What are the responsibilities and job description for the AOAO Operations Manager position at CoralTree Hospitality?
Join us for this incredible opportunity to join our management team as a AOAO Operations Manager at Ka'anapali Ali'i in Lahaina, Hawaii. CoralTree Residence Collection is a premier hospitality portfolio of premium vacation rentals, resort residences, and homeowner associations, managed by CoralTree Hospitality. The collection specializes in managing luxury properties that offer the services of a high-end hotel with the space, privacy, and full amenities of a private home. Properties range from studios to multi-bedroom villas, typically featuring full kitchens, private lanais or patios, and access to resort-style pools, spas, and fitness centers. CoralTree Hospitality is recognized by VRMA as 2026 Vacation Rental Manager of the Year!
The AOAO Operations Manager shall assist the Board , while representing CoralTree Residence Collection Hawaii and the Kaanapali Alii association by being the ambassador of Aloha , and is responsible for fostering this culture in all team members and facilitating this spirit with homeowners and guests.
As a valued member of our team, you'll receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Responsibilities
Leadership & Association Management
The AOAO Operations Manager shall assist the Board , while representing CoralTree Residence Collection Hawaii and the Kaanapali Alii association by being the ambassador of Aloha , and is responsible for fostering this culture in all team members and facilitating this spirit with homeowners and guests.
As a valued member of our team, you'll receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Paid Vacation, sick days, and holidays
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match
- Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability Benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Five complimentary room nights at CoralTree Hospitality properties
- Unlimited Friends and Family receive discounted rates at CoralTree Hospitality Group properties
- Access to employee discounts from industry-leading travel, entertainment, and retail brands, including Walt Disney World, Live Nation, Samsung, Hertz, and many more!
Responsibilities
Leadership & Association Management
- Manages the homeowners’ association according to the management contract, governing documents, resolutions, policies, and direction of the Board, General Manager, and/or Area Managing Director.
- Collaborates with leadership, Finance, the Board, and committees to prepare annual operating and capital reserve budgets.
- Ensures AOAO-related positions are adequately staffed to provide appropriate service, coverage, safety, and security.
- Maintains knowledge of Hawaii State statutes related to condominium associations and management, Association insurance, and the management agreement.
- Provides regular reports to the Board regarding financials, projects, maintenance, safety, security, and property operations.
- Regularly inspects the property and provides recommendations for maintenance, repairs, and capital improvements.
- Collects competitive bids, negotiates contracts, and works with contractors and service providers for property services and projects.
- Supports Board officers and committees, including Finance, Facilities and Design, Landscape, and Resource Committees.
- Ensures contracted services are conducted in a timely and professional manner and within approved budgets.
- Oversees projects as needed while working with the Engineering team and/or hired project managers.
- Maintains the property to first-class quality standards, including grounds, common areas, limited common areas, and landscape.
- Leads by example with professionalism, integrity, teamwork, diplomacy, problem solving, and relationship building.
- May be called after hours, weekends, days off, PTO, and holidays to address emergency property needs.
- Establishes and maintains positive relationships with owners, guests, vendors, and contractors and responds timely to concerns.
- Manages the guest service experience and implements plans to improve Guest Satisfaction and property operations.
- Prepares owner communications, property notices, newsletters, website updates, and emergency notifications.
- Resolves guest and owner concerns and responds to property emergencies as needed.
- Ensures safe conditions and practices throughout common areas.
- Maintains positive team member relations and timely communication.
- Works with People Services, the managing agent, and union on labor-related matters.
- Communicates business objectives, standards, and expectations and supports team member recognition and training.
- Promotes safe working conditions and safe work practices.
- Actively seeks opportunities to improve work processes, efficiency, and service quality.
- Reviews monthly financial statements, major variances, assessment receivables, invoices, maintenance fee collections, and budgets.
- Prepares and coordinates Board agendas, meeting notices, Board packages, manager reports, proposals, and meeting minutes.
- Attends Board, Special, Annual, and Owner meetings as required.
- Oversees contracts and capital improvement projects, including RFPs, competitive bids, budgets, work quality, and problem resolution.
- Maintains working knowledge of Association insurance coverage and processes insurance claims as needed.
- Collaborates with Security to maintain safety and emergency preparedness plans for team members, owners, and guests.
- Protects Association and owner assets and monitors potential security concerns.
- Develops and implements Standard Operating Procedures.
- Remains engaged in day-to-day operations and maintains thorough knowledge of the property and service flow.
- Communicates operational, guest, owner, and team member challenges to the General Manager and Area Managing Director.
- Follow safe work practices and maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
- Report to work on time and as scheduled.
- Perform other duties and projects as assigned.
- High school diploma or high school equivalency certificate required . College degree or college level courses related to hotel or condominium management preferred.
- Any applicable technical licenses or degrees are preferred .
- Minimum 1 year of management or assistant management experience required .
- Prefer at least 2 years’ experience as an Association Manager or General Manager, or 5 years as an Assistant General Manager in a resort hotel or condominium property.
- Basic management principles of planning, organizing, controlling, coordinating, and training.
- Working knowledge of accounting principles and must be able to read and understand financial statements .
- Computer literacy including Microsoft Office software and experience in problem solving, investigation and research.
- Ability to draft and proofread correspondence and prepare reports as needed.
- Excellent leadership qualities with a vision for the property and ability to communicate this to all stakeholders. Ability to lead by example promote s and encourages a collaborative atmosphere through his/her leadership skill .
- Excellent time management skills while being flexible and adaptable to changing priorities and the needs of the individual stakeholders.
- Internal drive to make noticeable improvements and suggestions.