Careers at the St. George Plantation

General Manager

Join Our Award-Winning Coastal Community! 

Position: General Manager 

Location: St. George Island, Florida 

Organization: St. George Island Plantation Owners Association 

Are you a dynamic leader ready to make a meaningful impact in a thriving coastal community? St. George Island Plantation Owners Association (SGPOA), located along Florida’s beautiful “Forgotten Coast,” is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee our day-to-day operations, foster exceptional community engagement, and ensure our continued success as a premier gated community. 

Why Join SGPOA? 

Nestled on the pristine Gulf of Mexico shoreline, St. George Island Plantation is celebrated for its stunning natural beauty, award-winning environmental preservation efforts, and a close-knit community of homeowners. As General Manager, you’ll have the unique opportunity to lead operations in this idyllic setting, while shaping the future of a community that values nature, quality of life, and collaborative leadership. 

What You’ll Do 

As our General Manager, you will: 

• Lead Operations: Oversee all functions, including property maintenance, financial management, and staff supervision. 

• Foster Community Excellence: Oversee internal communication for property owners, ensuring transparency and timely resolution of concerns, and external communications, highlighting SGPOA’s values and achievements to bolster the community. 

• Drive Strategic Oversight: Manage budgets, negotiate vendor contracts, and work with state and federal agencies to preserve the environment and secure funding for key initiatives. 

• Strengthen Emergency Preparedness: Lead the community through hurricane planning, response, and recovery, ensuring safety and clear communication throughout. 

• Inspire Team Success: Recruit, train, and manage a skilled team dedicated to providing exceptional service to our homeowners. 

What We’re Looking For 

• Education & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, real estate, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 

• 3+ years of property or community association management experience. 

• Familiarity with Florida coastal property regulations is a plus. 

• Skills & Certifications: 

• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service abilities. 

• Proficiency in financial management, contract negotiations, and Microsoft Office tools. 

• Certified Manager of Community Associations (CMCA) or equivalent certification preferred. 

• Valid Driver’s License 

• Personal Traits: 

• Dependable, organized, and professional. 

• Passionate about community engagement and environmental stewardship. 

• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills. 

• Tech-Savvy, with an aptitude for learning and implementing new software systems.  

What We Offer 

• Competitive compensation package. 

• Opportunity to lead a well-established and respected community. 

• A chance to work in one of Florida’s most beautiful coastal locations. 

How to Apply 

If you’re ready to bring your leadership expertise to our award-winning community, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and vision for SGPOA to [email protected].

Deadline: We are accepting applications until January 31, 2025

Join us in preserving the natural beauty and quality of life that make St. George Island Plantation truly special. Your next great adventure awaits! 

Maintenance Technician

We are seeking a maintenance technician to join our team at the St. George Plantation!

Primary Duties:

• Maintain, repair, and clean assigned SGPOA common properties. Perform preventive maintenance on Association assets.
• Dispose of debris in an SGPOA acceptable manner.
• Identify equipment or other assets in need of repair or maintenance and report same to supervisor.
• Report to supervisor when supplies and/or consumables related to equipment is needed.
• Assist with field inspections of road and utility development, construction and repair projects.

Other responsibilities:

• Assist with hurricane or other disaster preparedness.
• Aid in the evacuation of the Plantation annual training for all staff and board members.
• Possess working knowledge of SGPOA Governing Documents,
• Other related duties as assigned by the direct supervisor, Facilities Manager.

Pay is based on experience.

Educational and experience requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent

Certification or licensing requirements:

• Valid driver’s license