Real Estate Representative

If you have an interest in business real estate, we have a unique opportunity for you! The Property Management Coordinator works alongside local management to maintain our billboard real estate portfolio. This includes all real estate-related functions and activities necessary to profitably secure, maintain, and grow the company's real estate portfolio of leased and owned properties in a manner consistent with Lamar’s business practices. Our Lamar office in Columbia, South Carolina, is in search of a new real estate team member to help us enhance the outdoor advertising in Columbia, SC, and the surrounding areas.

Why Lamar?

Lamar is a certified Great Place to Work , with 88% of employees in agreement. Lamar Advertising has also been named as a “Best Company to Work For” in U.S. News & World Report’s annual ranking.

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What you can expect from us:

• A Monday-Friday 8a-5p work schedule
• A range of $45,760 - $60,000/ year, dependent on relevant experience and qualifications
• 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure
• 12 paid company holidays, including President's Day and Juneteenth
• A comprehensive training program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential
• Multiple medical plan options and health savings account
• Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident coverage
• Short & long-term disability and paid parental leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401k plan with company match
• Up to $1,200 value in employer-paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for engaging in our wellness program
• A people-first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback

What we're looking for in YOU:

• Ability to learn city and state codes/regulations, including permitting and zoning variances
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize demands to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and Adobe, and the enthusiasm to develop new web application skills
• Skill in speaking with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Attention to detail in composing, typing, and proofing materials
• Knowledge of basic accounting skills and practices
• Ability to operate within a set yearly budget
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships, both internally and externally.
• Ability to handle confidential information and situations.

One of the three education and experience requirements must be met for consideration:

• An Associate's degree with 1 year of experience in business, real estate, leasing, or another related field,
• 2 years of experience in business, real estate, leasing, or another related field
• OR Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in a related field such as business or real estate.

Additional requirements/preferences:

• A current and valid driver’s license is required.
• Real estate license and/or notary license is preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in land acquisition, zoning, and land use planning is preferred.

Please note: Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete an 8-15 minute personality assessment. This assessment compares your professional soft skills to the skills required for success in this role. Please answer honestly; this is not a test! Not completing this assessment could result in disqualification from consideration for this position.

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A day in your life as a Property Management Coordinator includes:

• Entering, maintaining, and routinely auditing data and documentation to ensure accurate accounting, recordkeeping, and file management within various internal software applications
• Acting as the first point of contact with existing and potential landowners
• Maintaining an accurate record of state and local zoning ordinances and monitoring any proposed zoning applications or changes

You'll also be responsible for assisting with:

• Monitoring and analyzing critical operational data associated with numerous land lease agreements, owned properties, and other real estate assets
• Creating and maintaining an up-to-date market abstract by identifying areas for growth or relocation of existing assets that meet the criteria for permitting
• Monitoring competitor activity and permitting practices
• Engaging in landowner negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Preparing and presenting agreements with landowners and their agents/representatives
• Coordinating and overseeing the due diligence and purchase process for approved easement and land
• Collecting and processing of property tax invoices for company-owned real estate
• Preparing monthly and/or annual percentage/overage payments and applicable consumer price index (CPI) adjustments for manager review and approval
• Securing and renewing all applicable governmental approvals, including, but not limited to, variances, construction, vegetation, and conditional use permits associated with new or existing sign sites
• Collaborating with internal company departments and landowners to ensure continued access to the company’s signs and resolving any appearance or vegetation issues

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• The primary work environment for this position is an office; however, driving in the field is also required.
• The physical demands for this position include light lifting, seeing (with a focus on reading, acuity, depth perception, and peripheral vision), sitting more than 50% of the time, standing, stooping, talking, turning, and
• Nights spent traveling, away from home, are less than 10%.

Who we are:


Founded in 1902, Lamar Advertising Company is one of the largest outdoor advertising companies in the world. With over 360,000 displays across the United States and Canada, Lamar is dedicated to helping both local businesses and national brands reach broad audiences every day.

We provide ad space through:

• Billboards
• Interstate logos
• Handpainted murals
• Transportation and airports
• The largest network of digital billboards in the United States

We live by the Golden Rule, and we operate with honesty and integrity in every aspect of our business. We are open with our employees, transparent with our customers, and loyal to the communities in which we serve. While Lamar is a large company, each office has its own culture and family atmosphere, making employees feel connected both locally and nationally.

We are committed to sustainable and environmentally friendly business practices and use a number of innovative strategies to reduce our environmental impact. Please click here to learn more about Lamar's green initiatives.

Lamar is an EEO/AA employer, including Individuals with Disabilities, Protected Veterans, and any other State or Federally protected characteristic.

Please note: Lamar Advertising does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a work visa. Only candidates with U.S. work authorization not requiring sponsorship will be considered for employment.

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