Real Estate Manager II

Overview

The Department of Buildings & General Services (BGS) is offering a unique opportunity to develop and showcase your commercial real estate knowledge and skills as a Real Estate Manager in the Planning & Property Management Division.

 

The State of Vermont owns and leases a diverse portfolio consisting of approximately five million square feet of office, retail, industrial, and medical space. You will work with a dynamic team to manage all aspects of the State's real estate portfolio including space use planning, acquisition, disposition, and leasing. Your work will make a difference in the lives of others by providing safe, functional workspaces for state agencies and those they serve.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Plan, organize, and coordinate the purchase and sale of real estate from initial assignment to completion.
• Analyze existing leases and negotiate renewals based on fair market rates.
• Work with space planners to analyze space use and transition tenant groups to new space when appropriate.
• Conduct space searches for new leased space based on programmatic needs.
• Write new leases, negotiate terms, and coordinate fit-up to meet tenant specifications.
• Regularly communicate with tenant groups, landlords, contractors, and brokers.
• Track and report on space use and related costs using Microsoft products.

 

This position is based in Montpelier and is eligible for some telework.

 

This position is classified as a Property Management Specialist II by the Department of Human Resources.

Who May Apply

This position, Real Estate Manager II (#49549), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition. 

• Real Estate Manager I (#49567)
• Real Estate Manager II (#49549)

 
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Kamdon Thompson at kamdon.thompson@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed in a mix of standard office setting and field work. Assignments require frequent travel throughout the State, for which the use of either fleet vehicle or private means of transportation may be required. Property negotiations may evoke strong adversarial opinions.

Minimum Qualifications

Four (4) or more years of experience in property management, real estate, or maintenance/construction project management.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in business, accounting, paralegal certificate, or related field.
Experience with commercial real estate.

Special Requirements

A valid driver’s license is required.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic i