Community Association Manager

Portfolio Community Association Manager (CAM)

Salary: $75,000+ (based on portfolio size and experience)

Charleston, SC | Hybrid Remote Work

About Poston Community Management (PCM)

Poston Community Management, Inc. (PCM) is an Accredited Association Management Company (AAMC) that has proudly served community associations across Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties since 1991. We are locally owned, professionally run, and deeply invested in the long-term success of the communities—and managers—we serve.

With continued growth in the Charleston market, we are seeking an experienced Portfolio Community Association Manager who takes ownership of their work, communicates confidently with Boards, and thrives in a structured, high-accountability environment.

This role is ideal for a seasoned CAM who wants autonomy without chaos, support without micromanagement, and a company that values professionalism, judgment, and results.

The Role

As a Portfolio CAM, you will serve as the primary professional advisor to a portfolio of community associations. You will be responsible for the financial, physical, and administrative performance of each association while maintaining strong Board relationships and ensuring compliance with governing documents and applicable laws.

You will be expected to manage your portfolio proactively—not reactively—and to exercise sound judgment in day-to-day decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement annual association budgets.
• Review, approve, and process association expenses.
• Provide and be able to accurately explain monthly financial reports to Boards.
• Pursue delinquent accounts, with the help of legal counsel, in accordance with governing documents and association policies.
• Plan, schedule, and oversee maintenance and repair projects.
• Prepare annual maintenance and capital improvement recommendations.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate vendor contracts.
• Supervise service providers and vendors.
• Conduct routine community inspections.
• Coordinate professional evaluations (reserve studies, engineers, architects, inspectors)
• Provide enhanced management oversight during major capital projects.
• Attend Board and Owner meetings (including some after hours, as needed)
• Prepare meeting agendas, management reports, and supporting materials.
• Advise Boards on governance, policy enforcement, and best practices.
• Enforce association rules consistently and professionally.
• Assist with governing document amendments and interpretation.
• Review insurance coverage and coordinate claims.
• Support Boards during legal matters or litigation as required

What We’re Looking For

This role is not entry-level. The ideal candidate is confident, organized, and comfortable making decisions while working within established processes.

Required / Strongly Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of community association or property management experience.
• CMCA (or higher CAI designation) required.
• Familiarity with CINC Systems (Community Association Management Software) is strongly preferred
• Willingness to complete CAI M-206 within 6 months of hire (if not already completed)
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities without constant oversight.

PCM is a performance-driven organization. Our most successful managers:

• Take ownership of outcomes
• Communicate directly and professionally
• Respect structure, policies, and standards
• Handle conflict with confidence and diplomacy
• Embrace accountability and continuous improvement

As part of our hiring process, all candidates are required to complete a Culture Index survey. This helps ensure alignment with the demands of the role and supports long-term success for both the manager and the communities we serve.

• Competitive salary ($75,000+) tied to portfolio size and experience
• Health, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Hybrid work environment within the Charleston tri-county area

Work Location

Hybrid remote work with a primary office in downtown Charleston and travel within Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties. Relocation to the Charleston area is required prior to start.