Investment Land Asset Manager

Closing Date: September 23, 2025 at 4:30pm HST

How To Apply

Download, complete and submit the fillable application form found on the OHA website, along with a resume and cover letter to:

OFFICE OF HAWAIIAN AFFAIRS
560 N. Nimitz Highway, Suite 200
Honolulu, Hawai‘i 96817
Attention: Human Resources

Or via email: careers@oha.org

Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) employees must be permanent Hawaii residents. Out-of-state applicants who are offered employment with OHA will need to relocate to Hawaii and establish permanent residency.

SALARY

$69,600 to $88,152 per year. Starting salary may be between the minimum and maximum salary range provided, based on qualifications.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Investment Land Asset Manager (ILAM) is responsible for the management of OHA’s portfolio of commercial properties and real estate holdings (“Investment Lands”). The ILAM also assists the Investment Land Manager and Managing Director of Real Estate with the planning and development of OHA’s Investment Lands as well as the acquisition or disposition of prospective lands. The ILAM also coordinates leasing activities for OHA’s corporate offices.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Asset Management

a. Responsible for ongoing management of Investment Lands in coordination with the Investment Land Manager and other Program staff. Serves as the first point-of-contact in dealing with third-party property managers, leasing agents, contractors, and other parties to ensure efficient and productive operations and management of OHA’s Investment Lands.

b. In collaboration with the Investment Land Manager, other Program staff and legal counsel, leads in the negotiation, drafting, execution and implementation of leases, easements, licenses, rights of entry, permits, addenda, and other agreements relating to OHA Investment Lands.

c. Reviews terms and conditions of existing leases for compliance with established procedures and guidelines. Ensures that leases, easements, licenses, permits, rights of entry and other agreements are current and updated on a timely basis.

d. On a regular basis, makes visual inspections of premises and facilities to determine repair, maintenance and/or replacement needs, compliance with terms and conditions of lease and other agreements. Recommends budgetary adjustments to fund the cost of repairs and maintenance activities.

e. Regularly evaluates operation of OHA’s Investment Lands, identifies and minimizes risk, addresses issues and implements remedial actions when appropriate. In coordination with the Investment Land Manager and other Program staff, develops procedures, work methods, and techniques to ensure that OHA’s Investment Lands are properly managed and produce maximum returns on investment.

f. Oversees the work of the property management contractors, including allocation of building space, leasing, marketing and the acquisition and maintenance of furniture, machinery and equipment.

g. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with government agencies and private organizations that directly and indirectly interface with OHA in conjunction with OHA’s Investment Lands.

h. As needed, represents OHA at area beautification enforcements affecting OHA’s Investment Lands.

2. Operations

a. Assists with preparation and maintenance of work plans, budgets, rent rolls, property information binders and all other related operational planning and administrative documents.

b. Collects data related to project performance measures, as directed. Assists in the preparation and submission of performance reports according to established guidelines, timelines and protocols. Ensures without exception the proper handling and maintenance of confidential, sensitive and/or proprietary information.

c. Ensures efficient execution of projects and directives once priorities and decisions are communicated.

3. Real Estate Transactions

a. Works with Investment Land Manager, legal counsel, consultants and other Program staff to conduct due diligence on proposed acquisitions in accordance with established procedures, guidelines and standards.

b. Assists Investment Land Manager with analyzing information and documents pertinent to proposed transactions, evaluating proposals, and preparing reports of proposed transactions for submission to Managing Director of Real Estate, CFO, COO and CEO.

c. Assists Investment Land Manager and other Program staff in implementing decisions regarding the acquisition or sale of OHA’s Investment Lands. Works cooperatively with legal counsel, consultants and other OHA staff to negotiate, document and close transactions.

4. Fully supports in action, language, behavior and performance the priorities, decisions, and directives of the Investment Land Manager, Managing Director of Real Estate and/or CEO.

5. Regular attendance on a daily basis is required for this position.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as assigned by the Investment Land Manager and Managing Director of Real Estate.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and/or Experience

1. Education. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in real estate, land use planning, business administration or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.

2. General Experience. Four (4) years of progressively responsible work experience in one or any combination of the following: commercial real estate transactions (acquisitions, sales and leasing), or land property management of commercial real estate properties.

3. Years of experience can be counted towards the education requirement. Advanced degrees can be counted towards years of experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Must have working knowledge of:

• Fundamental principles, practices, methods, techniques and procedures of commercial land and property acquisition, development and/or management;
• Financial literacy of Net Present Value, Return on Investment, Internal Rate of Return, Return on Cost, Total Return on Equity, Debt Service Coverage Ratio, Cash on Cash Return;
• General business practices, particularly with respect to leases, licenses and other agreements;
• Legal documents and instruments pertaining to real property transactions and/or management;
• Operations of a large property management program;
• Fundamental principles, practices and methods of marketing.

2. Must have general knowledge regarding:

• Real estate environment, structure and funding, including real estate valuation;
• Negotiation of real estate transactions and management of corporate real estate holdings of substantial scope and complexity;
• Analysis and development of lease terms and conditions for a variety of real property and facilities;
• Real property valuations, real estate and property transactions, risk assessments, operations, and returns on investments;
• Interpretation of real estate market conditions and trends;
• General accounting principles, budgeting and financial analysis.

3. Must have demonstrated skills or ability to:

• Perform real property management and negotiation work of wide scope and complexity;
• Gather, organize and analyze pertinent data;
• Prepare clear, concise and accurate reports, including property proformas over 1, 5, and 10-year projection period;
• Analyze and develop lease terms and conditions for a variety of real property and facilities;
• Think strategically about broad, long-term goals; track, analyze, and manage complex internal and external issues (particularly in the areas of real estate investment, land use, public land trusts/ceded lands, and/or land and property management);
• Meet and deal effectively with others, especially in negotiating and obtaining compliance with contract agreements;
• Analyze systems, processes and practices and develop solutions for unusual problems and recommend operational improvements;
• Lead and implement data-informed decision-making practices in difficult or complicated situations;
• Prioritize business objectives and provide discipline to the implementation and reporting processes;
• Exercise sound judgment in making independent decisions in the field;
• Use basic computer programs, including word processing and spreadsheets (Excel), and commercial real estate programs such as Argus
• Set goals and achieve desired results, and demonstrated ability to impart a results-oriented approach to others in the organization;
• Accurately estimate real property values;
• Communicate effectively (in writing and orally) with upper management, peers, subordinates, consultants and the public; and
• Deal tactfully and effectively and establish and maintain working relationships with other employees, external agencies and their representatives, and with the general public.

4. Must have valid driver’s license.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $69,600.00 - $88,152.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $69,600 - $88,152