Do you thrive in high-paced environments where no two days are the same? Want to join a team that values honesty, respect, teamwork, and professional growth? The Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority is seeking a Manager of Properties to join our dynamic Commercial Business Development Team.
Under general supervision, the Manager of Properties is responsible for managing the relationships with airlines and other airport terminal tenants, including the day-to-day coordination related to leasing, invoice/billing, and MoreRNO matters. The Manager also is responsible for developing and managing the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority real estate portfolio, including public solicitation management, negotiating business terms, optimalization and administration of existing contracts driving net profitability, overseeing tenant relations, and overall lease management from inception through termination for all airline, government tenants, and outside properties. This role may also be responsible for oversight of third-party management of certain real estate/outside properties. The Manager of Properties reports to the Director of Commercial Business Development and oversees the Property Technician positions.
The deadline to apply is November 23rd, 2025. Apply ASAP as the position will close without notice when enough applications are received to make a hiring decision.
RTAA invests in our employees and treats them with respect. Through career development, health programs, team-building activities, and employee assistance programs, we want our employees to live fulfilled lives and we strive to help them achieve their goals, no matter what they may be. The RTAA offers a positive, professional work environment that values teamwork, honesty, respect, recognition, integrity, innovation, versatility and excellence. We are an organization that demonstrates forward-thinking, employee-focused values with a highly skilled and engaged workforce. From employee events and outings to volunteer opportunities, to multiple levels of recognition, we are working hard to take care of our most important asset: our people.
There’s always something new and exciting happening at the RTAA, especially in the midst of MoreRNO, the largest infrastructure program in our airport’s history.
Primary Responsibilities/Essential Duties
- Negotiate and manage complex leases and contracts, permits, licenses and other significant revenue-generating contracts with airlines, outside commercial properties, cargo tenants, government tenants, and aviation support service providers.
- Guide the development of leases, permits, licenses, and other legal documents that reflect the most advantageous terms and conditions for the RTAA
- This position is responsible for leading the setting up of new commercial passenger airline entrants, including negotiating relevant contracts and coordinating relevant leasehold requirements/buildout.
- With the support of internal RTAA stakeholders, draft terms and conditions for relevant agreements, including leases and other agreements. Responsible for the creation of leased premises exhibits.
- Responsible for maintaining accuracy of contracts in lease management systems, geographic information systems and other RTAA computer programs.
- Coordinate the monthly airline station manager meeting and ensures the timely collection and compilation of applicable reports for Airline tenants.
- Manage lease and contract compliance, corporate tenant relations, and provide support for terminal charters.
- Responsible for ensuring effective communication and collaboration between the MoreRNO project delivery team and the airlines and other RTAA business partners to ensure minimized operational impacts to tenants resulting from MoreRNO projects including the NewGen A&B terminal construction and ground transportation center projects.
- Prepare and present a variety of executive level and Board level documents as required.
- Responsible for developing and managing operating budgets for the RTAA-owned properties.
- Manage third-party business partners and service providers to coordinate and oversee tenant improvements, modifications and alterations by coordinating activities with engineers, designers, appraisers, and other appropriate parties.
- Participate in the long-range planning, development of marketing strategies, and recommendation of goals for business attraction and retention.
- Plan, organize, supervise, and evaluate the performance of assigned direct reports, providing regular coaching and mentorship.
- Undertake a variety of special assignments as required.
Please note that the Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Required Education / Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university preferably in Business Administration, Real Estate Development, Finance Administration, or a related field.
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in aviation (airports, airlines, etc.) management, including experience with complex contract/lease negotiations and management of complex financial methodologies
- At least three (3) years of experience supervising other employees.
Required Licensing and/or Certifications
Possession of a valid Driver’s License; ability to obtain and maintain eligibility to hold a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
- Knowledge of principles, methods, practices, and techniques in managing complex public-entity owned commercial real estate portfolio, including aviation, industrial, office, and land lease properties.
- Experience negotiating complex agreements, including leases, operating agreements, and other contracts.
- Experience developing robust lasting relationships with aviation tenants, including airlines and government agencies (e.g. TSA, CBP, etc.).
- Ability to conduct market research, statistical analysis, forecasting, position, and accurately set market rent rates via principles of real estate appraisal.
- Ability to understand, interpret, explain, and apply federal, state and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and policies applicable to airports and assigned portfolio real estate.
- Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing to internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership, the RTAA Board of Trustees, and senior leadership of all tenant properties.
- Ability to manage proposals, bid/award, lease process and permit documents by drafting requests for proposals (RFPs), reviewing submissions, managing selection processes, recommending awards and providing required documentation.
- Ability to work extended hours and be on-call for tenants.
Physical Requirements
Ability to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time, reach, bend, climb, lift, push, and pull items.
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.
This job description lists only the primary job duties normally assigned to this position but does not restrict the performance of other duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
Entry Salary: $92,600 – $113,900 per year, with opportunity for additional merit-based increases to a range maximum of $135,200. Initial salary placement will be based upon experience and qualifications. This position is salaried and exempt from overtime.
Benefits: The RTAA offers a competitive wage and benefit package and provides a high-quality work-life balance. Employee benefits include 100% employer paid contributions to the Nevada PERS retirement program; 100% employer-paid health insurance for the employee; paid vacation and sick leave; and 14 paid holidays per year – just to name a few.
How to apply: Online applications are accepted a https://renoairport.breezy.hr. From there, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to fill out the short Work History Questionnaire and/or upload your detailed resume. Make sure your work history and/or resume clearly speaks to whether you meet the minimum qualifications and why you are the right person for this position. To find out more about the RTAA, visit renoairport.com. The deadline to apply is November 23rd, 2025. Apply ASAP as the position will close without notice when enough applications are received to make a hiring decision.
Review of Application: After submission, the application and/or resume will be reviewed to determine if it is complete and if minimum qualifications are met.
Pre-Employment Requirements: The RTAA requires each candidate to successfully complete employment history verification prior to being considered for employment. All employment offers are subject to completing and passing a drug-screening test, a fingerprint criminal history records check, and security badging test.
The RTAA is an organization that thrives by living our core values and by honoring the dignity of all individuals. With teamwork, respect, versatility and a focus on excellence, we serve our employees and our community with pride and passion. We are a drug-free workplace, and an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a healthy work environment.