Senior Management Specialist

NYCSCA•Queens, KY

About The Position

Build your career while building NYC schools! The SCA’s Real Estate Services Division is principally responsible for the identification, evaluation, and acquisition (through negotiated purchase and eminent domain) or leasing, of both sites for new construction and leased sites in support of the Department of Education's Capacity Program. The Division also manages the public review, State Environmental Quality Review (SEQR), and zoning override processes for new sites, and negotiates renewals of existing leases. The Division's landlord-tenant liaisons facilitate communication between the SCA, Division of School Facilities (DSF), and landlords regarding issues related to construction or occupancy. Job Description Summary The Senior Management Specialist is responsible for the Leasing and Acquisition of new School Sites, State Environmental Quality Review and Zoning related as well as maintaining relationships with Landlords for ongoing management of Lease conducting and coordinating management, operational, and financial analyses.

Requirements

Three years of full-time experience in consulting, design and implementation of management reports, or operations, financial, and/or management analysis, including relevant computer skills; or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Baccalaureate in Real Estate, Architecture, or Urban Planning; Masters preferred.
Five years of full-time experience in land acquisition, leasing and associated due diligence measures, State Environmental Quality Review and Zoning with a familiarity with design and construction matters, including relevant computer skills; or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Perform site assessments of land and buildings for potential use as a school.
Work with real estate brokers to identify appropriate school sites and arrange for site access.
Financial analysis of lease terms, review/approval of market analysis and appraisals prepared by outside consultants.
Review/approval of consultant invoices for payment.
Assure all required environmental due diligence is completed
Preparation of State Environmental Quality Review documents and Issuance of Environmental Determination including Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements.
Preparation of Zoning Override packages for approval by the Deputy Mayor
Coordination with Architecture/Engineering Division on project design and creation of Landlord Scopes of Work/Developer “White Box” requirements and ensure all work is completed to SCA satisfaction.
Manage relationships between Landlords and the Department of Education (DOE), Coordination between Landlord/Tenant team, Legal Department and DOE/Division of School Facilities.
Strong problem solving and tracking skills when issues arise to bring to resolution.
Excellent communication skills. This encompasses coordination and communication between various SCA divisions to achieve project objectives and schedules.
The ability to engage community partners and elected officials and to explain technical matters to the public in a clear and understandable way.
Ability to work on short deadlines and balance a high volume of projects and with differing schedules.
Ensure accuracy, quality and appropriateness of Division documents such as Leases, Development Agreements, Market Studies/Appraisals, SEQR and Zoning Documents.
Performs related duties, as assigned.

Benefits

Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
Prescription Drug Options
Dental & Vision Coverage
NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)
Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
Transit Check Program
Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits
tuition reimbursement for continued education that is directly related to your current role, as well as access to a broad range of individual and organizational training opportunities.
Trainings on leadership development, technical skill-building, compliance, personal and professional growth.