Lease Administration Specialist – Aviation

As a Lease Administration Specialist, you will develop, review, maintain and manage the provisions of lease and concession agreements to support the Aviation Business & Properties, Ground Transportation, and Airport Dining and Retail business operations at SEA Airport.

• You will manage the administration, consent to assignments, and amendments of commercial property leases.
• You will interpret, track, report, and summarize agreement details and critical dates of commercial property leases.
• You will manage lease renewals, financial terms, legal stipulations, and overall leasable space commitments and obligations.
• You will prepare and update lease abstracts, provide analysis, and interpretation of lease data to stakeholders.
• You will collect, research, and analyze certificate of insurance and surety instruments to meet Port policies and standards.
• You will support managers with lease portfolios and tenant oversight functions, which includes coordinating assignment/re-assignment of space, collecting utility meter data, reporting activity levels, Port infrastructure usage, and general communication.
• You will coordinate the creation of exhibits to ensure real estate, airport property, and associated rent are being assessed and charged accurately, consistently, and fairly.

• Experienced – You have three (3) years’ experience in property, contract, or lease management.
• Desired – We hope you have a Real Estate license and a Washington State Notary certification.
• Committed to Equity – You will apply equity and exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices in all aspects of the work. At the Port of Seattle, equity is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all Port employees.
• Knowledgeable – You have a thorough understanding of various leases, terms, provisions, agreement types, and concession-based rent.
• Technologically Savvy – You have skills in Microsoft Office products, Adobe Acrobat, accounting, and property/lease management systems (PROPWorks or similar) and leverage them to increase efficiency in your work.
• Collaborator – You are someone who can work with diverse internal and external stakeholders at various levels of the organization to build relationships while providing excellent guidance and customer service.
• Strong Communicator – You are capable of effectively delivering information both formally and informally at all levels of the organization, from leadership to individual contributors in both verbal and written formats.

• Work Schedule – Your normal work schedule will be Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Slightly more flexible start and end times are available in this role.
• Work Environment – This work will take place in a hybrid remote/in-office setting at Management’s discretion.
• Washington State Residency Requirement – Employees must establish a residence in Washington state within 30 days of their first day of employment and must maintain a residence in Washington State during their employment with the Port of Seattle. If a position is eligible to telework, work performed while teleworking must be performed in Washington State.
• Overtime Eligible – You are eligible for overtime pay in this role.
• Security Requirements – As the successful candidate, you must pass a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) background check as well as a criminal history background check with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your employment will be contingent upon obtaining a Port of Seattle ID badge upon clearance.

The Port of Seattle offers an extensive benefits package that rewards our staff for their valuable contributions towards the Port‘s mission. In addition to the summary below, benefit details for non-represented positions can be found on the Port of Seattle‘s website. If the position is represented by a union, please refer to the “Collective Bargaining Agreement” or contact the appropriate Union Representative for specific information related to benefits and eligibility.

• Healthcare – Medical, Dental, and Vision Care with options that work for you and your family.
• Paid Vacation – Just about four weeks per year that increases with tenure to rest and rejuvenate.
• Paid Sick Leave – At least one hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked.
• Holidays – More than ten days per year to celebrate with family and friends away from work.
• Pension/Retirement Plans – A pension and additional savings plans to prepare for your future after the Port.
• Getting to Work – From subsidized parking and a low-cost public transit card to alternative work arrangements giving you an opportunity to work from home.
• Parental Leave – Six weeks of paid leave to spend with new additions to your immediate family.
• Development – From tuition reimbursement, training, stretch assignments and internal internships, we support a learning culture.
• Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – The Port of Seattle values diversity as a source of innovation and strength. We are actively working across the organization to create a culture where all employees – regardless of race, gender, and other identities – succeed and reach their fullest potential.
• Work-Life Balance – We provide the resources to help you create habits to be healthy and balanced.
• Mission Driven – We are focused together in promoting economic opportunities and quality of life in the region by advancing trade, travel, commerce, and job creation in an equitable, accountable, and environmentally responsible manner.