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RealManage has earned the prestigious Certified™ recognition from Great Place to Work®, a global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadership excellence. This accolade is a testament to the positive feedback from our employees about their RealManage experience.

At RealManage, we deeply value your professionalism and dedication. We are dedicated to ensuring your long-term career success and consider you not just an employee, but a valued member of our family.

Join us at RealManage and be part of a thriving environment where growth, innovation, and supportive teamwork define our everyday operations.

RealManage is a prominent national firm recognized on the Inc. 5000 list, serving a diverse array of clients including homeowners’ associations (HOAs), condominium associations, cooperatives, luxury high-rises, municipal utility districts, and master-planned communities. Our client base also includes nationally renowned developers and builder clients.

Ranked among the top firms in the community management industry (3 out of 5,000+), RealManage distinguishes itself by delivering exceptional solutions at competitive prices. We leverage cutting-edge cloud-based technologies and mobile apps, supported by industry-leading practices and a highly skilled workforce.

Our mission at RealManage is to offer comprehensive and innovative solutions that consistently surpass customer expectations. We prioritize transparency and visibility in all client interactions, continuously measuring our performance to achieve rapid improvement. We foster a workplace culture that promotes professionalism, encourages growth, and embraces diversity. By maintaining financial strength and focusing on continual innovation, we aim to lead the industry with pioneering advancements.

Join RealManage and contribute to a company dedicated to excellence, innovation, and delivering unparalleled service in community management.

RealManage is a values-based company with the following values as our guiding principles:

• Integrity: we always do the right thing.
• Respect: for our customers, employees and company; mutual respect is the cornerstone for every RealManage relationship.
• Selflessness: more than teamwork; we are part of something special and much larger than any of us.
• Personal Relationships: we are a professional services company; people do business with people they like.
• Always Improving: never satisfied, always learning and always growing; one is either getting worse or getting better…never staying the same. At RealManage, we are always getting better.

The Community Association Manager (CAM) is the key ambassador and face of RealManage, responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of a portfolio of community associations. In this vital role, the CAM ensures professional, timely, and top-tier service that aligns with RealManage’s core values, service level agreements, and guiding principles.

You’ll work closely with the Director of Community Association Management (DCAM) and Boards of Directors to support smooth community operations, resolve issues efficiently, promote community harmony, and enhance the overall value and experience of each community.

By building strong, positive relationships with homeowners, board members, and vendors, you will play a critical role in delivering exceptional customer satisfaction and fostering vibrant, well-managed communities.

• Respond promptly to all emails and calls—within 24 hours—while upholding RealManage's guiding principles.
• Oversee the daily operations of a portfolio of community associations, providing strategic and operational guidance to Boards of Directors.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to Boards, assisting with contractor selection, insurance coordination, and long-term planning.
• Lead, mentor, and support staff to foster professional growth and high performance.
• Build strong relationships with residents, promote clear communication and a collaborative community culture.
• Develop and execute strategic plans to enhance services, amenities, and operational efficiency.
• Ensure full compliance with governing documents, legal regulations, and industry standards.
• Manage vendor relationships, including bidding, contract negotiation, oversight, and issue resolution.
• Review, approve, and oversee vendor payments in coordination with community budgets.
• Prepare and manage annual budgets for multiple communities, ensuring accuracy and alignment with Board objectives.
• Collaborate with accounting on financial performance, including invoice processing, cash flow management, and variance analysis.
• Monitor collections and accounts receivable, initiating legal actions when necessary to protect association interests.
• Present clear, timely financial and operational reports to Boards and stakeholders.
• Provide consistent updates on community matters—such as collections, compliance, service requests, and work orders.
• Oversee community projects (repairs, maintenance, improvements), ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget adherence.
• Implement risk management strategies and maintain proper insurance coverage; manage claims to resolution.
• Prepare for and conduct Board and Annual Meetings, including producing monthly management reports with actionable insights.
• Address escalated homeowner concerns professionally and effectively.
• Proactively identify opportunities for service and operational improvement.
• Participate in required team and training meetings to stay informed and up to date.
• Conduct all duties with the highest level of personal, professional, and ethical integrity.
• Analyze and navigate complex issues with sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Complete special projects and additional responsibilities as assigned.

Disclaimer

This description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. The employee may perform other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of this position.

• CMCA or state-equivalent certifications desired.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Minimum 3 years in community management experience, in addition to other professional work experiences that demonstrate leadership capabilities.
• Proven ability to effectively manage and lead a team.
• Experienced in managing complex developer portfolios and relationships.
• Strong understanding of community association business and financial statements.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• High integrity, honesty, professionalism, and customer service orientation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with both internal and external customers.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, computer, and printer.
• Constantly positions self to maintain files in file cabinets.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• The ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Frequently move boxes weighing up to 20 lbs across the office for various needs.
• Works in outdoor weather conditions while onsite at various communities.
• Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder or stairs.

$73,000 to $79,000, depending on education and experience.

Benefits include:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• HSA (Required High-Deductible Medical Plan to be eligible)
• FSA
• Education Reimbursement
• 401K matching
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 11 paid Holidays

RealManage is a values-based, equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.