Director of Real Estate

Job description

Since 1971, A New Leaf has been dedicated to its mission of “Helping Families…Changing Lives,” making a positive impact on the lives of over 24,000 people annually in the Phoenix Metropolitan area. A New Leaf is committed to empowering individuals and enriching communities through transformative services. Guided by our core values—Compassion, Passion for Results, Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, and Conscientiousness—we strive to create meaningful, lasting impacts in the communities we serve. Director of Real Estate A New Leaf is committed to empowering individuals and enriching communities through transformative services. Our core values—Compassion, Passion for Results, Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, and Conscientiousness—guide us in creating meaningful, lasting impacts in the communities we serve. Job Summary: The Director of Real Estate provides leadership and oversight for the organization's real estate portfolio, facilities operations, property management, and asset management functions. This position is responsible for ensuring organizational properties are safe, well-maintained, financially responsible, and aligned with operational and programmatic needs through oversight of facilities maintenance, capital improvement planning, construction and renovation projects, third-party property management, and real estate activities. The Director partners with executive leadership to develop long-term property strategies, manage organizational risks, and provide recommendations that support responsible stewardship of agency assets and future growth. Responsibilities: 1. Lead the organization's real estate portfolio, including owned, leased, controlled, administrative, housing, and program properties. 2. Develop and implement facilities-based asset management strategies that support long-term stewardship of organizational assets. 3. Oversee facilities operations, preventive maintenance programs, repair priorities, work order performance, vendor services, and property operations across the organization's portfolio. 4. Evaluate facility conditions, occupancy needs, deferred maintenance, infrastructure, and operational requirements to identify property improvement priorities. 5. Develop and maintain multi-year capital needs assessments, property improvement plans, and capital investment recommendations. 6. Partner with Finance, Operations, Facilities, Programs, and Executive Leadership to support capital planning, budget development, and project prioritization. 7. Serve as the primary organizational liaison for third-party property management partners and monitor property performance, maintenance activities, occupancy trends, compliance reporting, and contractual expectations. 8. Oversee construction, renovation, major repair, and capital improvement projects, including project planning, budgets, schedules, vendor performance, and project implementation. 9. Coordinate with contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, property managers, lenders, brokers, attorneys, public agencies, and other stakeholders to support organizational real estate activities. 10. Support affordable housing initiatives and real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, site evaluations, and projects involving LIHTC, HUD, HOME, CDBG, and other applicable funding programs. 11. Conduct due diligence activities related to acquisitions, leases, development projects, renovations, and property dispositions. 12. Identify facility, operational, environmental, financial, insurance, and compliance risks and develop recommendations to support organizational decision-making. 13. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, funding agreements, safety standards, accessibility requirements, and organizational policies. 14. Prepare reports, recommendations, project updates, and presentations for Executive Leadership and the Board of Directors. 15. Provide leadership and oversight to assigned staff, contractors, consultants, vendors, and third-party property management partners. 16. Collaborate across departments and with external partners to support organizational priorities, operational excellence, and responsible stewardship of agency assets. 17. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Education: • Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, Urban Planning, Facilities Management, Business Administration, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field. A master's degree in a related field is preferred. Experience: • Seven (7) to ten (10) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in real estate, facilities management, asset management, property operations, construction management, affordable housing, or a closely related field. • Experience overseeing facilities maintenance, multi-site property operations, capital improvement planning, construction or renovation projects, and third-party property management. • Experience coordinating with contractors, consultants, architects, engineers, brokers, lenders, legal counsel, public agencies, and other external stakeholders. • Experience supporting affordable housing initiatives and projects involving LIHTC, HUD, HOME, CDBG, or other federal, state, or local funding programs preferred. Working Conditions/Physical Requirements: • Work is performed in a combination of office, construction, and community settings, with regular travel required to organizational properties, housing sites, meetings, and other business locations. • Frequent use of a personal or agency vehicle to conduct property visits, attend meetings, coordinate with contractors, vendors, public agencies, and community partners, and perform other job-related responsibilities. • Ability to perform the essential functions of the position in office, community, and property environments, including navigating active construction sites and uneven terrain, as needed. • Frequent use of computers, phones, and agency technology systems for documentation, reporting, communication, project management, and operational oversight. • Occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds for materials, equipment, or office supplies. • Must be able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions. • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, in accordance with applicable law. Compliance Requirements: • Must Be At Least 21 Years of Age • Class One Fingerprint Clearance Card • DCS Central Registry Background Check • Drug Screening • Valid Unrestricted Driver’s License • Current Auto Liability Insurance • 39 Month Motor Vehicle Record • Adhere to all organizational policies, including the Code of Conduct, professional standards, and relevant regulations. Mandated Reporter Requirements: • As a mandated reporter under Arizona statute A.R.S. § 13-3620, you are required to immediately report any suspected abuse or neglect of a minor to your Supervisor, Manager, Director, Clinical Director, or Chief Officer, who will assist in making the appropriate report to authorities. • Reports should be directed to either the local law enforcement agency or child protective services (1-888-SOS-CHILD). Abuse suspected of involving a family member or legal guardian should be reported to child protective services, while other cases should be reported to law enforcement. Responsible To: Chief Operations Officer Supervisory Responsibilities: Facilities Staff We appreciate your interest in our organization. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. A New Leaf is an at-will employer. Any offer of employment with A New Leaf is contingent upon a successful consumer report, which includes verification of employment, education, criminal background search, and driving records. A New Leaf is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program. BENEFITS PACKAGE: All of our employees enjoy the following benefits: direct deposit, competitive pay, accrued sick time, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), an annual team member appreciation event, and an informal yet professional team environment. For full-time employees, we also provide the following as part of the total compensation plan: Dental/Vision Coverage, Accrued Sick and Vacation Time, Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, 401(K), Tuition Reimbursement, and a Wellness Program. This program has received a Silver Level of excellence in worksite wellness and includes Annual Biometrics, Gym Reimbursements, Wellness Initiatives, Workers Compensation improvements, and much more.