MANAGER OF AIRPORT PROPERTIES

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MANAGER OF AIRPORT PROPERTIES

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Job Description

*** All completed applications for this position must be submitted online no later than 5:00 pm, on the closing date of the recruitment. PAPER APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED . Please follow all submission instructions to ensure your application is complete. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of online applications, therefore, it is important for online applications to be completed fully. Late applications will not be accepted beyond the closing time and date for any reason, including any technical issues, such as system, browser, or computer failures, etc. ***

Under general direction, the Airport Properties Manager manages and administers the aviation real estate programs of the Port of Oakland in accordance with the mission, goals, and objectives as articulated by the Director of Aviation and approved by the Board of Port Commissioners; ensures compliance with Federal, State and local ordinances pertaining to real estate activities; recommends actions in regards to all aviation real estate development and management; enhances the airport's real estate assets through effective management and leasing opportunities.

Examples of Duties

Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties which may be performed. Incumbent may perform other related duties at the equivalent level.

• Directs the formulation of the Airport's real estate programs and the policies and procedures to effect them; recommends to the Director of Aviation and the Board of Port Commissioners proposed ordinances and resolutions; prepares the Airport Properties agenda items for Board meetings.
• Determines the allocation of resources necessary to fulfill Department goals and objectives; oversees the conduct of organization studies, investigations and surveys to determine the effectiveness of real estate programs and/or to promote economy and efficiency in operations.
• Recommends annual and long-term plans, programs, and budgets to the Director of Aviation and Board; exercises control over the planning, formulation and maintenance of expenditure control for the Department’s budget.
• Directs the development of marketing strategies to promote the Oakland International Airport's real estate assets; attracts tenants to airport facilities.
• Develops agreements on behalf of the Port; ensures that all franchise permits and privileges granted by the Port are observed; ensures all lease agreements are observed.
• Identifies acquisition opportunities, analyzes and evaluates potential acquisitions, sale and development opportunities and related real estate transactions.
• Controls the performance of the Department by reviewing actual versus planned performance; establishes Department goals and objectives with schedules and priorities for completion; develops policies, procedures and work standards for the Department.
• Maintains relationships with Airport tenants and ensures effective communication with Airline corporate offices.
• Represents the Port to a variety of constituencies, as well as elected and appointed officials and professional associations; maintains effective communications with Port constituents.
• Performs other management functions which may be delegated by the Director of Aviation.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE


This position requires education and experience reflecting possession of the required knowledge and abilities. A typical combination would include a bachelor's degree with major coursework in business, finance, real estate or closely related fields plus additional specialized courses or seminars in real estate areas plus five years of demonstrated experience in work directly associated with development/asset management in commercial real estate.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES


To perform the typical tasks and duties of the position successfully, the knowledge, skills and/or abilities listed below are required.

Knowledge of:

• City Charter, Port Ordinance, Board of Port Commission By-Laws and Administrative Rules, and Port policies and procedures.
• Civil Service Rules, Memoranda of Understanding, and other policies and procedures governing employee affairs.
• Methods of contract and lease negotiation.
  Airport property management principles including concession practices and airline requirements.
• Principles and practices of commercial real estate management, asset management and property management.

Ability to:

• Define management issues and analyze problems by collecting needed information, evaluating and prioritizing causal factors and effects, discarding irrelevant factors, producing solutions and taking action or recommending action to the Director of Aviation.
• Negotiate with other parties from widely diverse backgrounds with diplomacy.
• Meet goals and objectives through effective personnel assignments, supervision, performance evaluations, and resource allocation.
• Motivate subordinates and others through a presence of authority, responsibility and leadership.

THE SELECTION PROCESS

Stage I: Application and Supplemental Questionnaire Evaluation (Pass/Fail) - The first stage in the selection process will consist of an application and supplemental questionnaire appraisal review (pass/fail). Applications submitted without a completed supplemental questionnaire will not be given further consideration. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to the next stage. Only the most suitably qualified candidates will be invited to Stage II.

Stage II: Assessment Examination (Weighted 100%) - The second stage of the selection process may consist of a combination of job-related situational project exercises and an oral panel interview designed to assess technical knowledge and any additional other KSAs. Job-related situational project exercises may consist of written exercises, performance exercises or other situational exercises that would assess the KSAs. The Assessment Examination is designed to test your overall aptitude for the position.

Candidates must achieve a scale score of 70 or more on this examination to be placed on the hiring list for employment consideration. The Port of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.

ADVISORIES

Immigration and Reform Control Act: In compliance with the Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, the Port of Oakland will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Social Security card must be presented, and the name on it must match the name on the application.

Americans with Disabilities (ADA): In compliance with State and Federal Laws, the Port will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The Port is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the selection process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations during the selection process must notify Nancy Phetdaravanh at nphetdaravanh@portoakland.com within seven (7) calendar days of the closing date of the job announcement. The Port requires applicants to provide supporting medical documentation to substantiate a request for reasonable accommodation.

The Port of Oakland is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Additional Requirements

Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license at the time of and for the duration of appointment.

This Airport specific classification requires each incumbent to complete and pass a Transportation Security Administration/Federal Aviation Administration (TSA/FAA) 10-year employment history verification, which will include fingerprinting and a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) prior to being considered for this position. This status must be maintained for the duration of employment at the airport.
To be considered, all candidates must submit an online application to Port of Oakland.

To Apply:

Port of Oakland - Application

Deadline for applications: February 7, 2025 at 5:00pm PT.

Contact for this search is:
Kenneth Gwyn, A.A.E.
kenneth@adkexecutivesearch.com

The Port of Oakland'sbenefit program ranks among the best in the region for public jurisdictions and is designed to reward performance and promote a balanced lifestyle, both at the workplace and away from the workplace, for its employees and their families. The Port is committed to the health and well-being of its employees and has been recognized as a FIT-Friendly Employer by the American Heart Association.

• The Port is part of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). CalPERS is a defined pension provided to regular full-time employees that work for the Port. The CalPERS defined pension is based on predetermined formula that factors in an employee's earnings history, tenure of service and age. The retirement formula for new hires is 2% at 62 years of age or 2.5% at 55 for with other CalPERS service and/or reciprocity.
• The Port offers retiree medical benefits for employees and dependents after 10 years of CalPERS service (including 5 years at the Port).
• The Port pays 100% of the premium cost for employees and dependent health insurance coverage not to exceed the Kaiser-HMO Family Plan; cash in lieu of medical benefit is also available.
• The Port pays 100% of the premium cost for dental and vision coverage.
• The Port pays 100% of the premium cost for Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage and reimburses employees for the State Disability Insurance.
• The Port pays 100% of the premium cost for life insurance at one-time annual salary with certain limits.
• The Port offers aDeferred Compensation Plan allowing employees to save and invest money for retirement with tax benefits.

Time Away from Work

• From 2 to 5 weeks of vacation depending on years of employment at the Port.
• 10 days of management leave for employees exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
• 1 paid Floating Holiday per year.
• 12 days of sick leave per year after three months of employment which includes 4 days of personal leave.
• 13paid holidays as well as the second half of the shift on December 24 and December 31.

Closing Date/Time: 2/7/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$16,899.00 - $20,936.00 Monthly