Job Information
Job Title: Lease Negotiator (12 Months)
Job Requisition ID: 66031
Ministry: Infrastructure
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary for 12 months
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: January 29, 2025
Classification: Program Services 4, Market Adjustment
Salary: $2,757.39 to 3,604.17 bi-weekly ($71,967.88 – $94,068.84 /year)
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx
Alberta Infrastructure designs, builds, manages and maintains government-owned and operated facilities, and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that schools, hospitals and government facilities infrastructure meet the needs of Alberta’s population. The Ministry also provides accommodation services and manages a large portfolio of owned and leased facilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and optimizing value for Albertans.
The Realty Services, Leasing area provides comprehensive leasing services, representing the Alberta government as landlord and tenant, by dealing with property owners, senior corporate executives, real estate brokers, lawyers, and property managers.
For more information about Alberta Infrastructure, please visit http://www.infrastructure.alberta.ca
Realty Services, Leasing is the primary commercial real estate leasing arm of the provincial government and is responsible for the negotiation, documentation, and administration of real estate leasing transactions, both in the capacity as landlord and as tenant.
As a Lease Negotiator for the Payables (province as tenant) group, you will be responsible for leasing various types of commercial space (e.g., office, retail, warehouse, land, and parking space for use by government ministries and related agencies) including properties on First Nation and Metis Nation lands. Your responsibilities will include a portfolio of existing leases/licenses and will also require new lease acquisitions for various Government Ministry program needs across the province.
The Lease Negotiator position reports directly to a Leasing Manager and is responsible for analysis of the leasing market, locating and acquiring appropriate space, negotiating and drafting leases/licenses and providing timely and accurate advice to internal and external government stakeholders. Some travel is required to various sites around Alberta.
Leasing endeavours to be a centre of excellence through continuous improvement for the Realty Services Branch and for the Properties Division. You may contribute to this professional team with your experienced background in market research, commercial lease negotiations and documentation, and your knowledge of the legal aspects of leasing.
Required
Equivalency: Equivalencies will be considered on a basis of 1 year of education for 1 year of experience or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.
Assets
Working in a large, complex environment; as well as a solid background knowledge of legal real estate practices in the acquisition of complex commercial/industrial real estate
Hours of Work: 7.25 hours / 36.25 hours a week
Location: 6950 - 113 St, Neil Crawford Centre, T6H 5V7, Edmonton, AB.
Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience and relevant examples of required competencies.
Additional Information:
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
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How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.
It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or a copy of the role profile, please contact Jenny Luong at Jenny.Luong@gov.ab.ca.
For any questions or interest regarding this employer and the application process, please contact:
Mohammad Haidar
Join us in shaping Alberta's future. As the Government of Alberta, we are committed to creating a stronger province for generations to come. The Alberta Public Service works to deliver a vast array of programs and services to meet the needs of Albertans.
With a diverse range of rewarding employment opportunities, we foster an environment that promotes continuous learning and career growth. As one of the largest employers in Alberta, our team is driven by values of respect, accountability, integrity, and excellence. Together, we share a common vision of building a stronger province, making a positive and lasting difference in the lives of Albertans.