Schedule: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm   Salary: $60, 000 / year    The Real Estate and Facilities Specialist supports Vinfen's Real Estate and Facilities departments by providing expertise in several key areas. The Real Estate and Facilities Specialist will be responsible for identifying, previewing, and securing properties for residential, commercial, and day program use.   The Real Estate and Facilities Specialist will also negotiate and administer lease agreements; coordinate activities related to purchases, and communicate appropriate information to myriad constituencies. The Real Estate and Facilities Specialist will collaborate with program and facilities staff to negotiate and coordinate repair, maintenance, and lease-related responsibilities with property owners.   The Real Estate and Facilities Specialist responsibilities include: Site Acquisition: Develops and maintains a network of landlords, property management companies,
real estate brokers, investors, and company personnel to assist with identifying and
securing residential and commercial properties suitable for Vinfen programs within
budgetary parameters. Coordinates appointments for program preview and department site feasibility. Assists Facilities staff in coordinating all necessary inspections. Assists Facilities and program staff in developing punch list of build-out requirements; communicates and negotiates said requirements to/with owner. Negotiates lease or sale terms, consulting with attorneys and Vinfen management
as necessary; review and process all necessary documents regarding the purchase
or lease of an identified property. Lease Management: Maintains property and lease documentation. Notifies appropriate personnel of upcoming pertinent lease events (i.e., lease
expirations, extension notices, etc.) and coordinates related activities. Maintains accurate and up-to-date information in Real Estate Management (REM) database. In cooperation with Facilities and program staff, determines repair and maintenance
responsibilities and negotiates with property owners or landlords. Composes
correspondence pertaining to repair and maintenance issues. Negotiates and resolves landlord/tenant disputes, interfacing with program
management, landlords, and outside counsel as appropriate. Provides Accounts Payable and the Purchasing Department with documentation
regarding startups, changes, and contractual amendments. Provides insurance carriers with property updates (i.e., lease commencements,
vacancies, terminations, etc.). Processes Accounts Payable Vouchers for lease-related expenses. Facilities: Assists Facilities Director with various tasks in managing the facilities department; related to IT, fleet management, property management, repair and maintenance coordination, etc. Reporting:  Establishes, maintains, and promotes positive communication and coordination with all constituencies. Develops effective systems for collecting, organizing, analyzing, and presenting
information on leased and owned properties. Planning: Works collaboratively with divisional Vice Presidents, Directors of Service,
Operations Administrators, and Program Management to develop real estate
operating budgets and plan future real estate needs. Provides specific, current market information to Vinfen personnel as required for
corporate purchases, lease negotiations, proposal documentation and other
strategic initiatives. Performs other duties, as assigned.

Why Vinfen?

We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and job security!

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for employees working 30 hours or more 15 days of Vacation, 12 Paid Holidays, 10 Sick Days and 3 Personal Days per year (for employees scheduled for 20 hours or more) Education Assistance and Tuition Remission Programs as well as innovative Student Loan Payment Programs. Employment with Vinfen counts toward your Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility Professional Development programs including year-round online training courses and opportunities to earn CEUs Retirement savings programs, including a fully funded, employer sponsored retirement plan and an employee funded 403 (b) plan Company paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Term, Whole Life, Accident and Critical Care Insurance Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care) $500 -- $1,000+ Employee Referral Bonuses with no annual cap! Other generous benefits including discounted memberships, access to wellness programs and more!

About Us

Founded in 1977, for over 40 years Vinfen has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that "transforms lives" by building the capacity of individuals, families, organizations and communities to learn, thrive and achieve their goals. Vinfen supports thousands of adolescents and adults with psychiatric, developmental and behavioral disabilities at more than 200 sites with over 3,000 employees in eastern Massachusetts and Connecticut. www.vinfen.org/careers

Vinfen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.