MANAGER - PROPERTY MANAGEMENT STARTING (JULY 1, 2026)

Property Management

Manages all operating and discontinued properties as well as the leasing, disposition, purchasing and related activities associated with all real property for the district.

Develops databases that profile all properties owned by APS and details location, condition, capital improvement needs, historical data and capital investments.

Negotiates and organizes leases, special use permits and contracts.

Establishes, implements, and coordinates disposition strategies of surplus property, including lease, sale, or reuse by communities, APS or other parties.

Recommend approval of leases and manages the collection of payments.

Facilitates appraisals and surveys of properties.

Manages effective community relations with all property issues.

Attends meetings that relate to communities surrounding APS property, facilities planning and other related meetings.

Research history on all properties APS currently owns, including developed and future properties, athletic fields, parks and other facilities.

Monitors and communicates project status, key decisions, milestones, changes, and deliverables in a timely and effective manner to appropriate partners and stakeholders.

Develops and prepares correspondence, status reports, presentations, spreadsheets, or other program-related information.

Edits written/printed communications content for accuracy, formatting, and audience relevancy.

Responds to program-related inquiries and requests for information in a timely manner.

Provides property related meeting agenda, materials, minutes and/or follow-up action items to all participants accordingly.

Communicates information and ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

Analyzes information and propose recommendations for consideration, as needed.

Maintains project documentation in an accessible, central repository.

Required to have prompt, regular attendance in person and be available to work on-site during regular business hours and as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator or their representative.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree in related field.

Additional years of equivalent professional experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.

Certification/License: Agent license required. Broker license preferred.

Work Experience: Commercial real estate experience preferred. 5 years of progressively responsible experience with the management, acquisition and disposition of real property and related support functions. Experience working with internal user groups, school-based customers and/or community groups. Experience in K12 education or public sector preferred.

Salary Information:

Pay Grade: 133 Salary Schedules - Atlanta Public Schools.

Work Days: Annual.

FLSA Status: Exempt.

Employment Category: At-Will.

Reports to: Director (Planning, Property, & Energy).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Computer proficient with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Ability to understand and communicate basic statistical analysis.

Detail oriented with excellent planning and organizational skills.

Ability to manage time with flexibility and little supervision.

Proven ability to coordinate within all levels of district management.

Consistently demonstrating the ability to effectively manage projects.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Ability to interact and partner with various levels of management, staff, faculty and outside constituents.

Physical Abilities and Working Conditions:

The physical abilities, working conditions and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of, but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. In the event of an emergency or situation requiring guidance from Federal, State, or local or school district authorities, the requirements of this position may change temporarily or for the school year to best serve the needs of our students.

Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.

Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions.

Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.

Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.

Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 15 or more pounds on a frequent basis.

Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.

Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress.

Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities: Will require travel to multiple sites.

The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.