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Director of Real Estate

Salary
Competitive
Employment
Full Time
Work Place
Office
Real Estate Field
Location
Saint Paul
 MN
Postal Code
55102
Country
United States

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Description


THE PORT AUTHORITY
First established in 1929 by the Minnesota Legislature to manage the Saint Paul Harbor, the Saint Paul Port Authority (SPPA) was granted inland economic development authority in 1955. With four river ports and 17 inland business centers, our mission is to expand the tax base, serve as a conduit to quality job opportunities, advance sustainable and equitable development, and advocate for river commerce.

THE POSITION
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Port Authority’s Development Team, reporting to the Chief Development Officer. In this role, you will enhance the Port’s redevelopment efforts by utilizing your real estate transaction skills to drive economic development in Saint Paul.

THE IDEAL FIT
To excel in this position, you need to be a proactive, resourceful problem-solver with sharp technical and social skills. You must be capable of cultivating strong relationships with key stakeholders, have a knack for both organization and accountability, and be able to adapt quickly as needed to ensure projects are executed smoothly. A deep commitment to the Port Authority’s mission, as well as a willingness to collaborate with diverse teams and external partners, is crucial to your success.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Negotiate and implement development agreements, purchase agreements, lease transactions, community benefits agreements, site covenants, and joint venture documents for all real estate transactions
  • Oversee and review performance of internal staff and external brokers with responsibility for property management, leasing, and brokerage services
  • Develop criteria and direct marketing efforts in the disposition of SPPA-owned properties
  • Maintain relationships with the brokerage community to develop and maintain a pipeline of future opportunities
  • Lead SPPA’s sustainability efforts
  • Represent the Port locally and nationally as a real estate expert with experience managing a variety of projects and product types
  • Serve as a leader in the development community, making presentations to elected officials, boards and commissions, civic groups, businesses, individuals, and the public on economic development issues, programs, services, and plans
QUALIFICATIONS
  • Bachelor’s degree in real estate, public administration, construction, or a related field
  • 8+ years of related real estate experience including property acquisition/disposition, commercial/industrial leasing, real estate development, and/or project management
  • Licensed MN Commercial Real Estate Broker OR Licensed MN Commercial Real Estate Salesperson with the ability to become a Broker within six months
Please note: We will consider candidates with a comparable combination of experience and education.

WORKING AT THE PORT AUTHORITY
At the Saint Paul Port Authority, we are a small but mighty team. If you’re interested in wearing multiple hats and working for a fast-paced, results-driven organization, this is the place for you. You will be joined by colleagues who are committed to being collaborative, innovative, and risk-taking, while always working with integrity.

The Saint Paul Port Authority offers a best-in-class benefits package focused on supporting the health and wellness of our employees. We believe in work-life balance with an environment that offers flexibility. This includes generous health and retirement plans and paid time off. Parking in downtown Saint Paul is provided.

The Saint Paul Port Authority is committed to building a diverse team that reflects our community. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 
 

Experience


7+ to 10 years


This job is no longer active.

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