What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Philanthropic Real Estate position at Walton Enterprises?
Walton Enterprises is seeking a skilled, highly motivated and entrepreneurial individual to join the team as a Director of Philanthropic Real Estate. Approximately 80% of the role will be dedicated to leading and managing our group’s public charter school facilities investments, which include both national and regional programs. In the portion of the portfolio that focuses regionally in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri, there are over $200M in assets, with the majority in Arkansas. We are looking to grow this portfolio to help high-quality and high-potential public charter schools that serve lower income families to acquire facilities at a lower cost.
The other approximately 20% of the role will be overseeing charitable investments in Workforce Housing in Northwest Arkansas and other charitable land acquisitions and donations for public use. The primary purpose of the Workforce Housing investments is to provide access to mixed-income housing developments for individuals and families living and working in the region, who meet income eligibility requirements. These housing developments use a mix of funding streams (philanthropic capital, public financing, and private capital) and involve partnering with non-profit and select mission-aligned for-profit developers. For the portion of the portfolio, this role will work collaboratively with other co-investors and their teams.
The ideal teammate will have significant experience and expertise managing commercial real estate assets and public charter school facilities, including managing teams and consultants overseeing leasing, project design, construction, and property management. As the Director, you will ensure quality control and proper execution, while working collaboratively and also managing one other team member.
This role will also serve on the WPPG management team.
This position requires up to 20% travel and otherwise is an in-office role in the Bentonville office consistent with Walton Personal Philanthropy Group policy (minimum 4 days in-office per week).
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
We believe every associate should have access to success. Creating an environment centered on trust, respect, and bringing people together is critical to this belief.
Our aspirations are as follows :
- Create an environment where we hire, retain, and bring to the table people with diverse backgrounds, viewpoints and lived experiences to create a more successful organization.
- Ensure fairness, equity, and access to success for all our associates.
- Create an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, safe, able to engage honestly.
About the Position
The Director of Philanthropic Real Estate will lead the organization’s charitable real estate strategy, managing initiatives to support the expansion and sustainability of public charter school facilities in a three-state region and workforce housing in Northwest Arkansas. This includes overseeing complex real estate transactions, advanced financing models, and diverse real estate portfolios while engaging with high-level stakeholders. The individual will report directly to the Chief Philanthropy Officer and ensure excellence in the execution of services and solutions.
What You Will Do
You will demonstrate strong advisory, project management, problem-solving, communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, instilling confidence and becoming a trusted advisor for stakeholders. Key responsibilities include :
Strategic Vision and Leadership
Complex Real Estate Transactions
Advanced Financing and Funding Solutions
Portfolio and Risk Management
High-Level Stakeholder Engagement
Who We Are Looking For
You must possess strong financial and business acumen, with exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills. You will have the highest degree of professional integrity, sound judgment, and a proven record of success. This is a position that may evolve over time. Comfort operating within ambiguity and an entrepreneurial spirit are critical for success.
Qualifications Required for Your Success
Personal Attributes
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and detailed cover letter highlighting their qualifications, leadership experience, and interest in the role to Nicole Hamm at nicole.hamm@cbpsearch.com . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement, background check and credit check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work.
Benefits Information
Benefits Information : We offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401 (k) retirement plan, and paid time off.
About Walton Enterprises
Walton Enterprises supports the personal, philanthropic and business activity for the Walton family. We are a family-led organization, supporting multiple generations of Sam & Helen Walton’s family.
Walton Enterprises is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
