Real Estate Manager | Department of Aviation

Salary range: $82,000.00-$95,000.00

Posting expires: 10.21.2026

General Description and Classification Standards

Manages the use of airport property through leases, permits and contracts. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: supervising staff; directing activities; managing negotiations; overseeing the preparation of contractual agreements; arranging for the disposition of property; preparing reports; and processing associated paperwork.

Supervision Received

Works under very general supervision. Depending on organization structure, may work independently with responsibility for an assigned function or program.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Directs the preparation of financial statements and reports on the status of airport properties and maintains database of property inventory.
• Manages the negotiation and preparation of contractual agreements between the City and lessees at airport facilities; and coordinates with the legal department in the preparation of contractual documents related to the usages of airport real property by airlines and other businesses.
• Negotiates terms and conditions for providing management services and drafts contracts outlining management responsibilities, services to be rendered and service costs.
• Coordinates audits to review lease obligations to ensure the City is adequately recovering the value of its assets and providing access to those assets in an equitable manner.
• Plans and schedules negotiation sessions, meetings, City Council meetings, date-sensitive contract agreement executions and expirations, rental adjustments and performance appraisals.
• Solicits, coordinates and compiles data or input from departmental staff and other City officials and tenants.

Decision Making

Develops and implements long-term goals for the department in order to promote effectiveness and efficiency; and uses independent judgment and discretion in managing subordinates including the handling of emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards and resolving problems.

Leadership Provided

Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, handling employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

• Knowledge of management and financial practices, policies and procedures as necessary in the completion of daily responsibilities.
• Skill in effectively communicating and interacting with subordinates, management, other employees and members of the general public.
• Ability to develop and administer operations and staff plans and objectives for the expediency and effectiveness of specific obligations of the City under airport agreements.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in aviation management, real estate, business or public administration, or a related field. 5 years' of progressively responsible business real estate or commercial property management and supervisory and/or managerial experience is required; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this job.

Preferred Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in aviation management, real estate, business or public administration or a related field and 5-8 years' of progressively responsible business real estate or commercial property management and supervisory and/or managerial experience is preferred.

Licensures and Certifications

None required.

Essential Capabilities and Work Environment

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.”