HOA Community Manager & Operations Lead

Associa; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Associa is seeking a Community Manager I to supervise the operation of a community association in Austin, TX. You will interact with homeowners, vendors, board members, and Associa staff to ensure the association runs smoothly.

Duties include coordinating board meetings, managing budgets, vendor oversight, and maintaining records. The role emphasizes organization, professional communication, and a customer-focused approach to support thriving communities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook) at a proficient level.
• Knowledge of communities/property/real estate and homeowners associations.
• Knowledge of the role of the association board and the Community Association Manager and how those roles interface with residents' requests.
• Knowledge of typical business correspondence (grammar, structure, punctuation, spelling) at a proficient level.
• Knowledge of conflict resolution techniques at a proficient level.
• Professional communication skills (phone, interpersonal, written, verbal).
• Self-motivated, proactive, detail oriented and a team player.
• Time management and time-critical prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the operation and administration of the Association in accordance with management agreement and the Association's policies and procedures.
• Acts as or oversee the primary liaison with the Association Board of Directors and homeowners as needed.
• Perform/Direct administrative and management duties as requested by the Board of Directors and in accordance with the management agreement.
• Ensure Associa community management tools are being effectively developed and utilized such as annual calendar, action item list, resolution worksheets, timed agendas, RFP matrixes, committee charters, procurement procedures, FY operating budget, etc.
• Review monthly financial reports and ensure management summary is submitted to the association Board of Directors.
• Provide and/or oversee recommendations to the Association Board of Directors and committees regarding major capital expenditures as required to maintain the desired community appearance and operation.
• Monitor corporate and client delinquency rates and collections process for account portfolio.
• Attend Board meetings per the management agreement and community events as needed.
• Prepare Board packages according to established time frames.
• Ensure Board of Directors is aware of legal actions involving the Association.
• Maintain unit and contract files relating to the operations of the Association.
• Assist Board of Directors/ARB with architectural review process and/or routine inspections as necessary.
• Responsible for maintenance of C3 data base, including updating resident information.
• Responsible for routine and special project vendor management including procurement as well as performance evaluation as contracted.
• Responsible for oversight of Associa staff as contract provides.
• Coordinate and/or oversee inspection of building facilities and/or common area and arrange appropriate follow up actions as required.
• Oversee the AP process in accordance with Associa home office processes and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Real estate knowledge

Professional communication

Conflict resolution

Time management

Team player

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Associa is seeking a Community Manager I to supervise the operation of a community association in Austin, TX. You will interact with homeowners, vendors, board members, and Associa staff to ensure the association runs smoothly.

Duties include coordinating board meetings, managing budgets, vendor oversight, and maintaining records. The role emphasizes organization, professional communication, and a customer-focused approach to support thriving communities.