3CDC Development Officer

Organizational Overview:

The Cincinnati Center City Development Corporation (3CDC) is a 501(c)(3), tax-exempt, private, non-profit corporation. The organization’s mission and strategic focus is to strengthen the core assets of downtown by revitalizing and connecting the Central Business District and Over-the-Rhine (OTR). 3CDC works in close collaboration with the Cincinnati corporate community and City of Cincinnati to carry out its mission. With an annual operating budget of $20 million, the organization has a team of approximately 170 full-time staff and 180 part-time staff engaged in real estate development, real estate management, civic space management and programming and business district management.

• Real Estate Development - To date, 3CDC has played a direct role in nearly $1.7 billion in development projects in downtown Cincinnati and the adjacent neighborhood of Over-the-Rhine. In completing over 100 development projects, 3CDC has reimagined key civic spaces, added market-rate and affordable housing to the urban core and created density through mixed-use residential and office projects that support local small businesses. 
• Real Estate Management - 3CDC leases and manages over 660,000 square feet of commercial space and over 5,100 parking spaces with annual operating revenues exceeding $32 million.
• Civic Space Management and Programming - 3CDC manages and programs six civic spaces – Fountain Square, Washington Park, Ziegler Park, Memorial Hall, Court Street Plaza and Imagination Alley. 3CDC hosts nearly 1,600 free family-friendly events each year at these spaces.
• Business District Management – The organization manages two special improvement districts – the Downtown Cincinnati Improvement District and Over-the-Rhine South Special Improvement District – providing clean and safe services, homeless outreach, beatification efforts and marketing support to both districts.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for project management focusing on 3CDC’s development projects in both the Central Business District (CDB) and Over-the-Rhine (OTR). Projects may vary in size, and the Development Officer will typically be involved in multiple projects at once. The Development Officer’s role may vary depending on the size and complexity of the project—the ideal candidate must be comfortable with both working as a supporting member of a larger team or with independently leading smaller projects. The position will be responsible for all components necessary to advance development projects on time, within budget, and to the quality specified.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional organizational and time management skills; enjoy working in a highly interactive environment; and eagerness to be a part of a high functioning, diverse team with opportunity to learn. This candidate must have the ability to organize necessary resources, including people and tools to meet deadlines and achieve desired results. The Development Officer reports to a Development Director.

Tasks:

• Analyze and outline critical paths of assigned projects
• Establish viable development plans, schedule and budgets for projects
• Guide project design
• Underwrite real estate financing
• Front end management of the payment processes for projects
• Accurately track projects’ schedule & budget and ensure they are met
• Oversee project construction
• Prepare materials and presentations as needed for meetings
• Establish and maintain relationships with 3CDC team, outside partners, stakeholders and potential investors/developers

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive.  The employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by their immediate supervisor and other management as required.

Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Problem solver with ability to recognize issues and deal with them directly.
• Personable, positive, and enthusiastic attitude with capability to deal effectively with people (both internal and external). Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and written.
• Excellent organizational skills and work habits.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time.
• Sense of initiative with desire to become truly involved in the business and the downtown community.
• Flexible and ability to work in a team setting supporting several people.
• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) from an accredited college or university in business, finance, urban planning, architecture, or some related degree program is required.

Licenses, Credentials, Certifications: 

• None applicable

Skills or specialized knowledge: 

• Proficient in computer applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook as well as general office procedures and equipment.
• Must be able to maintain the highest degree of confidentiality.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Frequently required to sit at a desk/workstation for long periods of time.
• Ability to work at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
• Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment.
• Able to speak and hear employees on the phone or in person.
• Body motor skills sufficient to enable employee to move around the office environment.
• Additional mental requirements: compare, decide direct, problem solve, analyze, instruct, and interpret.
• The ability to work well under stress.

Disclaimer: 

This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.  It is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or work conditions associated with the job.  Furthermore, the employer reserves the right to revise or change the job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.