Vice President of Real Estate Development

About Us and You

The Dickinson family has been in business in the state since 1813. The businesses began in the salt industry in Malden, WV, then quickly grew into land acquisition, natural resources and banking. We think generationally, have a deep commitment to the state and how we contribute to the economy. We seek opportunities that have long term benefits to the shareholders and also the wider region. Dickinson Company, LLC is a holding company for the John L. Dickinson family, and historically was the family’s main business enterprise. It is a general partner in Southern Land Company, LP and a partner in Quincy Coal Company, J.L.D. Realty as well as other small companies.   Dickinson Company manages assets and investments through those entities in natural resources and real estate.  

We look to hire an executive to manage and grow our assets and income for future generations. The successful candidate will have a servant leader ethic, high business acumen, broad asset management and transaction experience, and a commitment to West Virginia. 

Role

The Vice President role will be multi-faceted, focusing on our existing assets, seeking and developing new ones, and upgrading our internal systems and processes. The position will report to the President of Dickinson Company and work closely with the Board Chair, and other Board members and advisors, as well as our professional staff. Over time we envision this position growing into a COO role. 

Business Building (75%)

Southern Land Company

Assess the current holdings of Southern Land, Dickinson Company, 1401 LLC, and Berry Hills Land Company. 

• Evaluate all for optimal use: What should be kept and what should be sold or donated?
• Develop long term plans for the properties 
• Execute the development plans

Build out our internal infrastructure and capabilities to become a real estate developer.

• Engage with the Timmons Group
• Evaluate two current acquisitions for highest and best use. 
  • Fayette County: 200 acres on the New River Gorge
  • Mason County: 150 acres near Point Pleasant
• Redeploy 5-10% ($1-2 MM) of liquid assets annually from the Southern Land portfolio to fund acquisitions and expenses. 

Participate in the growth, development and repositioning of SD, LLC, our Appalachian Energy Company owned jointly with the CC Dickinson Family. 

Quincy Coal Company

Manage Quincy Coal Company properties and lessees including:

• Kanawha River Terminals
• Quincy Center
• Clean Seas, WV
• Ranger Scientific
• Wal-Mart
• Residential Tenants

Develop a new master plan for Quincy Center

Administration (25%)

Improve internal processes: streamline, simplify, digitize, systemize and automate wherever possible. 

Participate and report at bi-monthly board meetings.

Participate in new investment due diligence as needed.

Represent companies and family externally as appropriate such as serving on boards and/or committees, participating in WV Land and Mineral Owners Association meetings, and other organizations that would be beneficial to the businesses. 

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• 10 to 15 years of progressive professional and management experience, including leadership roles
• Advanced degree such as MA, MBA, MS, or JD strongly preferred
• Collaborative demeanor
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Interpersonally flexible
• Consensus oriented
• Smart, nice and fun
• Service oriented

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: 

Salary: Commensurate with role and experience. Adjusted annually. 

Bonus: Discretionary bonus beginning in year 2, based on agreed upon targets and performance. 

Retirement: 401(k) after 12 months of employment, starting on either January 1st or July 1st. Dickinson will make an 8% contribution. Employee can contribute up to the legal limit. 

Other: Vehicle allowance, mobile phone, professional memberships. 

Benefits:

Dickinson offers full coverage of health benefits for employees and their families.

See plan summaries for detailed information.

For 2024 Dickinson paid these benefit amounts:

Health care:

• Single: $15,067 per year
• Couple: $30,134 per year
• Family: $39,956 per year

Dental Care:

• Single: $382 per year
• Couple: $732 per year
• Family: $1266 per year

Vacation:

See office calendar for official holidays (minimum of 9 per year). 

Sick and personal days may be taken as needed. 

Paid time off (PTO) of three weeks. We are very flexible with time off and don’t have an official policy. We want our employees to have a good work-life balance. 

Work Environment

• In-office at 170 Summers Street
• Business casual attire
• Remote work as necessary
• Some travel required
• Monday-Friday

To learn more, make a referral, or submit a resume please contact the GWV Career Connector Team at [email protected]