Director of Real Estate - Southern CA residents

Job DetailsJob Location: SRF Headquarters Mother Center - Los Angeles, CA 90065Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $110,000.00 - $200,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Category: Real EstatePosition Summary Lead strategic real estate planning and asset management efforts across SRF’s diverse property portfolio, primarily located in California and throughout the United States, with select international holdings. Responsible for developing and executing both short- and long-term real estate strategies that align with SRF’s spiritual mission, support its ongoing growth, and ensure wise stewardship of its sacred legacy and operational properties. Play a key leadership role in modernizing SRF’s real estate and facilities functions, strengthening asset performance, overseeing acquisitions and divestitures, ensuring regulatory compliance, and guiding development projects. Work closely with senior monastics and staff to ensure that all real estate initiatives reflect SRF’s values and support the needs of its centers, temples, ashrams, retreat sites, and operational hubs. Other position-related tasks, as assigned.

Responsibilities

Supervisory Responsibilities Supervise Planning & Building Department team members, and real estate consultants. Lead and ensure the quality and efficiency of all work performed by the SRF Maintenance Departments. Assign various responsibilities as required. Strategic Planning & Oversight Develop and execute a long-range real estate strategy aligned with SRF’s mission, growth, and operational resilience. Conduct portfolio reviews to assess legacy properties, core sites, and opportunities for repurposing or disposition. Lead master planning, site acquisitions, feasibility studies, and entitlements for major developments. Asset & Facilities Management Standardize and modernize asset and property management practices. Oversee lease and tenant management, including rental housing and special-use facilities. Monitor occupancy, performance, maintenance, and capital needs. Guide organizational improvements in the broader Facilities Management Area structure, tools, and workflows. Sustainability & Design Integrate green building principles and sustainability measures, including solar, battery, and EV infrastructure. Develop and ensure SRF architectural branding and design guidelines reflect SRF’s spiritual and environmental values. Project Execution & Risk Management Oversee real estate transactions, due diligence, and project execution for religious, residential, retreat, and operational buildings. Develop ROI frameworks (financial, mission-based, and impact-driven) to guide acquisitions and capital investments. Evaluate asset protection options, including separate legal entities. Develop and implement organization-wide policies and procedures to guide the improvement of ashram buildings, temples, centers, and groups, providing the Planning and Building Department with clear direction for the timely and effective oversight and management of projects of all sizes. Technology & Reporting Implement tools to track occupancy, lease data, utility usage, and property performance. Improve documentation, decision-making workflows, and reporting systems. Stakeholder Engagement & Representation Collaborate with broader Facilities Management Area, Legal, Finance, and SRF monastic leadership to ensure alignment on priorities. Represent SRF with public agencies, consultants, and real estate partners. Promote cross-departmental coordination on property-related initiatives. Leadership & Compliance Supervise and mentor planning & building department, real estate team members and consultants. Ensure adherence to SRF policies, nonprofit governance standards, and spiritual stewardship of all properties. Other duties Honor and maintain a strict level of confidentiality. Responsible for following SRF’s policies and established processes. Other position-related tasks, as assigned. Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business administration, urban planning, finance, architecture, or a related field required. Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CPM, CCIM) preferred. Minimum 9 years of experience, including leadership of multi-property portfolios and strategic planning. Experience in nonprofit, religious, or mission-aligned organizations is advantageous.

Skills and Competencies

Demonstrated success in long-term property planning and execution. Strong working knowledge of land use regulations, development entitlements, and permitting processes. Experience managing vendor relationships, lease agreements, and tenant services. Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis related to real estate and capital projects. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs required. Effective project management and communication skills. Collaborative leadership style with ability to work in a spiritually focused environment. Ability to work with diverse stakeholders, including senior monastics, staff, consultants, and local communities. Deep appreciation and respect for SRF’s spiritual ideals and sensitivity to working in sacred spaces. Other Requirements Reside in Southern California. Willingness to travel occasionally, including to remote SRF properties. Valid driver’s license. Physical ability to inspect properties and construction sites as needed. Working Environment And Physical Demands Work is primarily conducted in an office environment, with periodic site visits to properties that may include outdoor terrain, unfinished buildings, or retreat environments. Occasional exposure to construction sites and weather conditions. Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods, carry light materials (up to 10 lbs), and conduct on-site property assessments. Additional Details This is a full-time, salaried exempt position. Monday through Friday, with flexibility as needed. You must be able to work a flexible schedule based on workload and deadlines. The position is remote for those residing in Southern California. The selected individual must satisfactorily complete our background investigation, and sign a non-disclosure agreement. We offer a competitive benefits package that features a variety of insurance coverage choices including group medical, dental, life insurance, a retirement plan and much more. We also provide paid sick, vacation and holiday time. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. No phone calls please. Apply To This Job