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Burning Man Director of Real Estate Development in Reno, Nevada
JOB SUMMARY
The Director of Real Estate Development is responsible for Burning Man Project’s Nevada real estate activities, including strategic planning, master planning, site identification, site feasibility, acquisition, financial analysis, and successful transition of projects from construction to operation.
The position involves project management responsibilities for individual projects as needed and overseeing project management activities.
This is a regular, full-time role based in Reno, NV. This year-round position will serve as a key leader within the organization and be responsible for managing Burning Man Project’s (BMP) real estate strategy in Northern Nevada.
The ideal candidate for this position would be able to relocate and live full-time in or close to Reno/Gerlach, NV.
DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Strategic Planning
This role will help strategize housing options for the Burning Man year-round staff and related local community.
The Director of Real Estate will also be responsible for leading and administering assigned aspects of the Real Estate Department, including revenue generation and realizing BMP’s mission and Sustainability Roadmap.
Development of project acquisition and funding strategies to support organizational goals.
Identify and collaborate with BMP staff to secure appropriate financing for new developments.
Keep abreast of new and existing funding programs.
Development
Identify potential sites for construction and/or rehabilitation, negotiate with potential property sellers, and identify acquisition opportunities for housing development.
Assess site and financial feasibility of new development opportunities including, but not limited to, community/political support, consistency with priorities of available public funding, and timing based on available resources (financial and human).
Manage design development and construction, and lease up phases of development.
Prepare financial and physical feasibility analyses of potential sites and developments
Projects may include new construction, acquisition and rehabilitation, and programming.
Operations
Make regular progress reports to the CEO and Management Team throughout the development process.
The role will cultivate and sustain strong working relationships within the department and work closely with other department leads (Nevada Operations,the Fly Ranch team, Government Relations, Philanthropic Engagement, Legal, Finance, BRC Operations, People Operations).
They will interact regularly with Gerlach residents, including attending Gerlach General Improvement District (GGID) and Citizen Advisory Board (CAB) meetings, and advocate within the organization for the needs of the Gerlach, Empire, Hualapai, Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe, and northern Nevada communities as they relate to BMP and Real Estate activities.
Negotiate all acquisition contracts and predevelopment contracts (site studies, appraisals, design feasibility, etc.).
Provide technical assistance during initial feasibility determination, particularly input regarding financing and cost assumptions.
Select and supervise consultants, contractors, and property management staff
Ensure a successful transition of projects from construction to operation.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED
The ideal candidate for this position would be able to relocate and live full-time in or close to Gerlach, NV (Reno, NV possible).
Bachelor's degree in real estate, finance, or business administration.
10 - 12 years experience in real estate.
Thorough knowledge and demonstrated experience in leading and overseeing community and economic development and/or real estate development and major capital investment projects including: site assessment, programming, acquisitions, financing, design, construction, and operations.
Strong understanding of property management, real estate law, and contract interpretation.
PREFERRED
Advanced degree in real estate, finance, or business administration.
Experience with inclusive growth, renewal energy, and/or land trust.
This role will require a strong understanding of property management, real estate law, and contract interpretation.
It is helpful if the candidate has previously been to Burning Man and/or is familiar with its culture.
LEARNING AND TEACHING
Documentation - Drives the creation, publishing, and maintenance of process documentation related to assigned duties.
Teaching – Takes a leadership role in the acculturation and training of staff. Teaches live or e-learning classes, as requested. Promotes a culture of teaching and learning throughout the community.
Mentoring - Mentors subordinates in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and experience that will allow them to advance in the organization. Aids, encourages and inspires their team.
Training development - Collaborates with the education team to develop training materials in their area of expertise, as requested.
Learning – Pursues ongoing learning in their area of expertise, working to stay current on emergent knowledge, skills, and processes. Participates in conferences, forums, and networking events, where appropriate.
Speaking – Represents Burning Man as a subject matter expert and culture-bearer, as requested.
NOTICE FOR ALL APPLICANTS:
Burning Man Project celebrates the importance of creating a diverse environment and enthusiastically encourages Black, Indigenous, Peoples of Color, LGBTQIA+, Immigrant, women, and people with disabilities, of all ages, to apply.
Burning Man Project provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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