Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience
Strong organization and time-management skills with consistent attention to detail, documentation, and follow-through
Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and know when to involve the appropriate partner
Availability for community travel, property inspections, evening Board meetings, and occasional after-hours emergencies
Proficiency with property management and customer service platforms such as AppFolio, CINC, Vantaca, or comparable systems
Nice to have
Bachelor’s degree
AMS or PCAM designation
Experience supervising onsite employees and partnering with Human Resources on performance management
Experience leading preventive maintenance, major repair, or capital improvement projects
Experience managing insurance claims, vendor contracts, and competitive bidding processes
Full description
Portfolio Community Association ManagerEJF Real Estate ServicesBowie, Maryland | Serving Prince George's County and the Washington, DC Metro Area | Hybrid
Compensation$90,000 to $100,000 annually
Benefits
Hybrid remote work arrangement
Flexible paid time off and 13 observed holidays
Early office closure at 2:00 p.m. on Fridays
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
Employer-paid life and disability insurance
Professional development stipend
Company-paid industry membership
About EJF Real Estate Services
Tracing its history to 1920, EJF Real Estate Services is a family-owned and family-operated business focused on residential property management and real estate sales in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. For more than 30 years, EJF has combined local market knowledge, hands-on industry experience, and responsive customer service to help communities thrive.
Today, EJF is the largest DC-based property management company and serves hundreds of clients across the DMV. Our team works according to three core values: Hustle Hard, Own It Always, and Get Better Every Day.
About the Role
As a Portfolio Community Association Manager, you will serve as the primary advisor and relationship manager to the Boards of Directors within an assigned portfolio of condominium communities concentrated in Bowie and Prince George’s County, Maryland.
You will lead the operational, financial, and strategic performance of each Association while guiding Boards, overseeing vendors and capital projects, monitoring property conditions, and coordinating communication among community stakeholders. You will be supported by an Assistant Community Manager and a collaborative pod structure, allowing you to focus on Board guidance, planning, problem-solving, and exceptional client service.
This role is ideal for a confident, proactive professional who takes ownership, makes sound decisions, and keeps multiple priorities moving. Success requires analytical thinking, direct communication, comfort navigating changing priorities, and disciplined attention to budgets, contracts, records, deadlines, and project details.
Work Arrangement
Hybrid remote work arrangement
Regular travel to assigned communities in Bowie and Prince George’s County
Property inspections and onsite meetings as required
Evening Board meetings as required
After-hours emergency response on an on-call basis as required
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Core Responsibilities
Board and Community Leadership
Serve as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for assigned Boards of Directors
Build strong working relationships with Board members, residents, onsite staff, vendors, and internal partners
Provide timely, factual updates and clear recommendations on governance, property conditions, financial performance, projects, compliance matters, and open action items
Prepare agendas, reports, presentations, and supporting materials for Board meetings
Attend Board meetings and ensure decisions and action items move through completion
Anticipate emerging concerns, evaluate available information, and recommend practical next steps before issues become larger problems
Association Operations and Client Service
Manage the day-to-day operations of assigned communities in accordance with governing documents, company standards, contracts, and applicable laws
Respond to Board and resident questions, escalations, incidents, and service concerns with urgency, professionalism, and sound judgment
Balance the needs of residents and Boards with governing documents, legal requirements, operational priorities, and the long-term interests of each Association
Maintain accurate community records and oversee incident reports, insurance claims, correspondence, and other administrative requirements
Delegate appropriate follow-up to the Assistant Community Manager and pod partners while maintaining accountability for results
Respond to after-hours emergencies on an on-call basis when required
Financial Management and Planning
Review monthly financial statements and translate financial information into clear recommendations for Boards
Prepare annual operating budgets using historical results, contractual obligations, maintenance needs, project plans, and funding requirements
Support long-term reserve planning and help Boards evaluate current and future financial needs
Approve invoices, monitor expenditures, investigate discrepancies, and identify opportunities for cost savings
Obtain and evaluate competitive bids and present fact-based recommendations for Board consideration
Track financial decisions, approvals, deadlines, and supporting documentation accurately
Property Vendor and Capital Project Oversight
Conduct regular property inspections to identify maintenance needs, compliance concerns, safety issues, and opportunities to protect or improve property value
Develop and oversee preventive maintenance and capital improvement plans
Manage contractor projects from scope development and bidding through execution, documentation, and completion
Negotiate contracts, monitor vendor performance, and ensure quality, cost-effective service delivery
Address incomplete or unsatisfactory vendor work and resolve service concerns
Maintain clear project plans, schedules, documentation, and follow-up across multiple initiatives
Recommend improvements that strengthen safety, service, operational efficiency, and the long-term condition of each community
Team Leadership
Lead, coach, and support onsite staff while maintaining clear expectations and accountability
Partner with Human Resources on hiring, performance management, and employee development
Foster a responsive, collaborative, and service-oriented culture among onsite teams and vendor partners
Create or improve practical systems and processes that support consistent execution, visibility, and follow-through
Required Qualifications
Three to five years of experience managing condominium residential communities
Experience managing multiple communities in a high-growth or fast-paced environment
High school diploma or equivalent
CMCA designation or the ability to obtain the CMCA within six months of hire
Knowledge of community association governance, bylaws, governing documents, and relevant laws in DC, Maryland, or Virginia
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience
Strong organization and time-management skills with consistent attention to detail, documentation, and follow-through
Ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and know when to involve the appropriate partner
Availability for community travel, property inspections, evening Board meetings, and occasional after-hours emergencies
Proficiency with property management and customer service platforms such as AppFolio, CINC, Vantaca, or comparable systems
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
AMS or PCAM designation
Experience supervising onsite employees and partnering with Human Resources on performance management
Experience leading preventive maintenance, major repair, or capital improvement projects
Experience managing insurance claims, vendor contracts, and competitive bidding processes
What Makes Someone Successful at EJF
The strongest candidates combine confident leadership with factual communication, analytical thinking, and disciplined execution. They are comfortable taking the lead and moving work forward while recognizing that successful community management depends on reliable systems, accurate details, and trusted relationships.
You will likely thrive in this role if you are:
Proactive, future-focused, and quick to identify what needs attention
Confident making independent decisions and taking ownership of difficult issues
Direct, factual, professional, and persuasive when presenting recommendations
Approachable and able to build credibility with Boards, residents, employees, and vendors
Analytical and able to turn financial, operational, and property information into practical decisions
Comfortable navigating ambiguity, interruptions, deadlines, and changing priorities
Fast-paced while remaining accurate, organized, and disciplined about follow-through
Comfortable delegating appropriate work while maintaining accountability for results
Why Join EJF
This is an opportunity to guide condominium communities across the DMV while working with a long-established, locally based property management company. You will have the independence to own your portfolio, the support of an Assistant Community Manager and collaborative pod structure, and the opportunity to influence financial, operational, and capital decisions that shape each community’s future.
If you are ready to build trusted Board relationships, lead with confidence, and bring structure and forward momentum to a complex portfolio, we would welcome your application.
Equal Employment Opportunity
EJF Real Estate Services is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any category protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation may contact hr@ejfrealestate.com.