Kimco Realty, North America’s largest publicly traded owner and operator of open-air, grocery-anchored shopping centers, and a growing portfolio of mixed-use assets, is seeking an Operations Manager to join our collaborative, challenging, growth-oriented team. This position will work hand in hand with the team and is responsible for maximizing the customer’s shopping experience by working to ensure a clean, well maintained, safe, and friendly and aesthetically pleasing environment while ensuring implementation of all of Kimco’s “Best In Class” standards. The Operations Manager will assist the General Manager to oversee all operational functions, projects, events, and contracted services at the center among other things. Responsibilities include: Monitors cleaning, pressure washing, landscaping, and other recurring property services provided through contracts that require rigorous oversight. Manages preventive maintenance and repair work to sustain safe and reliable operation. Assists with the development of scopes of work and management of the bid process for recurring services and non-recurring projects. Works with GM to ensure proper Preventative Maintenance and related record keeping and logs. Maintains a safe environment and identifies and eliminates safety hazards throughout the shopping center. Works with security and local officials to plan and oversee disaster and fire safety programs. Supports preparation for emergency and disaster response. Assist in the development of expense, energy and capital budgets. Manage Property Operating Expenses within or below budgeted levels. Performs site evaluations and inspections in coordination with the GM. Assists in development of long-range capital plans and budgets. Interacts with corporate energy and utilities manager regarding energy performance of shopping Center. Assists in resolving tenant lease and non-lease concerns related to facility operations. Establish strong relationships and may frequently interact with local code officials as well as fire and public safety officers. Assists with on-site events, as necessary. Participates in Manager-on-Duty rotation and manage day to day activities as necessary which may include emergency situations. Requirements: Minimum of 3 years of experience assisting in the management of retail shopping centers; lifestyle center experience preferred. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, relevant experience Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and fire sprinkler systems Ability and willingness to respond to after-hours emergencies and working weekend events as needed. Recognize that the retail environment is ever-changing. Therefore, the ability to be flexible to changing conditions and respond accordingly with agility and professionalism. Strong verbal and written communication skills Advanced MS Excel skills Valid Driver’s license Kimco Realty is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression. Kimco's mission is to create destinations for everyday living that inspire a sense of community and deliver value to our many stakeholders. Kimco Realty® (NYSE:KIM) is a real estate investment trust (REIT) headquartered in Jericho, N.Y. that is North America’s largest publicly traded owner and operator of open-air, grocery-anchored shopping centers, and a growing portfolio of mixed-use assets. The company’s portfolio is primarily concentrated in the first-ring suburbs of the top major metropolitan markets, including those in high-barrier-to-entry coastal markets and rapidly expanding Sun Belt cities, with a tenant mix focused on essential, necessity-based goods and services that drive multiple shopping trips per week. Kimco Realty is also committed to leadership in environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues and is a recognized industry leader in these areas. The company, which completed a holding company reorganization on January 1, 2023 to an Umbrella Partnership REIT (“UPREIT”), is publicly traded on the NYSE since 1991, included in the S&P 500 Index, and has specialized in shopping center ownership, management, acquisitions, and value enhancing redevelopment activities for more than 60 years. As of September 30, 2023, the company owned interests in 527 U.S. shopping centers and mixed-use assets comprising 90 million square feet of gross leasable space.