**Description** **Do you have a knack for communication and negotiation? Do you have experience in real estate or land acquisition?** If so, Lamar Advertising of Rome, Georgia, has an amazing opportunity for you! The purpose of the Real Estate Manager in Rome, GA, is to oversee all real estate-related functions and activities necessary to profitably secure, maintain, and grow the company's real estate portfolio of leased and owned properties in a manner consistent with Lamar's business practices. The primary duty of the Real Estate Manager is the purchase and procurement of real estate to grow and maintain Lamar's real estate portfolio and enable Lamar to continue to grow and sell advertising. **Why Lamar?** Lamar is a certified **Great Place to Work** , with **86%** of employees in agreement. Lamar Advertising has also been named as a "Best Company to Work For" in U.S. News & World Report's annual ranking. + Learn more about us on our official **YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@TheLamarChannel) .** + Check reviews and company updates on our **Glassdoor page (https://www.glassdoor.com/Overview/Working-at-Lamar-Advertising-EI\_IE5998.11,28.htm) .** + Learn more about our **Great Place to Work certification. (https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/1000144)** **What you can expect from us:** + **A Monday-Friday, 8a-5p work schedule** + A first-year earning potential of **$72,500 - $85,000** including commissions and bonus opportunities. + 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) that increases with tenure + 12 paid company holidays including Presidents' Day and Juneteenth + Career advancement opportunities + Ongoing professional development and internal leadership programs to maximize your career potential + Multiple medical plan options and health savings account + Hospital, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage + Dental and vision insurance + Short and long-term disability and paid parental leave + 401K plan with company match + Up to $1,200 value in employer-paid HSA contributions and cash rewards for engaging in our wellness program + A people-first culture that invests in connection, community involvement, and transparency around employee feedback **What we are looking for in YOU:** + Ability to know and understand city and state codes/regulations (as applicable), related maps for all jurisdictions within the designated market area, and an understanding of the permitting and variance process for each jurisdiction. + Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, possessing the ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands while establishing priorities to meet deadlines. + Must have strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe, etc.), web applications, and the ability to quickly and easily learn job related computer programs. + Work requires an excellent command of the English language to correspond and communicate on a one-to-one basis using appropriate vocabulary and grammar to obtain information, explain policies and procedures, and negotiate with lessors. + Skill in speaking with persons of various social, cultural, economic, and educational backgrounds. + Must possess attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials + Must have knowledge of basic Accounting skills and practices to ensure accurate payment distributions. + Ability to operate within a set yearly budget. + Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships, both internally and externally. + Ability to handle confidential information and situations. **Education and Experience:** Required: + High school diploma or equivalent. + Bachelor's degree. + Current and valid driver's license. + 5 years of experience in business, real estate, or another related field. + In place of a bachelor's degree, 7 years of experience in business, real estate, or another related field. + Or other equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred: + Bachelor's degree in business, real estate, or another related field. + 3-5 years of experience in land acquisition, zoning, and land use planning. **Please note: Upon submitting your application, you will be asked to complete an 8-15 minute personality assessment. This assessment compares your professional soft skills to the skills required for success in this role. Please answer honestly; this is not a test!** **_Not completing this assessment could result in disqualification from consideration for this position._** **_Candidates with a disability in need of an accommodation to fulfill our application requirements should email [email protected]._** **A day in the life:** Portfolio Management/Market Review + Responsible for using discretion, independent judgment, and own research and analysis to determine which real estate assets to add to Lamar's portfolio and how to profitably maintain and grow Lamar's real estate portfolio. + Responsible for monitoring