Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST) · 6 hours ago
Transactions Project Manager
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$119K/yr - $132K/yr
3+ years expPeninsula Open Space Trust (POST) is a leading land trust dedicated to protecting the landscapes of the San Francisco Peninsula and South Bay. The Land Transactions Project Manager will lead real estate transactions that further POST’s conservation projects, collaborating with various stakeholders to achieve organizational goals.
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Responsibilities
Cultivates and manages a portfolio of property transactions that support POST’s conservation goals
Negotiates with landowners and collaborates with public agencies, nonprofit partners, and funders to complete real property transactions with mutually beneficial outcomes
Prepares and oversees the development of real property transaction documents such as purchase agreements, conservation easements, and escrow instructions
Hires and manages consultants, service providers, appraisers, attorneys, surveyors, land use planners, environmental consultants, or biologists needed to complete transactions
Ensures quality outcomes by carefully managing aspects of the transaction process including title review, due diligence tasks, record keeping, escrow, and closing in collaboration with other staff including the Land Transactions Coordinator
Coordinates and contributes to successful post-acquisition activities such as transferring ownership to external partners, following up with funders, transitioning properties to our Land Stewardship team for long-term protection of natural resources, and supporting the Stewardship team in planning property management transitions for transfers of land
Presents to the Land Committee and Board of Directors on project opportunities and recommendations
Represents POST at occasional donor, funder, and public events in support of our marketing and fundraising efforts
Works in alignment with POST’s organizational values and its commitment to creating an equitable and inclusive culture
Qualification
Required
Minimum three years relevant experience with project management in a real property-related business, nonprofit, or public agency, ideally including Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, real estate license, law degree, or other relevant credentials
Experience completing land conservation projects with grit and grace, ideally including conservation easements, is essential
Growth mindset and experience managing projects and collaborating in teams with diverse backgrounds
Experience building relationships in service of long-term business goals
Effective communicator and negotiator; strong writing, speaking, presentation and listening abilities
Self-motivated, creative problem solver comfortable asking for help
Knowledge of land trust practices and conservation easements is helpful; training can be provided
Ability to work effectively using Microsoft Office and Google Suite applications
College degree in a relevant field of study, or equivalent and relevant work experience and/or certifications will be considered in lieu of a college degree
Knowledge of or experience in natural resources is necessary
Valid driver's license and insurable driving record
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision coverage
Retirement account contribution & matching
Generous time off
Paid maternity/paternity/family medical leave
Life and long term disability insurance
Pet insurance
Excellent learning and mental/physical wellness programs
Personal mobile/internet usage stipend
Commuter benefits
And many more!
Company
Peninsula Open Space Trust (POST)
Our Mission: POST protects open space on the Peninsula and in the South Bay for the benefit of all.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Marti Tedesco
Chief Marketing Officer
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