Property Manager (Part-Time)

The Opportunity 

This position is responsible for the ongoing care, maintenance, and year-round readiness of a private vacation home located on the Lake Michigan dunes. The Property Manager will ensure the residence, grounds, and recreational assets are consistently maintained to a high standard and are fully prepared for family and guest use at all times. 

This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual who can independently manage property needs, coordinate vendors, and oversee the upkeep of both the home and outdoor amenities. 

This is a part-time position, typically two days per week, with scheduling that may vary seasonally. Flexibility is essential, as occasional availability to respond to urgent or time-sensitive property needs is expected. 

What You'll Do 

Property & Household Maintenance 

• Conduct routine inspections of the home and surrounding property to ensure cleanliness, functionality, and overall condition  
• Perform minor repairs and coordinate major repairs with qualified vendors  
• Monitor and maintain mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, water systems, appliances, security systems)  
• Maintain a preventative maintenance schedule and service records  
• Ensure home is fully prepared for owner/guest arrival (cleanliness, systems operational, supplies stocked)  
• Maintain the property in a continuous state of readiness throughout the year, including managing seasonal transitions and weather-related preparations 

Grounds & Shoreline Management 

• Conduct regular inspections of outdoor areas, including landscaping, hardscapes, and shoreline  
• Coordinate landscaping, lawn care, irrigation, pest control, and seasonal services  
• Monitor shoreline integrity and coordinate services as needed  
• Ensure outdoor living spaces (patio, grills, furniture) are clean, functional, and guest-ready  
• Oversee snow removal and seasonal weather-related property needs 

Recreational Equipment & Vehicle Oversight 

• Maintain and inspect recreational vehicles and equipment (e.g., boats, jet skis, ATVs, bicycles, golf carts)  
• Ensure all equipment is clean, fueled/charged, and operational  
• Coordinate servicing, storage, and seasonal transitions for all equipment  
• Maintain readiness of any on-site vehicles, including routine maintenance and cleanliness 

Vendor & Contract Management 

• Source, schedule, and oversee third-party vendors (maintenance, landscaping, dock services, housekeeping, etc.)  
• Ensure work is completed to high standards, on time, and within budget  
• Maintain a reliable network of service providers  
• Track service schedules, contracts, and invoices 

General Responsibilities 

• Maintain inventory of household and maintenance supplies  
• Respond to property needs, alarms, or urgent issues as required  
• Assist with special projects, seasonal setup, and occasional event preparation  
• Provide periodic updates to ownership on property condition and needs  
• Ensure confidentiality, discretion, and respect for owner privacy at all times 
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality  
• Work with minimal supervision and take initiative to anticipate property needs  
• Contribute to a seamless, worry-free experience for property owners and guests 

What You'll Bring 

• Experience in property management, estate management, or facilities maintenance preferred  
• Strong vendor management and coordination experience  
• Working knowledge of home systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, irrigation, etc.)  
• Familiarity with dune, lakefront or seasonal property maintenance is a plus  
• Self-directed, dependable, and highly organized  
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability  
• Ability to perform physical tasks and work outdoors in varying weather conditions  
• Valid driver’s license required 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  

• Required to wear appropriate employer-provided safety equipment in performance of job 
• Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds to a maximum height of six (6) feet; occasional lifting to eighty (80) pounds 
• Ability to stoop, bend, kneel, climb, and remain standing on feet for lengthy periods of time 
• Ability to safely operate power machinery and lawn care tools, e.g. backpack blower, string trimmers, mowers, chain saw, skid steer loader, plow, snow blower, aerial lift, forklift, etc.  
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions