeStyle Properties in Aventura, Florida, seeks a General Manager to lead marina and resort operations, manage a 50+ member team, and drive profitability across the property.

You will oversee guest and resident services, budgeting, and marketing collaboration, ensuring a high-quality experience while maintaining safety and maintenance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience.
• 5+ years of resort or property management experience, preferably in a large Marina setting.
• Experience managing a team of at least 50 employees.
• Sales and/or marketing experience preferred.
• Ability to produce financials and budgets and drive revenues.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the resources and assets of the property, including staff and buildings.
• Provide exceptional customer service to guests and residents.
• Ensure the property is clean and attractive to maximize occupancy.
• Manage seasonal sales staff.
• Recruit, onboard and train top quality employees.
• Engage guests and residents with activities and events.
• Partner with marketing to attract new residents and guests.
• Prepare, analyze and manage the property operating budget and profitability.

Skills

Staff leadership

Budget management

Sales & marketing

Customer service

Recruiting & training

Event planning

Financial analysis

Microsoft Office

Budget optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Financial systems

Job description

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career! ELS is hiring for the position of General Manager in Aventura, Florida.

What You'll Do

• The General Marina Manager is responsible the resources and assets of the property, including staff, buildings and more.
• Provide exceptional customer service to ensure an excellent experience for our guests and residents.
• Ensure that the property is clean and attractive in order to maximize occupancy.
• Manage seasonal sales staff.
• Recruit, onboard and train top quality employees.
• Engage guests and residents with daily, weekly and monthly activities and events.
• Partner with the marketing team to attract new residents and guests.
• Prepare, analyze and manage the operational budget of the property and improve profitability.

Experience & Skills You Need

• Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of resort or property management experience, preferably in a large Marina setting.
• Experience working in an ancillary business, such as a golf course, restaurant and/or rental unit complex also helpful.
• Experience managing a team of at least 50 employees.
• Sales and/or marketing experience preferred.
• Ability to produce financials and budgets, control expenses and identify opportunities to drive revenues.
• Understanding of the complex operational responsibilities associated with this role.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and other web-based applications, including financial systems.
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record and current auto insurance.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision plans
• a generous 401(k) employer match
• paid vacations, holidays, and sick time

We invite you to visit our web site at www.equitylifestyleproperties.com for additional information regarding our exceptional resort communities.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and thank all applicants.

Equity LifeStyle Properties (NYSE: ELS) is the leading operator of Manufactured Home Communities, RV Resorts and Campgrounds in North America. Our appealing properties, located in the most desirable regions of the country, offer a variety of homes and camping options to meet a wide range of customers' needs. ELS has a strong national presence with more than 400 communities and resorts in 32 states and British Columbia and a team of more than 4000 employees.