Real Estate Development Specialist
About The Position
As a significant part of the Housing Business Unit, this position is responsible for working closely with the Director of Real Estate Development and the Project Manager of Real Estate Development to participate in every phase of real estate development. The Real Estate Development Specialist (REDS) would also be actively involved as developments progress through to completion. The REDS would be familiar with the due diligence associated with real estate acquisitions and real estate closings. The REDS would interact with development partners, funding agencies, contractors, property managers and other key partners.
Requirements
- High school diploma is required with additional post-secondary education or certifications preferred.
- Proven understanding of real estate acquisition processes and loan closings.
- Ability to work closely and successfully with internal and external team to achieve results.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office tools and able to learn and use other digital tools that will enable the Housing Business Unit to be successful.
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills that presents a professional interaction to funding agencies, partners, consultants and third party contractors.
- This position requires a valid driver’s license, proof of vehicle insurance and safe driving record.
- Must successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check.
Responsibilities
- Complete tasks as assigned by Director of Real Estate Development and Project Manager.
- Maintain project files, including correspondence, reports, and invoicing for funding agencies, lenders, partners and third party contractors.
- Ship or mail project documents as required.
- Monitor and distribute incoming mail and shipments.
- Work within the Housing Business Unit and with fiscal department as directed.
- Work closely with NeighborWorks, Federation of Appalachian Housing Enterprises, Alabama Housing Finance Authority, South Carolina Housing Finance and Development Authority, Federal Home Loan Bank, and other housing partners.
- Communicate and coordinate with Asset Manager as needed for work related to new and existing projects.
- Communicate and Coordinate with Fiscal staff to ensure prompt and accurate processing of accounts.
- Take all internal and inter-agency meeting minutes as needed.
- Work as directed on NeighborWorks Week projects.
- Other duties as may be necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of this position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
