Omaha Inland Port Authority
Deputy Director of Real Estate & Economic Development
Omaha Inland Port Authority, Omaha, Nebraska, us, 68197
Deputy Director of Real Estate & Economic Development
Omaha Inland Port Authority (OIPA) – Deputy Director of Real Estate & Economic Development Salary & Benefits
• $140,000 – $185,000 annually, depending on experience. • Full benefits package including health, retirement, and potential performance incentives. Closing date for the initial round of applications: Thursday, October 16, 2025 4 p.m. Overview
The Deputy Director of Real Estate & Economic Development serves as a senior leader within OIPA, responsible for driving land development, property acquisition, and economic growth initiatives within the authority’s boundaries. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this role is the primary lead for real estate and development strategy and serves as a key liaison with private developers, investors, community stakeholders, and public sector partners. Key Responsibilities
Lead identification, acquisition, and development of strategic properties for OIPA projects, including the Airport Business Park, Innovation District, and other initiatives. Negotiate development agreements, leases, incentive packages, and land transactions on behalf of OIPA. Lead negotiations with private developers and manage relationships to ensure alignment with OIPA’s mission and community impact goals. Oversee due diligence, feasibility studies, and site planning for acquisitions; coordinate with legal counsel and consultants on transaction structures and incentive tools. Develop and implement strategies for attracting businesses and private investment to the OIPA footprint. Collaborate with city, state, and regional partners on economic development initiatives. Design and administer incentive programs for private development, including OIPA’s Impact Fund and other financing tools. Track and report economic development outcomes and project ROI for the Board of Commissioners; focus on BR&E program development and KPI tracking within the OIPA boundary. Provide regular updates and recommendations to the Board of Commissioners and Real Estate Development Committee. Ensure projects align with OIPA’s Strategic Action Plan and statutory authority under LB164. Supervise consultants, advisors, and staff working on real estate and development initiatives. Represent OIPA at external meetings, conferences, and negotiations as needed. Qualifications
Related field (Master’s preferred). 8–10 years of experience in real estate development, transactions, and/or economic development. Demonstrated success negotiating development agreements and structuring incentive packages. Deep knowledge of financing tools such as TIF, bonds, grants, and public-private partnerships. Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills. Strategic Deal Maker: Skilled in structuring and closing complex real estate and development transactions. Relationship Builder: Ability to establish and maintain strong, trusted partnerships with private developers, community stakeholders, and public officials. Innovator: Creative approach to leveraging incentives and financial tools to catalyze development. Equity Minded: Ensures projects generate inclusive growth for North and East Omaha. Job Details
Seniority level: Executive Employment type: Full-time Job function: Sales and Management Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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Omaha Inland Port Authority (OIPA) – Deputy Director of Real Estate & Economic Development Salary & Benefits
• $140,000 – $185,000 annually, depending on experience. • Full benefits package including health, retirement, and potential performance incentives. Closing date for the initial round of applications: Thursday, October 16, 2025 4 p.m. Overview
The Deputy Director of Real Estate & Economic Development serves as a senior leader within OIPA, responsible for driving land development, property acquisition, and economic growth initiatives within the authority’s boundaries. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this role is the primary lead for real estate and development strategy and serves as a key liaison with private developers, investors, community stakeholders, and public sector partners. Key Responsibilities
Lead identification, acquisition, and development of strategic properties for OIPA projects, including the Airport Business Park, Innovation District, and other initiatives. Negotiate development agreements, leases, incentive packages, and land transactions on behalf of OIPA. Lead negotiations with private developers and manage relationships to ensure alignment with OIPA’s mission and community impact goals. Oversee due diligence, feasibility studies, and site planning for acquisitions; coordinate with legal counsel and consultants on transaction structures and incentive tools. Develop and implement strategies for attracting businesses and private investment to the OIPA footprint. Collaborate with city, state, and regional partners on economic development initiatives. Design and administer incentive programs for private development, including OIPA’s Impact Fund and other financing tools. Track and report economic development outcomes and project ROI for the Board of Commissioners; focus on BR&E program development and KPI tracking within the OIPA boundary. Provide regular updates and recommendations to the Board of Commissioners and Real Estate Development Committee. Ensure projects align with OIPA’s Strategic Action Plan and statutory authority under LB164. Supervise consultants, advisors, and staff working on real estate and development initiatives. Represent OIPA at external meetings, conferences, and negotiations as needed. Qualifications
Related field (Master’s preferred). 8–10 years of experience in real estate development, transactions, and/or economic development. Demonstrated success negotiating development agreements and structuring incentive packages. Deep knowledge of financing tools such as TIF, bonds, grants, and public-private partnerships. Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills. Strategic Deal Maker: Skilled in structuring and closing complex real estate and development transactions. Relationship Builder: Ability to establish and maintain strong, trusted partnerships with private developers, community stakeholders, and public officials. Innovator: Creative approach to leveraging incentives and financial tools to catalyze development. Equity Minded: Ensures projects generate inclusive growth for North and East Omaha. Job Details
Seniority level: Executive Employment type: Full-time Job function: Sales and Management Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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