Land Bank Executive Director

Lorain County Commissioners • Elyria, OH

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About The Position

The Lorain County Land Bank Executive Director oversees the County Land Bank’s daily operations, including property acquisition, disposition, and redevelopment in compliance with state laws and Board policies. The position manages strategic planning, budgeting, and grant funding; maintains property records and ensures accurate reporting; and serves as the primary liaison with the Board of Directors and external stakeholders. The Executive Director fosters partnerships with local governments, nonprofits, and community organizations.

The Lorain County Land Bank’s primary function is to facilitate the return of vacant, abandoned, and tax-foreclosed property to productive tax-paying economic uses or beneficial public uses.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, public administration, or a related area.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in real estate, business administration, public administration, community development, economic development, or a related field.
• Possess a driver’s license and maintain insurability under County insurance policies.
• Knowledge of county, state, and federal legislative, executive, and administrative processes.
• Knowledge of real estate law, the property tax foreclosure process, land bank policies and practices, urban planning, economic development, and grant management.
• Knowledge of business and management principles, project management, strategic planning, and resource allocation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily County Land Bank operations, including property acquisition, disposition, and redevelopment in compliance with state laws and Board policies.
• Manage strategic planning, budgeting, and grant funding.
• Maintain property records and ensure accurate reporting.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the Board of Directors and external stakeholders.
• Foster partnerships with local governments, nonprofits, and community organizations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive