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Airport Properties Specialist

Annual Salary Range: $65,665.6 - $76,273.6

Job Summary: Under direction of the Properties & Concessions Manager, performs a variety of cross-functional activities related to the Airport's property management and business development programs, including managing various activities of concessions, airlines, aviation support companies, and non-aeronautical properties related such as passenger terminals, land, office buildings, cargo facilities, warehouses, hangars and other properties; preparing verbal and written reports and recommendations to management to maximize revenues from the use of Airport properties; preparing verbal and written reports and making recommendations regarding management of operating policies and practices to improve operating efficiencies. Position is necessary to effectively manage the contractual and other legal obligations of tenants and the County. This position helps to maintain sustainable airport operations through maximization of revenue generation and provision of services to the general public (community), businesses, tenants, and other airport users. This is accomplished through active property management, data collection and analysis, tenant, and stakeholder relations at Milwaukee Mitchell International and the Timmerman Airport.

JOB DUTIES:

• Agreement and Contract Management - Administer and enforce compliance with Airport leases, contracts, permits, operating, and other agreements, standards, rules and policies, and other obligations all in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; actively manage properties; contact tenants regarding timely and correct payments and resolve delinquent payments; administer the Airport Tenant Improvement Program; manage transition of possession of leased premises; monitor tenant construction; complete regular inspections of properties and associated facilities, document findings and resolutions; review and interpret complex airport leases, contracts, ordinances, surveys, construction drawings, grant assurances, etc.; understand and apply real estate principles/practices.
• Lease Management System Administration - Navigate/monitor lease management system, including data management, critical dates, and completion of associated activities in a timely/effective manner, ensure data is correct/accurate, ensure timely distribution of tenant notifications, ensure proper reporting of data, monitor KPI dashboard/identify and correct undesired trends/events; review status of certificates of insurance and bonds; review tenant contract data for accuracy/completeness, update contact information on a regular basis.
• Tenant/User Relations Management - Liaise with tenants, stakeholders and others regarding performance, procedures, responsibilities and resolution of issues; maintain/foster relationships with tenants, airport users, clients, and County stakeholders, etc.; understand roles, effectively interact with stakeholder disciplines, including maintenance, operations, planning, engineering, construction, and environmental safety; interact effectively/courteously with employees, tenants, and general public in a vibrant international aviation environment; gain cooperation through tactful discussion and persuasion.
• Research, Analysis, and Development of Recommendations - Collect data, project revenues and costs; monitor KPI, reviews and prepare financial, statistical and operating reports; prepare clear, concise reports, records, and other written materials; communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing; monitor, analyze various sources of data regarding financial health and operating performance, including concessions; research contracts and other sources of information in support of property and contract management, negotiations and/or to resolve tenant disputes/claims.
• Negotiation - New Contract Support - Complete or assist in negotiation of non-concession related, non-competitive land and facility rental, contracts, and renewals, e.g., month-to-month permits and leases with potential tenants for rates, size and use of space, location, responsibility for repairs and maintenance and term of agreement.
• Budget Support - Assist with management of departmental budget and budget development; apply accounting, financial, administrative, and business management practices/procedures; assist in resolution of delinquent accounts; analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement effective solutions; work well under pressure and manage multiple assignments and projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a current resident of the State of Wisconsin.
• Possession of a valid Wisconsin driver's license at time of application and maintained throughout employment.

• HS Diploma/GED with some experience in Airport Management, Aviation, Property Management, Real Estate, Concessions with at least One (1) year of experience in Airport/Aviation, Property Management, Real Estate, Concessions

OR

• Bachelor's degree in aviation, real estate, planning, business, or concessions.
• Work experience: Contracts, leases, agreements, permit processing, and customer service (or equivalent). Experience with general aviation (GA), fixed base operators (FBO)airlines, air cargo or other aviation support services preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of all related computer and software applications, such as word processing and spreadsheets.
• Must be able to Lift/Carry/Push/Pull 10 lbs

Annual Salary Range: $65,665 - $76,273

Closing Date: April 30, 2024 @ 10:59 pm or upon receiving 50 applications.

Note: This Original Examination is open to current residents of the State of Wisconsin. The selection process will be job related and will consist of one or more of the following: education and experience evaluation; written, oral, or performance tests, or other assessment methods.

Org Unit: 5030 PR 28M PY

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.

• Airport, GMIA, Timmerman, 5300 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States of America
• Milwaukee, WI, USA