Community Associate (HOA Manager in Training)
Waccamaw Management, LLC, Charleston, SC, United States
What is a Community Associate (Manager in Training) role?
The Community Associate (CA) or “Manager in Training” is a full‑time, salaried role that immerses newcomers in community management. CAs shadow community managers (CMs) within the regional office, begin the educational journey to become a portfolio manager, and are mentored by specialists. Once the level of knowledge and expertise aligns with holding a portfolio of properties, a CA can be promoted to a community manager position, typically within six to eighteen months, based on check‑ins and performance reviews with their supervisor.
What You Will Learn to Do as a Community Associate
Maintain an open line of communication with boards of directors and homeowners.
Prepare and present budgets to your boards.
Analyze monthly financial reports and create variance reports for your boards.
Create monthly management reports.
Contact and coordinate with vendors for community maintenance projects.
Oversee daily operations of your portfolio of communities.
Regularly attend board meetings as well as internal team meetings.
Supervise administrative and maintenance staff when applicable.
What Will the Community Associate Journey Look Like?
CAMS provides training through a learning management system and hands‑on opportunities. New CAs follow a “learning path” of modules, work closely with a mentor or shadow an experienced team member, assist in different departments, attend on‑site meetings and inspections, act as administrative assistants, and participate in monthly in‑house meetings that serve as continued training for community managers.
Requirements
Proven proficiency in learning new technology.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Proven capability to review and analyze financial reports.
Grasp of contractual bidding processes.
Knowledge of proper meeting order.
Familiarity with the architectural request process.
Ability to create and maintain a proper working budget.
Preferred Education, Licensing, And Experience
Associate degree or higher preferred.
Property Management related experience.
Benefits & Salary
The salary range for this position is $45,000–$48,000 annually, determined by the candidate’s previous experience and qualifications, which are examined during the interview.
The CAMS Compensation Package Includes
Paid Time Off
Paid Company Holidays
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k)
Life Insurance
Short‑term Disability
Long‑term Disability
Accident coverage
Critical Illness coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Bonus opportunities and stipends for business mileage are available once a community associate graduates to a community manager position.
CAMS' Core Values
We are here to serve: Acts of service can be both big and small, and it is our responsibility to maintain a mindset of service towards both our clients and teammates.
We use good judgment: Regardless of the ease or difficulty of a situation, we always strive to use our best judgment.
We are here to learn and grow: We are constantly pursuing education and training opportunities for staff and learning from our management experiences. In every situation and interaction, there is a lesson to be learned.
We take ownership: We rely on each team member to take ownership of their work and responsibilities to meet our obligations to our customers and each other.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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The Community Associate (CA) or “Manager in Training” is a full‑time, salaried role that immerses newcomers in community management. CAs shadow community managers (CMs) within the regional office, begin the educational journey to become a portfolio manager, and are mentored by specialists. Once the level of knowledge and expertise aligns with holding a portfolio of properties, a CA can be promoted to a community manager position, typically within six to eighteen months, based on check‑ins and performance reviews with their supervisor.
What You Will Learn to Do as a Community Associate
Maintain an open line of communication with boards of directors and homeowners.
Prepare and present budgets to your boards.
Analyze monthly financial reports and create variance reports for your boards.
Create monthly management reports.
Contact and coordinate with vendors for community maintenance projects.
Oversee daily operations of your portfolio of communities.
Regularly attend board meetings as well as internal team meetings.
Supervise administrative and maintenance staff when applicable.
What Will the Community Associate Journey Look Like?
CAMS provides training through a learning management system and hands‑on opportunities. New CAs follow a “learning path” of modules, work closely with a mentor or shadow an experienced team member, assist in different departments, attend on‑site meetings and inspections, act as administrative assistants, and participate in monthly in‑house meetings that serve as continued training for community managers.
Requirements
Proven proficiency in learning new technology.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Proven capability to review and analyze financial reports.
Grasp of contractual bidding processes.
Knowledge of proper meeting order.
Familiarity with the architectural request process.
Ability to create and maintain a proper working budget.
Preferred Education, Licensing, And Experience
Associate degree or higher preferred.
Property Management related experience.
Benefits & Salary
The salary range for this position is $45,000–$48,000 annually, determined by the candidate’s previous experience and qualifications, which are examined during the interview.
The CAMS Compensation Package Includes
Paid Time Off
Paid Company Holidays
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k)
Life Insurance
Short‑term Disability
Long‑term Disability
Accident coverage
Critical Illness coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Bonus opportunities and stipends for business mileage are available once a community associate graduates to a community manager position.
CAMS' Core Values
We are here to serve: Acts of service can be both big and small, and it is our responsibility to maintain a mindset of service towards both our clients and teammates.
We use good judgment: Regardless of the ease or difficulty of a situation, we always strive to use our best judgment.
We are here to learn and grow: We are constantly pursuing education and training opportunities for staff and learning from our management experiences. In every situation and interaction, there is a lesson to be learned.
We take ownership: We rely on each team member to take ownership of their work and responsibilities to meet our obligations to our customers and each other.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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