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Please use this link to apply https://careers.sf.gov/l?go=RcWPNJeV

This is a Position-Based Test conducted in accordance with CSC Rule 111A.

Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below:

• Application Opening: June 16, 2025
• Application Deadline: July 18, 2025
• Compensation Range: $123,266 - $149,734 Annually
• Appointment Type: Permanent Civil Service 
• Recruitment ID: PBT-9395-157056 / RTF0156657-01129277

Please note: The above compensation rate is scheduled for a wage increase, effective on July 1, 2025.

The Port of San Francisco is an enterprise agency of the City and County of San Francisco and is governed by a Commission of five members appointed by the Mayor. The Port Commission is responsible for overseeing a broad range of waterfront commercial, maritime, and public access facilities that are held in public trust for the people of California. The Port’s jurisdiction covers approximately 7.5 miles of waterfront land from Pier 98, near Hunter’s Point in the southern part of San Francisco, to Fisherman’s Wharf in the northern part of the City.

The Port’s diverse business portfolio includes over 550 ground, commercial, retail, office, industrial and maritime industrial leases including cargo shipping, layberthing, excursion boats, ferry boats, fishing and fish processing/distribution, tourism, filming, harbor services, and cruise operations. With some of the most flexible cargo handling facilities on the West Coast, as well as naturally deep water, the Port can handle various types of cargo such as, dry-bulk, neo-bulk, roll-on/roll-off, and project cargoes.

The Port of San Francisco has many internationally recognized landmarks such as Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, the Exploratorium, the Ferry Building and Oracle Park, home of the San Francisco Giants baseball team. With its unique and historic properties, the Port is home to a variety of tenants and uses. The Port Commission over the last five decades has led a remarkable transformation of the Port; maintaining its industrial maritime heritage while developing new uses, including commercial and public activities, that have helped San Francisco remain one of the most visited and popular cities on the globe.

For more information about the Port of San Francisco, visit SFPort.com. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.   

Job Description

Under general direction, the Waterfront Property Manager implements programs for management and leasing of Port land and buildings for retail, commercial, office and industrial uses.  Responsibilities include an assignment that focuses   on a combination of property management, leasing and occasional special events coordination.

The essential functions of this position include:

• Ensures lease compliance, regularly inspecting leased areas to determine if property is maintained in accordance with the lease and inspects vacant spaces to determine maintenance and repair needs.
• Negotiates lease, lease renewals, license agreements, Memorandum of Understanding and permits with prospective and current tenants in accordance with established Port policies and practices, legal and regulatory restrictions and market conditions to maximize the potential revenue of the Port.
• Drafts leases, license agreements and other documents in accordance with established policies and practices for the review and approval of Port management and legal counsel.
• Responds to requests from tenants and members of the public for maintenance, repairs, improvements and modifications, establishing cooperative relationships with Port’s neighbors and tenants while protecting the Port’s interests.
• Initiates work requests for repairs and improvements for both leased and unleased property with the Port’s Maintenance Department. 
• Reviews the aging report and tenant ledgers with the Collections Officer to analyze and reconcile tenant accounts.  Position requires the negotiation of payment plans and settlement agreements, drafting default and 3-day notices, and preparation of forms to correct and initiate billing.
• On behalf of Port Real Estate, review and provide comments on plans submitted for building permits, acting as a liaison between tenants and Port building and fire inspectors.
• Conducts market and feasibility studies related to marketing operations of retail, commercial and industrial property to provide current information to be used in management’s evaluation and appraisal of proposed projects.
• Abstracts lease agreements to document key lease provisions.
• Documents tenant-related matters to include incidents, agreements, and understandings, to ensure accurate records and effective communication.
• Assists the Special Event Coordinator with assessing potential impacts of certain events on Port facilities and tenants.  Communicates with Port tenants and other external stakeholders on potential impacts such as street closures or restricted access to Port facilities.
• Responds to complaints regarding the facilities, noise, traffic, trash, etc. 
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.