What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Community Association Manager - Illinois (Remote with Chicago Area Visits) position at First Community Management?
Build Your Career with First Community Management
Are you an experienced Community Manager looking for a company that values your expertise and gives you the support and technology to excel?
First Community Management (FCM) is seeking an experienced, licensed Community Manager to oversee a portfolio of approximately 10 condominium and homeowner associations throughout the Chicago area.
At FCM, we believe Community Managers should focus on managing communities—not getting buried in administrative work. Every manager is supported by a Community Administrator, Assistant Community Manager, Accounting Team, Project Manager, and Team Lead, giving you the resources to deliver exceptional service.
We're also one of the fastest-growing community association management companies in the Chicago area, creating exciting opportunities for career growth and leadership.
Why Join FCM?
- Remote work environment withsemi-monthly building visits
- Most Board meetings held virtually
- Comp time for evening Board meetings
- Monthly and quarterly revenue-sharing opportunities
- Full back-office support so you can focus on your communities
- AI-powered tools and industry-leading technology that simplify Board packets, budgets, bidding projects, and administrative tasks
- Education, leadership development, and opportunities for advancement
What You'll Do
- Building trusted relationships with Boards of Directors and providing professional guidance on Association operations
- Preparing meeting agendas, Board packets, and facilitating Board meetings
- Managing Association finances, including reviewing financial statements, processing invoices, monitoring delinquencies, assisting with annual budget preparation, and supporting long-term financial planning
- Conducting regular property inspections to identify maintenance needs and capital improvement opportunities
- Obtaining competitive bids, negotiating vendor contracts, and overseeing maintenance, repair, and construction projects
- Ensuring compliance with Association governing documents, the Illinois Condominium Property Act, the Common Interest Community Association Act, and applicable local ordinances
- Supervising and supporting on-site staff and managing vendor relationships to ensure high-quality service
- Investigating and resolving homeowner concerns, rule violations, and other community issues in a timely and professional manner
- Communicating proactively with Boards, homeowners, vendors, and internal teams to keep projects and community initiatives moving forward
- Making recommendations that improve operations, protect Association assets, and enhance the resident experience
Qualifications
Required
- Illinois Community Association Manager (CAM) License
- 1 years of community association or property management experience (City of Chicago experience preferred)
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Preferred
- CMCA® Certification
- Business, real estate, or property management education
Join Our Team
At FCM, you'll be backed by an experienced support team, innovative technology, and a collaborative culture that allows you to spend more time serving your communities and less time on administrative work.
If you're looking for a company that invests in your success and offers real opportunities for advancement, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and grow your career with First Community Management.
Keywords: Community Manager, Community Association Manager, Property Manager, Portfolio Manager, HOA Management, Condominium Management, Condo Manager, Association Management, CAM, CMCA, Property Management, Community Association Management
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL 60642
Salary : $85,000 - $105,000