HOATalent is hiring: Community Association Manager in Chicago

Community Association Manager / Portfolio Community Manager

Salary: $70,000 - 85,000

Location: Chicago, IL

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced Community Association Manager (CAM) to oversee a portfolio of condominium and townhome communities. In this role, you’ll partner closely with Boards of Directors to manage day-to-day operations, guide governance matters, and ensure each community is well maintained, financially sound, and running smoothly.

This is a hands-on, client-facing role ideal for someone who’s organized, responsive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.

What You’ll Do

• Manage a portfolio of condominium and/or townhome associations
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Boards, homeowners, vendors, and internal teams
• Prepare for and attend board meetings; present management reports and follow up on action items
• Oversee building maintenance, repairs, and capital improvement projects from bidding through completion
• Inspect properties and vendor work to ensure quality and contract compliance
• Develop operating budgets, reserve plans, and capital improvement budgets
• Review financials, invoices, and payables as directed by each association
• Coordinate vendors, contracts, and ongoing maintenance plans
• Respond to homeowner and board inquiries in a timely, professional manner

What You Bring

• 3+ years of condominium and/or portfolio property management experience
• CAM license required or strongly preferred; CMCA a plus
• Strong understanding of association operations, accounting, and building maintenance
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills
• Comfortable working independently while managing multiple communities
• Proficiency with Google Workspace and/or Microsoft Office; accounting software experience a plus
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

Additional Details

• Local travel between properties required; valid driver’s license needed
• Flexibility for evening meetings or emergency response as needed

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• 401(k) / Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Generous PTO
• Bonus opportunities
• Flexible schedules and work-from-home options (role dependent)
• Wellness programs and company events