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Job Summary Reporting to the Director, Advancement, the Manager, Leasing and Property Management Services will be responsible for a mixed portfolio of residential rental, commercial leased properties and rental agreements including a diverse portfolio of child care operator licenses. The Manager, Leasing and Property Management Services will set policy and procedures and identify efficiencies and operational improvements related to the district’s leasing and child care activity. Understanding district needs and identifying appropriate new lease spaces where required along with renewing, terminating, drafting, and editing lease and license documents will form key parts of the Manager, Leasing and Property Management Services job description. The Manager, Leasing and Property Management Services will ensure legal, risk and financial adherence of all leases and rental licenses to established district and industry policies and procedures. The Manager, Leasing will work closely with district finance, risk, education and rentals departments, internal and external maintenance, property and real estate management teams, landlords, tenants and legal advisors. The incumbent will show exceptional skill working with diverse stakeholders working in a busy and dynamic environment.

Qualifications Education & Experience

The ideal candidate will have Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, or related field and a minimum of 5 years of experience in leasing commercial real estate and/or property management or an equivalent combination of post-secondary training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities The ability to set and manage multi-million dollar budgets and bring multiple projects to fruition on time and on budget will be critical to the Manager, Leasing’s success. An excellent record of achievement as a strong, innovative leader/manager in a similar role is required. Outstanding interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills, and more than 5 years’ relevant experience will be necessary to enable the individual to fulfill this role. A valid driver's license is required.

What We're Offering

• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Extended Medical, Vision and Dental
• Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Municipal Pension
• 13 Paid Holidays, plus Sick & Vacation Time
• Supportive workplace with a positive and productive work environment. Feel a sense of security and safety to act, speak, and reflect who you are

The salary range for this position is $101,086 to $126,357 per year with comprehensive benefits package and Municipal Pension.

Placement in the salary range is determined by an assessment of qualifications and ability to meet the key requirements of the job, and consideration of internal equity comparisons. The midpoint of the range represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications, and experience for the position.

Qualified applicants can apply by clicking the "apply" button to the right of the posting. The closing date for this position is December 9, 2025 at 4:00pm. Surrey Schools recognizes the importance of accessibility and supporting the diverse needs of our community. If there is any accommodation you may require for your interview, whether related to accessibility or otherwise, please do not hesitate to advise and we will make every effort to meet your needs.

Note: Successful applicants will be required to consent to a Criminal Records Search prior to employment. Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. To all others, thank you for your interest.