Opportunities

The Development Operations Manager provides leadership and oversight for 400 Wabasha (formerly Treasure Island Center) in downtown Saint Paul while managing CAM administration across the Port Authority’s portfolio. This role is responsible for delivering high-performing, tenant-focused building operations, including day-to-day management, financial oversight, vendor coordination, and tenant relations.

Ballinger | Leafblad is honored to partner with Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority on the search for its next Executive Director.  Established by the Minnesota Legislature, the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority (MSFA) serves as the public owner of U.S. Bank Stadium and is responsible for safeguarding the stadium’s long-term value on behalf of the people of Minnesota. The organization oversees major public-private agreements, capital reinvestment planning, financial stewardship, and governance functions that support the stadium’s continued success as a premier destination for sports, entertainment, civic events, and community engagement.  The Executive Director serves as the organization’s principal administrator, managing a small but highly impactful team, and in conjunction with the Chair, overseeing complex relationships with key partners including the Minnesota Vikings, stadium operator, government entities, consultants, and contractors. This is an exceptional opportunity for a collaborative and highly credible leader who enjoys managing complexity, building trusted relationships, and advancing large-scale projects.  The position is based at U.S. Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is not a remote or hybrid position.

The City of Willmar is seeking an experienced, visionary, and collaborative leader to serve as its next  City Administrator. As the chief administrative officer of the City, this position provides strategic  leadership and executive oversight for all municipal operations, ensuring the effective delivery of  services and implementation of the City Council’s goals and priorities. The ideal candidate is an  innovative and results-oriented professional with demonstrated experience in municipal  management, organizational leadership, budgeting and financial administration, policy  implementation, and community engagement. This individual will possess exceptional  communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to foster productive partnerships  among elected officials, staff, residents, businesses, regional organizations, and other governmental  agencies.