Model Group is an employee-owned real estate construction, development and management company with its headquarters in Cincinnati, OH. Founded in 1978, our mission is to positively transform communities. We have a passion for revitalizing urban neighborhoods and are a recognized leader throughout the region in historic preservation, neighborhood revitalization, mixed-use urban development (including neighborhood, retail, office, and institutional uses), market-rate housing and high impact affordable housing that is indistinguishable from market-rate housing.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Model Group, we believe in putting people first. Our primary value of partnership keeps us focused on living this purpose out every day, treating others as we would want to be treated. This includes our own employees, our investors, partners, residents, commercial tenants, and all those being impacted on a daily basis through living, working, and doing commerce in the communities we build.
Recognized as a Top Workplace in Cincinnati from 2021 - 2024
POSITION
The Development Administrator (DA) reports to the Chief Development Officer (CDO) and provides administrative support for the entire development team on development pipeline execution and direct administrative support to senior development staff. This position thrives on supporting team members, organization, attention to detail, and working behind the scenes to execute larger department-wide objectives. This is a critical position for someone who is passionate about administrative functions and recognizes opportunities to create organizational efficiencies and facilitate intra and inter-departmental communication.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the Chief Development Officer and/or President(s) of Development with daily functions; including but not limited to managing calendar appointments, phone calls, and prepping documents for signature
Manage electronic filing system
Maintain online project tracking and project management systems
Manage project schedules and deadline coordination for the project development teams
Provide administrative support to development team on multiple projects in various stages of development
Coordination with marketing and development project leads on event planning for ground breakings, ribbon cuttings, etc.
Manage development team registrations and travel arrangements for conferences, events and trainings
Mailings & data entry
Occasional delivery/pick-up of documents, application materials, etc.
Coordinate monthly development team supply orders
Demonstrate competent research and analytical skills to help innovate and seek process and quality improvements
Provide support for the formation of new legal entities for organizational structuring and tax compliance
Prepare documents for recording
Lead annual CRA tax abatement reporting
Prepare invoices/ACH requests relating to funding applications, due diligence, etc.
Update periodic development reporting requirements to support development and inter-departmental communication
Coordinate and support in-house staff training, lunch-and-learns, other departmental events, etc.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree
Experience as an executive assistant, office manager, or other administrative role
Specific experience in paralegal industry, real estate, or grant writing
Public Notary commission or desire to become a Notary
Excellent Microsoft Office Suite skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with graphics software
Self-motivated individual with ability to adapt to new technology
Demonstrate an interest in developing a growing knowledge of all aspects of real estate development
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and skilled at following up and through with tasks
Enthusiasm and desire to join a team dedicated to positively transforming our urban communities
Willingness to work in office five days a week
Model Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please contact the HR Department at 513-559-5844.