Property Acquisition Specialist

Primary Function:

Lead the identification, evaluation, and negotiation of commercial real estate transactions. This role is responsible for acquiring, selling, and leasing properties that align with the organization’s strategic growth and operational goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify and evaluate potential commercial property acquisitions.
• Conduct market research, site visits, and financial analysis to support investment decisions.
• Negotiate purchase and sale agreements, ensuring favorable terms and compliance with legal standards.
• Negotiate lease terms, renewals, and terminations with landlords and tenants.
• Maintain a database of lease agreements and ensure timely renewals and compliance.
• Coordinate due diligence activities including title review, environmental assessments, and zoning compliance.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, and facilities teams to ensure smooth transaction execution.
• Liaise with brokers, developers, legal counsel, and internal stakeholders.
• Prepare and present acquisition proposals and status reports to leadership.
• Monitor real estate trends, zoning changes, and economic developments.
• Provide strategic insights to inform property investment and divestment decisions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience. 3–5 years of experience in commercial real estate acquisition, leasing, or brokerage. Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills. Knowledge of local zoning laws, property valuation, and lease structures. Ability to always maintain the confidentiality of the Credit Union and member records

Performance Standard:

Able to deal with high pressure situations in a professional manner. Proficient in identification, evaluation, and negotiation of commercial real estate transactions.  Exhibit professional appearance, attitude, and verbal & written communication. Maintain a current driver license and a good driving record. Must be willing to comply with the Bank Secrecy Act and USA Patriot Act as implemented by Idaho Central Credit Union.

Physical Requirements:

• Perform tasks requiring manual dexterity (processing paperwork, filing, stapling, sorting, collating, typing, counting cash, etc.).
• Sit for extended periods of time.
• Lift 20-40 pounds of applicable supplies including but not limited to copy paper, cash drawers, marketing material, etc.
• Repetitive motion using wrists, hands, and fingers.
• Reach keyboards
• Ability to operate basic office machines (calculator, computer, telephone, copy machine, fax machine, etc.).

The above statements reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent of the job.

Must be eligible for membership at Idaho Central Credit Union to obtain employment.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability