Land Bank Executive Director at Lorain County in Elyria, OH

The Primary function of the Lorain County Land Bank is to serve as a facilitator for the return of vacant, abandoned, and tax foreclosed property to productive tax paying economic uses or to beneficial public uses.

RESPONSIBLITIES: The Land Bank Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the County Land Bank, including property acquisition, disposition, and redevelopment in compliance with state laws and Board policies. Manages strategic planning, budgeting, and grant funding; maintains property records and ensures accurate reporting. Serves as the primary liaison with the Board of Directors and external stakeholders, fostering partnerships with local governments, nonprofits, and community organizations.

QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the skills, knowledge, and abilities listed below: • Bachelor’s degree in real estate, public administration or related area • Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience within real estate, business administration, public administration, community development, economic development or related • Must possess driver’s license and maintain insurability under County insurance policies. • Knowledge of county, state, and federal legislative, executive, and administrative processes • Knowledge of real estate law; property tax foreclosure process; land bank policies and practices; urban planning; economic development; and grant management • Knowledge of business and management principles; project management; strategic planning and resource allocation

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