Community Association Manager

Summit Management Partners is a family-owned investment firm that partners with community management companies to support sustainable growth while preserving their culture, reputation, and legacy. The firm focuses on long-term, people-first relationships, maintaining local leadership and empowering teams rather than pursuing traditional private equity or large-scale corporate consolidation models. Summit invests in technology and operational infrastructure to help partners scale responsibly and adapt to a rapidly evolving community association industry. The company offers flexible, transparent solutions for owners considering succession, expansion capital, or strategic growth, with opportunities to participate in future upside. As new community associations continue to grow nationwide, Summit is dedicated to helping management companies protect what they have built and accelerate what comes next. Role Description: The Community Association Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in St. Augustine, FL, responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of multiple residential or commercial community associations. This role includes managing vendor relationships, coordinating maintenance and repair activities, and ensuring common areas and amenities are well-maintained and compliant with relevant regulations and association policies. The manager will prepare and present financial reports and budgets, support board meetings, draft and distribute communications to residents, and help implement association rules and procedures consistently and fairly. The position also involves responding to homeowner inquiries, resolving issues in a timely and professional manner, and collaborating with board members and Summit’s leadership team to improve service quality and community experience. The Community Association Manager will maintain accurate records, monitor contract performance, and contribute to process improvements that align with Summit’s commitment to long-term, people-first partnerships. Qualifications: Experience in community association or property management, including oversight of vendors, maintenance, and resident services. Manage a portfolio of several properties including HOA and COA properties. Strong organizational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage multiple communities, priorities, and deadlines effectively. Knowledge of budgeting, financial reporting, and basic accounting principles related to association operations. Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with boards, residents, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities to address homeowner concerns and enforce association policies fairly and consistently. Proficiency with property management or association management software, as well as standard office applications (e.g., email, word processing, spreadsheets). Understanding of relevant local and state regulations governing community associations, or willingness to develop this expertise. Ability to work on-site in Jacksonville, FL, attend evening or weekend meetings as needed, and maintain a professional presence in the communities served. Relevant certifications such as CMCA, AMS, or PCAM are preferred, along with prior experience working with boards of directors or similar governance structures. High level of integrity, customer service orientation #J-18808-Ljbffr Summit Management Partners