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]. 

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