Portfolio Community Association Manager

FirstService Residential; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstService Residential in Hoffman Estates, IL is seeking an experienced Community Association Manager to oversee daily operations, support board goals, and serve homeowners, boards, and vendors.

You'll lead budgets, contracts, and assets, facilitate board meetings, and drive project execution while delivering exceptional resident service and ensuring compliance across communities.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Organized, solutions-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in community or property management, operations, or leadership roles.
• Knowledge of budgeting, project coordination, and compliance; Illinois CAM license preferred/required depending on role.
• Growth-minded team player eager to learn, lead, and contribute positively.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily community operations and support Board goals.
• Build relationships with homeowners, Board members, vendors, and partners.
• Oversee budgets, financial reporting, contracts, and community assets.
• Facilitate Board meetings, provide strategic guidance, and drive project execution.
• Deliver exceptional resident service while ensuring compliance.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Organization

Problem-solving

Customer service

Job description

Experienced licensed CAM or looking for a rewarding career change? We'd love to connect.

Are you a people-focused professional who thrives on organization, problem-solving, and building strong communities? We are seeking a motivated Community Association Manager to oversee the daily operations of residential communities and serve as a trusted partner to homeowners, board members, and service providers.

What You'll Get To Do

• Lead daily community operations and support Board goals and initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with homeowners, Board members, vendors, and community partners.
• Oversee budgets, financial reporting, contracts, and community assets.
• Facilitate Board meetings, provide strategic guidance, and drive project execution.
• Deliver exceptional resident service while ensuring compliance and enhancing community value.

What We're Looking For

Strong communicator with exceptional relationship-building and customer service skills

Organized, solutions-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment

Experience in community management, property management, operations, hospitality, or other leadership roles

Knowledge of budgeting, project coordination, and compliance; Illinois CAM license preferred/required depending on role

Growth-minded team player eager to learn, lead, and make a positive impact