Strategic HOA Community Manager

CAMS (Community Association Management Services); Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive medical, dental, and eye

401(k)

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Hospital Indemnity

Accident coverage

Critical Illness coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CAMS (Community Association Management Services) is seeking a Community Manager to oversee a portfolio of homeowner associations, partnering with board members and vendors to deliver financial oversight and well-run communities.

You will prepare budgets, analyze financial reports, and coordinate maintenance with contractors while guiding boards on governance and best practices. This role emphasizes strong communication and operational excellence across HOA activities.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Relationship building

Financial reporting

MS Office proficiency

Vendor management

Board communications

Budget preparation

Education

CAI designation

Associate degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CAMS (Community Association Management Services) is seeking a Community Manager to oversee a portfolio of homeowner associations, partnering with board members and vendors to deliver financial oversight and well-run communities.

You will prepare budgets, analyze financial reports, and coordinate maintenance with contractors while guiding boards on governance and best practices. This role emphasizes strong communication and operational excellence across HOA activities.