Leasing Property Manager

The Leasing Property Manager supports the daily management and ongoing stewardship of University of Alaska lands through the University of Alaska Land Management (“UALM”) office Leasing Program. The primary responsibility of this position is to support a full range of real property lease projects associated with the acquisition, management, and disposal of lease interest. UALM’s leasing portfolio comprises land, ground, cell tower, oil & gas, mineral, and commercial space leasing.

As our Leasing Property Manager, you will manage all phases of a lease application for Land Management’s leasing portfolio comprising land, ground, cell tower, oil & gas, mineral, and commercial space. You also will be responsible for the day-to-day management and operational functions on assigned commercial properties, manage financial aspects of the properties, and tenant relations on behalf of the University of Alaska.

You will be joining a group of experienced land management professionals whose activities support local jobs in Alaska and help fund the UA Scholars Program that directly benefits students. Our office provides technical real estate support for all University properties and is dedicated to responsible development of all lands for their highest and best value. Join us in shaping the future of higher education in Alaska and be part of the team dedicated to generating revenue to support the University’s education mission.

To thrive in this role, you must be able to apply your commercial property management know-how to the unique environment of higher education. You must be proficient in developing lease contracts with a solid emphasis on budget and expense reporting associated with building operations, tenant relations, and customer service.

This position handles a variety of lease transactions that will require attention to detail, dedication to doing things right, flexibility, and the ability to work well with other agency staff, local officials as well as professional consultants. The Leasing Property Manager will manage budget, expenses, and oversee the leasing process, implement successful marketing strategies, and ensure high occupancy rates for all commercial properties while maintaining a positive environment for all tenants in our properties. This is a hands-on, fast-paced, customer service-oriented role that requires excellent communication and organizational skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for the performance of the commercial properties as well as assist in leases, permits, and easements.

Minimum Qualifications:

This position requires you to have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and five years of progressively responsible relevant experience (e.g. land, resource, and real property planning, projects, negotiations, contracting, finance, business, or law), or an equivalent combination of related training and work experience will be considered. Proficiency in Word and Excel, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite. Must have strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving ability.

A valid AK License or the ability to obtain one upon hire is required, and a clean driving record in compliance with UA Safe Driving Criteria as outlined in the Transportation Safety Guide.

Position Details:

This position is located in the Bragaw Office Complex, less than 2 miles north of UAA’s Main campus, in Anchorage, AK, and flexible on-site/hybrid work arrangements may be considered in accordance with UA regulations. 2-3 days in the office will be required per week, although there could be some variance depending on the role, season, etc.  The successful candidate is expected to live and work in the Anchorage area.

Travel is a requirement for site visits, driving or flying to locations. This is a full-time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA staff salary schedule, Grade 80, based on education and experience.

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references with your application.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.

Review of application materials will begin immediately. Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.  Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Terra Preslan, UA System Office HR Coordinator, at ua-so-hr@alaska.edu or 907-450-8261.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Noncampus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus.  The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.  

Access to the reports is available at:

UAA: (Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska-Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension) Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or police@uaa.alaska.edu / 907-786-1214 or uaa_deanofstudents@alaska.edu. 

UAF: (Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus) Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or uaf-orca@alaska.edu.

UAS: (Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus) Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/equity-and-compliance/docs/clery/UAS_ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing uas.clery@alaska.edu.