Senior Transition Community Manager - Durham - Community Association Management

    Community Association Management
    Description
    Job Description

    Because Communities Deserve Better

    At Community Association Management, we believe that leadership, integrity, and accountability are the pillars of strong communities.
    Our WHY is to creatively find solutions and overcome challenges so that we can work together to advance the common cause.

    As a Senior Transition Community Manager , you'll play a critical role in stabilizing new communities and strengthening client relationships during their onboarding and early partnership with Community.
    You'll serve as a trusted advisor and hands-on operator — identifying and resolving inherited issues, rebuilding confidence, and preparing associations for successful long-term management.

    This position is designed for a seasoned, credentialed leader (PCAM, or CMCA and AMS preferred) who thrives on solving complex challenges, mentoring others, and driving operational excellence across departments.



    About the Role

    The Senior Transition Community Manager serves as the interim portfolio manager for newly onboarded full-service associations.
    This role ensures that every new community's transition into management is seamless, issues are documented and resolved, and the association is fully stabilized before being assigned to its permanent Community Manager.

    The position also acts as a bridge between Operations, Accounting, Maintenance, Resident Services, and Compliance , ensuring communication and accountability across all departments during the transition period.



    What You'll Do

    Transition Management & Onboarding

  • Serve as the primary manager for new full-service associations during onboarding.
  • Conduct comprehensive reviews of governing documents, contracts, budgets, and prior management files.
  • Identify, document, and prioritize legacy issues (financial, maintenance, legal, or procedural).
  • Collaborate with department heads to resolve outstanding issues efficiently before handoff.
  • Prepare transition reports and client summaries for the assigned permanent Community Manager.
  • Establish early trust and communication with each Board, ensuring confidence in our management process.
  • Community Leadership & Client Engagement

  • Lead the initial Board and transition meetings, setting expectations for service, communication, and reporting.
  • Provide expert guidance on governance, budgeting, maintenance, and operations.
  • Deliver proactive updates and transparent reporting to Boards throughout onboarding.
  • Cross-Department Collaboration

  • Work closely with Operations, Accounting, Maintenance, Resident Services, and Compliance teams to ensure alignment.
  • Serve as a central point of coordination for transition activities, insurance claims, and vendor management.
  • Partner with Maintenance to expedite urgent repairs and improve quality control.
  • Liaise with insurance partners to streamline renewals and claims for new communities.
  • Risk Mitigation & Process Improvement

  • Collaborate with leadership on best practices for onboarding, transition documentation, and client handoff.
  • Partner with potential in-house counsel on legal and risk-related items during community onboarding.
  • Support the development of training materials for new Community Managers based on transition insights.


  • Requirements

    Requirements – What You'll Bring

  • PCAM, or CMCA & AMS designation strongly preferred.
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in community association management with proven leadership capability.
  • Strong knowledge of association governance, contracts, and financial operations.
  • Exceptional communication and conflict-resolution skills.
  • High level of professionalism, diplomacy, and client empathy.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
  • Comfortable with cross-functional collaboration and fast-paced environments.
  • Must be able to travel regionally to assigned communities (Charlotte or Durham region).


  • Work Environment & Schedule

  • Full-time, 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM).
  • Requires occasional evening or weekend meetings.


  • Join Our Mission

    If you're an experienced leader who thrives on problem-solving, relationship building, and creating stability from uncertainty, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

    Join a team where better communities begin with better leadership — and where every climb brings us closer to our peak and our purpose.



    Benefits

    Medical
    Dental
    Vision
    Life
    Paid Time Off

    Requirements
    What You'll Bring Associate degree or equivalent; 3+ years of experience in community or property management preferred. Knowledge of association governing documents and community operations. Strong written and verbal communication skills. High attention to detail, time management, and prioritization skills. Proven ability to manage multiple communities and foster positive relationships. Experience in vendor management and contract oversight. Ability to work evenings or weekends for scheduled meetings or emergencies. Work Environment & Schedule Full-time, 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM). Requires occasional after-hours and weekend work. Involves regular travel to managed communities. Join Our Mission If you're an organized, service-driven professional who thrives on creating results, managing details, and building community trust, we invite you to join our team — where better communities begin with better management.

  • Work in company

    Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    We believe that leadership, · integrity, · and accountability are the pillars of strong communities.Serve as a trusted advisor to the Board of Directors and a resource to residents,delivering expert portfolio management and a higher standard of service. · ...

    Durham

    1 week ago

  • Work in company

    Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    We believe that leadership, integrity, and accountability are the pillars of strong communities. · Our WHY is to creatively find solutions and overcome challenges so that we can work together to advance the common cause. · ...

    Durham

    1 month ago

  • Work in company

    Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    We believe your career should feel meaningful. You should feel valued, trusted, and know your work makes a real difference. · The Community Manager (CM) is responsible for the overall management and performance of the assigned community · ...

    Durham, NC

    1 month ago

  • Work in company

    Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    The Community Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of an assigned property including managing the team members, daily activities, and resources of the property to achieve established budgeted financial and operational goals. · Provides input into the deve ...

    Durham $80,000 - $90,000 (USD) Full time

    1 week ago

  • Work in company

    Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    We believe that leadership, integrity, and accountability are the pillars of strong communities. Our WHY is to creatively find solutions and overcome challenges so that we can work together to advance the common cause. · ...

    Durham

    1 week ago

  • Work in company

    Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    We believe that leadership, integrity and accountability are the pillars of strong communities. We're seeking a Community Manager to serve as a trusted advisor to our Board of Directors and residents. · ...

    Durham

    1 week ago

  • Work in company

    Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    The Community Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of an assigned property including managing team members, daily activities and resources to achieve established budgeted financial and operational goals. · Gathers analyzes and interprets current market and economi ...

    Durham $80,000 - $90,000 (USD)

    1 week ago

  • Work in company

    Communications Manager

    Only for registered members

    The Communications Manager will lead and manage communications initiatives to raise internal and external visibility of Duke GHIC and IiH activities. · ...

    Durham $59,829 - $86,700 (USD) Full time

    1 month ago

  • Work in company

    Communications Manager

    Only for registered members

    The Duke Global Health Innovation Center (Duke GHIC) seeks a detail-oriented Communications Manager to lead communications initiatives that will raise internal and external visibility of Duke GHIC programs. · ...

    Durham, NC

    1 month ago

  • Work in company

    Communications Manager

    Only for registered members

    The Duke Global Health Innovation Center (Duke GHIC), and its partner organization, Innovations in Healthcare (IiH), have a shared vision of a world where innovation improves health for all. · ...

    Durham, NC

    1 month ago

  • Work in company

    Assistant Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    Join Bell Partners and be a difference maker. We proudly serve our community of 85,000+ homes across 13 states and the District of Columbia. · ...

    Durham, NC

    6 days ago

  • Work in company

    Marketing & Communications Manager

    Only for registered members

    The Marketing & Communications Manager leads the execution of CBCRE's marketing, communications, and digital strategy, and oversees third-party partners to deliver branding and public relations across CBC Real Estate's portfolio of properties. · The ideal candidate is a proactive ...

    Durham

    4 days ago

  • Work in company

    Assistant Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    The Assistant Community Manager supports the Community Manager in overseeing financial operations by completing accounting tasks, preparing reports, collecting payments. · ...

    Durham $20 - $22 (USD) Full time

    5 hours ago

  • Work in company

    Assistant Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    Greystar is looking for dedicated and hard-working individuals who want to help us continue to be the best at what we do. · ...

    Durham, NC

    1 month ago

  • Work in company

    Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    The Community Manager is responsible for the total on-site operations of the assigned Community. This includes financial management, marketing, resident relations, facilities management and staff relations. · Key responsibilities include preparing annual operating budgets, collec ...

    Durham Full time

    1 month ago

  • Work in company

    Marketing & Communications Manager

    Only for registered members

    The Marketing & Communications Manager leads the execution of CBCRE's marketing, communications, and digital strategy. · ...

    Durham, NC

    5 days ago

  • Work in company

    Senior Transition Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    At Community Association Management, we believe that leadership, · integrity and accountability are the pillars of strong communities. · About the Role · The Senior Transition Community Manager serves as the interim portfolio manager for newly onboarded full-service associations. ...

    Durham

    1 week ago

  • Work in company

    Senior Transition Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    We believe that leadership, integrity, and accountability are the pillars of strong communities. · ...

    Durham

    4 days ago

  • Work in company

    Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    At Community Association Management we believe leadership integrity and accountability are pillars of strong communities Our WHY is to creatively find solutions overcome challenges so that we can work together to advance common cause As Community Manager you ll serve as trusted a ...

    Durham, NC

    6 days ago

  • Work in company

    Community Manager

    Only for registered members

    At Community Association Management, we believe that leadership, integrity, and accountability are the pillars of strong communities. As a Community Manager, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to the Board of Directors and a resource to residents. · ...

    Durham Full time

    1 week ago

  • Work in company Remote job

    Senior Enterprise Communications Manager

    Only for registered members

    We're a global CRO that pushes boundaries and innovates. · We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way. · Our mission is to improve lives by working with passion and purpose every day. · Join us!Serve as a strategic cha ...

    Durham, NC

    1 month ago

Jobs
>
Durham