Community Association Manager

Description

Overview: Atlanta Habitat creates opportunities to transform lives through community-built sustainable homeownership, guided by our core values: purpose, excellence, servant leadership, humanity and positivity. As Atlanta Habitat evolves from a respected affordable housing nonprofit into a leading community development organization, we are scaling our impact by focusing on housing innovation, planned communities, neighborhood transformation, and the long-term economic mobility of families.

Job Summary: The Community Association Manager is responsible for supporting the long-term success, stability, and sustainability of Atlanta Habitat communities. This position serves as the primary liaison between homeowners, community associations, resident leaders, and third-party property management partners. The Manager oversees community association development and governance, Homeowner Education, and property management coordination to ensure communities remain well-managed, financially sustainable, and resident led.

 

Key Responsibilities

Community Association Development and Governance

• Support the establishment, organization, and transition of homeowner and community associations from developer control to homeowner leadership. 
• Serve as Atlanta Habitat's primary liaison to association boards and resident leaders. 
• Provide training, technical assistance, and leadership development for board members. 
• Assist with annual meetings, elections, governing document interpretation, and board succession planning. 
• Monitor compliance with governing documents, policies, and applicable state and federal regulations. 
• Maintain association records and documentation related to governance and transition activities. 

Property Management Oversight

• Manage the relationship with third-party property management companies serving Atlanta Habitat communities. 
• Review management reports, budgets, maintenance plans, and operational recommendations. 
• Coordinate resolution of homeowner concerns, maintenance issues, and community-related inquiries. 
• Facilitate communication among residents, boards, and property management partners. 

Resident Services and Community Engagement

• Provide Instruction for the required Community Stewardship courses and update training when necessary. 
• Develop and implement programs that promote resident participation, leadership development, and neighborhood pride. 
• Facilitate neighborhood meetings, workshops, and community-building activities. 
• Connect homeowners with Atlanta Habitat programs, community resources, and external service providers. 

Strategic Planning and Reporting

• Track and report key performance indicators related to community association health, resident engagement, and neighborhood conditions. 
• Prepare regular reports and recommendations for leadership. 
• Assist in developing policies, procedures, and best practices that strengthen community operations and resident outcomes. 
• Support organizational goals related to homeowner success, neighborhood stabilization, and community impact.

Requirements

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of homeowner associations, community governance, and property management practices. 
• Understanding of Georgia HOA regulations, Fair Housing requirements, and nonprofit community development principles. 
• Strong project management and organizational skills. 
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. 
• Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders and facilitate collaborative problem-solving. 

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Community Development, Public Administration, Urban Planning, Real Estate, Business Administration, Social Services, or a related field preferred. 
• Minimum of three to five years of experience in community development, homeowner association management, property management, neighborhood engagement, resident services, or a related field. 
• Experience working with boards, resident leaders, volunteers, and community stakeholders preferred.

Requirements: 

• Ability to travel regularly throughout Metro Atlanta and surrounding service areas. 
• Ability to attend evening and occasional weekend meetings and events. 
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required. 
• Ability to conduct neighborhood and property site visits. 
• Hybrid work schedule available.

This position is classified as a full-time exempt. Some evening and weekend work is required. Occasional driving around the City of Atlanta and South Fulton County is required - candidates must have a reliable vehicle and a valid drivers’ license. Hybrid work schedule available. A full benefits package is offered including employer subsidized health insurance, paid time off (PTO), employee gym access, and a retirement savings plan with employer matching.

Apply through the link in this posting. Please, no walk-ins, phone calls or faxes. Only candidates meeting all position requirements will be considered. More information about Atlanta Habitat for Humanity may be found on our website www.atlantahabitat.org. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Atlanta Habitat is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Atlanta Habitat is located in the Reynoldstown neighborhood in Atlanta, near MARTA bus and rail lines.

Atlanta Habitat is a Drug-Free Workplace. This position is subject to a criminal background and credit check, periodic DMV checks for driving record and valid driver’s license, and drug and alcohol testing. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of all checks and testing.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Atlanta Habitat is dedicated to a policy of equal opportunity. We will give fair and equal treatment to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Atlanta Habitat to prohibit discrimination or harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, gender identity, family medical history or genetic information, religion, sex, disability, familial status, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, past or present military status, receipt of public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions, including compensation, recruitment, training, working conditions and opportunities for advancement.