DIRECTOR OF CAMPUS OPERATIONS
COMPANY
BH Properties is a 30-year-old, privately held commercial real estate investment firm focused on value-add acquisitions in office, industrial, retail, and multi-family properties throughout the Western United States. In addition, the Company has experience with educational uses through its approximately 500,000 square feet of educational tenants in its portfolio. The Company is vertically integrated, with offices in Los Angeles, Phoenix, Dallas, and Houston.
OPPORTUNITY
The Company recently acquired a former school campus in Oakland, CA, more specifically described below, with the intent of creating a multi-tenant educational campus with common area amenities.
POSITION
The Director of Campus Operations will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Campus and will be the point of contact between ownership and the representatives of the various educational tenants anticipated to occupy the Property for the 2024 academic year along with third party vendors providing services along with establishing an on-site office and staffing considerations Secondary responsibilities may include special projects as assigned. The role, which is highly visible, requires effective communication, both internally and externally. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, comfortable working in a collegial, team environment with minimal day-to-day oversight.
LOCATION
3500 Mountain Blvd., Oakland (Oakland Hills), former campus of Holy Names University
PROPERTY (‘CAMPUS’) DESCRIPTION
- 60 acres in the Oakland Hills
- Quiet, safe, and secure gated access
- Easy access to I-580 and CA-13
- Sweeping bay views
- 14 standalone buildings, approximately 400,000 square feet
- Student Housing, approximately 466 beds in three (3) buildings
- Classrooms, offices, theater, gym, dining hall, cafeteria, and student housing
- On-site surface parking
REPORTING
The position will report to the Company’s Executive Managing Director of Operations or as alternatively assigned.
POTENTIAL START DATE
January 2024
RESPONSIBILITIES
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist with staffing and ‘building out’ resources in anticipation of the 2024 school year.
- Supervise BH Properties facilities and maintenance staff.
- Coordinate scheduled use by the educational tenants of all shared and common amenities, including theaters, gym, dining hall, open spaces and parking.
- Develop, implement, and monitor communication between ownership and tenants with regards to facilities needs and management of shared amenities
- Coordinate and manage third party vendors and contractors.
- Develop recurring schedules for inspection and maintenance of overall campus and shared amenities and related infrastructure.
- Develop, forecast, and monitor annual operating budgets, reporting monthly and noting any major variances.
- Oversee current and recommended improvements to safety and compliance protocols, including supervision of life safety equipment, training, and drills.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
- A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in higher education and / or multi-tenant services management.
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability juggle and manage multiple tasks concurrently, while prioritizing assignments
- Standard office hours but may require variable hours and weekends in order to meet the responsibilities of the position.
- Ability to communicate and present effectively, both orally and in writing
- Intellectual curiosity, strategic thinking capacity, and analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint).
- Adept at developing effective working relationships with others in a team-oriented, collaborative, and deadline driven environme
- Trust and integrity are integral characteristics to enable a successful outcome.
- A “Team Player” mentality, with a passion for brainstorming, problem solving, and independent thinking.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to lift 25 pounds or less.
- Good Vision
- Position requires periods of sitting, standing, and walking.
COMPENSATION
We offer a generous and comprehensive compensation & benefits package, along with the opportunity for professional growth and development within a well-capitalized, entrepreneurial, and growing real estate investment group.
Posted Annual Salary Range: $125,000 – $150,000 DOQ’s
For consideration, please submit resumes / bios to:
careers@bhproperties.com