What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Real Estate position at New Jersey Community Development Corporation (NJCDC)?
New Jersey Community Development Corporation (NJCDC) is a multi-faceted community development and social service agency providing housing and social services to 4,000 children and families daily in the city of Paterson. NJCDC has invested $100 million in real estate projects throughout the Great Falls neighborhood including 200 units of housing, a charter school, and a youth center. At present, there are five projects in the real estate pipeline at different stages of development.
The Director of Real Estate is principally responsible for project management of all real estate development and capital improvement projects including site reconnaissance, environmental due diligence, financing, acquisition, design, land use approvals, permitting, and construction; this includes oversight of project architects, engineers, attorneys, and general contractors. Reporting to the Chief Real Estate Development Officer, the Director of Real Estate will also assist the Director of Asset Management as may be required with respect to property management functions.
The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of real estate development experience and understand real estate finance and all aspects of the development process. Knowledge of property management functions is preferred. Also important are the ability to maintain strong professional relationships, exercise sound judgment, and take ownership of each project to ensure its success from start to finish.
Interested candidates should send a resume and a thoughtful cover letter outlining experience and interest in the position to mdeblasio@njcdc.org. Applications will be accepted until December 1st, 2025
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Real Estate Development: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Paterson, NJ (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Paterson, NJ: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
