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The Management Trust
Position Title: Sr. Community Association Manager
Location: Corona, CA
Reporting To: Associate VP of Community Management
Status: Exempt, Full-Time
Salary: $78,000 - $85,000 DOE
COMPANY PROFILE:
The Management Trust (http://www.managementtrust.com) is a community association management company. We believe that building and maintaining a community takes more than just hammers and nails. It takes integrity, trust, experience, and support. Our success is based on the belief that effective management anticipates our clients’ needs, not merely reacts to them. We are a company of creative and committed individuals driven by grand aspirations and are proud to be the only 100% employee-owned community management firm in the nation. Our Employee Owners are encouraged to actively participate in growing our business by helping define best practices every day. It is in this spirit that we encourage you to explore this opportunity to join The Management Trust team.
EMPLOYEE OWNER POSITION PURPOSE:
The Sr. Community Association Manager is responsible for the management of the operations, maintenance, and oversight of designated Homeowner Association, including, but not limited to the specific tasks as outlined below. This role acts as a mentor and training support for newer managers by sharing industry knowledge and experience in guiding fellow team members to solutions. Acts as a proactive leader with Boards of Directors and Developer contacts in taking a proactive approach to maintenance, financial forecasting, and planning for the future of client communities. Always thinks through Board Members’ positions and provide them with comprehensive information, anticipating their questions, before asking them to render decisions, which is key to Leadership Management. Maintains a position of trust with the client by listening to concerns and responding timely and completely. Actively supports client satisfaction and retention by overseeing the follow through of client tasks – fully leveraging internal support teams, systems, training, and resources. Business is conducted under the direction of the Board of Directors in accordance with state regulations, the Association’s Governing Documents, community management industry standards, and local ordinances, with a professional, helpful, and courteous customer experience focus.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage a portfolio of assigned communities that may include single family, townhomes, condominiums, or commercial industrial complexes necessitating a skill set in strategic planning, custom processes, master/sub-association coordination, delegate districts, large-scale renovations, or large-scale governance models
- Coordinate with multiple support teams to oversee tasks and ensure Association deliverables are met in a timely manner
- Accountable to client requests and tasks, maintains visibility and communication with internal and external partners to ensure they meet the goals established by the Board for relevance, budget, and quality of service.
- Guide, assist, and recommend a course of action for Board members to conduct business using Leadership Management (proactive planning)
- Manage the proactive planning, large-scale projects, and legal deadlines for the Association. Serve as primary point of contact for the Board of Directors and Committees in coordination with an Assistant Community Manager and other support team members
- Perform periodic physical site inspections or visits as needed to oversee projects, condition of common areas, or membership compliance with Association use restrictions and operating rules. May also review the completion of inspections by other team members for property status.
- Carry out the policies and directives adopted by the Board in accordance with our contractual terms and conditions and effectively communicate updates to support teams.
- Maintain current knowledge of governing documents, applicable state regulations, and local ordinances that apply to each assigned community
- Responsible for oversight of the condition and recurring maintenance physical property of the Association in accordance with our contractual terms and conditions
- Direct and oversee tasks assigned to support team to compile and prepare information and paperwork for Board meeting and Annual Membership meetings, including Managers Report, agenda, previous meeting minutes, executive session items, architectural items, bank signature cards, ballots, and violation/work order reports.
- Attend Board and committee meetings as needed and required
- Ensures all Association deadlines for maintenance and legal obligations are met
- Ability to review community history, reports and documentation in preparation of annual draft budget information.
- Review and code invoices for payment, monitor cash and reserve accounts for cash flow planning for major improvements, issue check requests for reimbursement/other expenses, review budget and financial reports for reclassification of expenses and/or areas of concerns, and work with accounting staff to address Board questions and concerns.
- Assist the Association committee(s), volunteers, and/or vendors if requested to obtain bids for projects and to coordinate the inspection and preparation of the reserve study update
- Manage newer clients to ensure all setup, documentation and on-boarding is complete
- Manage highly complex community restoration or construction projects in partnership with vendors and contractor(s)
- Supports the office in providing insight and answering questions of newer managers regarding company policies and general industry best practices
- Other duties and special projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma (or equivalent)
- At least (5+) year of experience as a Community Manager handling the duties and responsibilities specified above
- May require industry certifications or licensing (state dependent)
- Solid knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
- Strong leadership abilities and comfort with public speaking (small and large groups)
- Ability to meet deadlines and address time-sensitive issues
- Ability to manage workflow amid shifting priorities
- Willing to learn Company process and procedures, and learn/use proprietary software
- Work independently, with little oversight, and with accountability to Division Leadership for the end result achieved
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and ownership mentality; we believe each employee can build his/her own future
- Strong ability to problem solve and utilize resources to bring solutions to client challenges
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to delegate to internal support team members, while maintaining accountability for the end result
- Ability to provide conflict resolution to personality challenges that may arise with Board members or homeowners in a calm manner
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have reliable transportation to conduct site visits and be available for evenings and occasional weekend meetings
- Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance in compliance with Company policy
- Must be able to drive in the dark if required
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Use standard office equipment, including: computer, multiple web-based applications, smartphone, tablet, copier/scanner, etc.
- Must be able to walk for up to 4 hours at a time for site visits and meetings
- Be stationary for periods of time
- Relocate up to (25) pounds
- Travel to and from offsite locations
SUPERVISES OTHERS? IF SO, LIST:
- None
SCHEDULE & TRAVEL:
- Monday-Friday from approx. 8:00 am-5:00 pm
- This position may require occasional long hours to meet business needs (including weekends)
The Management Trust is an Equal Opportunity employer. We support celebrate and support diversity.
TMT reserves the right to modify this job description at any time b
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
The Management Trust
Position Title: Sr. Community Association Manager
Location: Corona, CA
Reporting To: Associate VP of Community Management
Status: Exempt, Full-Time
Salary: $78,000 - $85,000 DOE
COMPANY PROFILE:
The Management Trust (http://www.managementtrust.com) is a community association management company. We believe that building and maintaining a community takes more than just hammers and nails. It takes integrity, trust, experience, and support. Our success is based on the belief that effective management anticipates our clients’ needs, not merely reacts to them. We are a company of creative and committed individuals driven by grand aspirations and are proud to be the only 100% employee-owned community management firm in the nation. Our Employee Owners are encouraged to actively participate in growing our business by helping define best practices every day. It is in this spirit that we encourage you to explore this opportunity to join The Management Trust team.
EMPLOYEE OWNER POSITION PURPOSE:
The Sr. Community Association Manager is responsible for the management of the operations, maintenance, and oversight of designated Homeowner Association, including, but not limited to the specific tasks as outlined below. This role acts as a mentor and training support for newer managers by sharing industry knowledge and experience in guiding fellow team members to solutions. Acts as a proactive leader with Boards of Directors and Developer contacts in taking a proactive approach to maintenance, financial forecasting, and planning for the future of client communities. Always thinks through Board Members’ positions and provide them with comprehensive information, anticipating their questions, before asking them to render decisions, which is key to Leadership Management. Maintains a position of trust with the client by listening to concerns and responding timely and completely. Actively supports client satisfaction and retention by overseeing the follow through of client tasks – fully leveraging internal support teams, systems, training, and resources. Business is conducted under the direction of the Board of Directors in accordance with state regulations, the Association’s Governing Documents, community management industry standards, and local ordinances, with a professional, helpful, and courteous customer experience focus.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage a portfolio of assigned communities that may include single family, townhomes, condominiums, or commercial industrial complexes necessitating a skill set in strategic planning, custom processes, master/sub-association coordination, delegate districts, large-scale renovations, or large-scale governance models
- Coordinate with multiple support teams to oversee tasks and ensure Association deliverables are met in a timely manner
- Accountable to client requests and tasks, maintains visibility and communication with internal and external partners to ensure they meet the goals established by the Board for relevance, budget, and quality of service.
- Guide, assist, and recommend a course of action for Board members to conduct business using Leadership Management (proactive planning)
- Manage the proactive planning, large-scale projects, and legal deadlines for the Association. Serve as primary point of contact for the Board of Directors and Committees in coordination with an Assistant Community Manager and other support team members
- Perform periodic physical site inspections or visits as needed to oversee projects, condition of common areas, or membership compliance with Association use restrictions and operating rules. May also review the completion of inspections by other team members for property status.
- Carry out the policies and directives adopted by the Board in accordance with our contractual terms and conditions and effectively communicate updates to support teams.
- Maintain current knowledge of governing documents, applicable state regulations, and local ordinances that apply to each assigned community
- Responsible for oversight of the condition and recurring maintenance physical property of the Association in accordance with our contractual terms and conditions
- Direct and oversee tasks assigned to support team to compile and prepare information and paperwork for Board meeting and Annual Membership meetings, including Managers Report, agenda, previous meeting minutes, executive session items, architectural items, bank signature cards, ballots, and violation/work order reports.
- Attend Board and committee meetings as needed and required
- Ensures all Association deadlines for maintenance and legal obligations are met
- Ability to review community history, reports and documentation in preparation of annual draft budget information.
- Review and code invoices for payment, monitor cash and reserve accounts for cash flow planning for major improvements, issue check requests for reimbursement/other expenses, review budget and financial reports for reclassification of expenses and/or areas of concerns, and work with accounting staff to address Board questions and concerns.
- Assist the Association committee(s), volunteers, and/or vendors if requested to obtain bids for projects and to coordinate the inspection and preparation of the reserve study update
- Manage newer clients to ensure all setup, documentation and on-boarding is complete
- Manage highly complex community restoration or construction projects in partnership with vendors and contractor(s)
- Supports the office in providing insight and answering questions of newer managers regarding company policies and general industry best practices
- Other duties and special projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma (or equivalent)
- At least (5+) year of experience as a Community Manager handling the duties and responsibilities specified above
- May require industry certifications or licensing (state dependent)
- Solid knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
- Strong leadership abilities and comfort with public speaking (small and large groups)
- Ability to meet deadlines and address time-sensitive issues
- Ability to manage workflow amid shifting priorities
- Willing to learn Company process and procedures, and learn/use proprietary software
- Work independently, with little oversight, and with accountability to Division Leadership for the end result achieved
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and ownership mentality; we believe each employee can build his/her own future
- Strong ability to problem solve and utilize resources to bring solutions to client challenges
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to delegate to internal support team members, while maintaining accountability for the end result
- Ability to provide conflict resolution to personality challenges that may arise with Board members or homeowners in a calm manner
SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have reliable transportation to conduct site visits and be available for evenings and occasional weekend meetings
- Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and vehicle insurance in compliance with Company policy
- Must be able to drive in the dark if required
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Use standard office equipment, including: computer, multiple web-based applications, smartphone, tablet, copier/scanner, etc.
- Must be able to walk for up to 4 hours at a time for site visits and meetings
- Be stationary for periods of time
- Relocate up to (25) pounds
- Travel to and from offsite locations
SUPERVISES OTHERS? IF SO, LIST:
- None
SCHEDULE & TRAVEL:
- Monday-Friday from approx. 8:00 am-5:00 pm
- This position may require occasional long hours to meet business needs (including weekends)
The Management Trust is an Equal Opportunity employer. We support celebrate and support diversity.
TMT reserves the right to modify this job description at any time b
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Who's Hiring
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Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in association manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business, communications, nonprofit management, or a related field
- Experience managing membership programs, renewals, or member engagement initiatives
- Proficiency with association management software such as Salesforce, iMIS, or similar platforms
- Strong project management skills for coordinating events, conferences, or committee work
- Certified Association Executive (CAE) credential or active pursuit of it
- Experience supporting boards, executive committees, or volunteer governance structures
Tips for Your Association Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to membership metrics
Association managers are evaluated on measurable outcomes, so your resume needs to show retention rates, membership growth figures, and event attendance numbers you influenced. Generic nonprofit experience without quantified results gets passed over quickly.
Highlight your governance and board experience
Many association manager postings specifically screen for candidates who have supported boards, committees, or volunteer leadership structures. Call out any work coordinating board meetings, preparing agendas, or managing bylaws compliance, since most general management resumes skip this.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists association manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Get your CAE credential moving
The Certified Association Executive credential signals professional commitment and shows up as a preferred qualification in a large share of senior postings. If you're not yet eligible, note active progress toward it on your resume to stay competitive against credentialed candidates.
Prepare scenario answers about dues and retention
Interviewers for association roles consistently probe how you've handled membership decline, dues restructuring, or lapsed member re-engagement campaigns. Walk into the interview with two or three concrete examples ready, not general philosophies about member value.
Negotiate against the full compensation picture
Association employers often include conference attendance, professional development budgets, and remote flexibility as part of the offer package. When negotiating, ask about these explicitly, since they vary widely and are frequently adjustable even when base pay isn't.
Association Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most association managers?
The most active employers for association managers right now are Associa, FirstService Residential, and RealManage, and the most openings are in Florida, California, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be strongest in metro areas with large concentrations of trade associations and professional societies.
How many association manager jobs are remote?
About 41% of association manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability concentrated in membership operations, communications, and program management roles. Positions that involve direct board liaison work or in-person event coordination are more likely to require on-site presence at least part of the time.
How do you become an association manager?
Start by building experience in membership coordination, event management, or nonprofit operations, as most entry-level association roles draw from these areas. From there, move into managing a program or functional area independently. Earning the Certified Association Executive credential strengthens your candidacy for mid-level and senior roles. Staying active in professional networks within your association's sector also accelerates advancement significantly.
How do you get hired as an association manager with little experience?
Target coordinator or program assistant roles at smaller associations, where you'll own responsibilities that larger organizations assign to multiple staff members. Volunteer committee work, event support, or serving as a chapter officer in any professional organization gives you the governance and member-service context hiring managers look for. Frame any project management, communications, or administrative experience in terms of member or stakeholder outcomes.
What does the association manager interview process look like?
Most association manager interviews involve an initial screening call with HR or an operations lead, followed by a panel interview with senior staff and sometimes a board member. Expect scenario-based questions on membership retention, event logistics, and working with volunteer leadership. Some employers assign a short take-home exercise, such as drafting a member communication or outlining a retention strategy, before the final round.
Where can I find and apply to association manager jobs?
You can find and apply to association manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each one that fits your background and goals.
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