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Vacation rental, hospitality, housekeeping or property management experience is a plus, but not required Schedule & Pay * $22-$24/hour , depending on experience * Seasonal position beginning December ...

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Vacation rental, hospitality, housekeeping or property management experience is a plus, but not required Schedule & Pay * $22-$24/hour , depending on experience * Seasonal position beginning December ...

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How much do self employed vacation rental property management jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for self employed vacation rental property management in the United States is $39,487.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33,000.00 and $39,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Self Employed Vacation Rental Property Management vs Vacation Rental Agent?

AspectSelf Employed Vacation Rental Property ManagementVacation Rental Agent
CredentialsTypically no formal licensing, but industry certifications can be beneficialOften requires real estate license or certification
Work EnvironmentIndependent, managing multiple properties for ownersAgency-based, representing property owners to renters
Employer & Industry UsageSelf-employed or small business owners in vacation rental industryReal estate agencies or brokerages
Primary FocusManaging property operations, maintenance, and guest experienceMarketing, showing, and leasing vacation rental properties

Self Employed Vacation Rental Property Management involves independently managing properties, focusing on operations and guest services. In contrast, Vacation Rental Agents primarily handle marketing and leasing, often working within real estate agencies. Both roles require industry knowledge but differ in credentials and daily responsibilities.

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Vacation Rental Property Manager

Island Realty

Isle Of Palms, SC • On-site

$45K - $58K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Support guests and owners by handling concerns, inspecting properties, and facilitating resolutions with them.

  • Coordinate with departments such as Guest Services, Marketing, Maintenance, and Housekeeping to ensure effective communication and property management.

  • Analyze reservation and revenue reports to monitor profitability, identify trends, and develop plans to increase income for properties with low revenue.


Job description

Island Realty is looking for someone interested in joining a seasoned team of dedicated Vacation Rental Property Managers, or as we fondly refer to them, "Owner Representatives", who each oversee a portfolio of Vacation Rental properties on picturesque Isle of Palms and Sullivan's Island, SC.

Why Island Realty?

We are a well established, family owned and operated business that has served our community since 1977. We are driven by a continuous improvement mindset and operate within a culture that puts people first. Working a block from the beach doesn't hurt either!


Job Summary

A Vacation Rental Property Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of vacation rental properties, ensuring that they are well-maintained and financially viable, along with maintaining a high level of communication with owners and guests.


Key Tasks and Responsibilities


  • Support guests and owners to include handling concerns, going to properties, inspecting, meeting with guests and owners to facilitate resolutions

  • Work closely with Guest Services, Marketing, Isle Fix It (Maintenance), and Isle Clean It (Housekeeping) to facilitate good communications between departments

  • Analyze reservations and revenue reports to ensure profitability, understand trends, and find areas that need improvement

  • Oversee progress of annual property inspections

  • Develop annual projection of rental revenue and set monthly and quarterly revenue goals

  • Assist OR department team members with implementing plans to increase income in properties with low revenue

  • Answer OR department phone line as needed

  • Respond to all email and telephone inquiries in a timely, professional manner


Education and Experience


  • Bachelor's degree or combination of education + work experience equivalent required

  • 2 years of property management experience required

  • Property Management license required

  • Previous sales experience preferred
  • Hospitality experience preferred


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Proficiency in Word, Excel, and database management systems
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Pleasant, customer service-oriented demeanor
  • Problem solving abilities under pressure
  • Self-starter, ability to work independently


We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is similar to what you see listed here, please consider applying.


Work Schedule

  • Workdays vary; hours between 8:30am-5:30pm with some variation based on needs of the business
  • Weekend availability necessary to cover rotating weekend shift
  • Training (30-day minimum) must be completed on-site at Isle of Palms, SC location.


Compensation and Benefits

  • $45,000-$58,000/Year Salary + Bonus
  • Health, Vision & Dental
  • 401(k) with Employer Matching
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Annual Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Cell Phone Allowance
  • Mileage Reimbursement
  • Professional Development Reimbursement


Island Realty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Island Realtydoes not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations.