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Leisure Hotels & Resorts

Baxter, Minnesota | Hybrid

Reports to: CEO

Travel: Up to 60% to resort and development sites

Compensation: $70,000–$95,000 DOE - Plus Bonus Potential

At Leisure Hotels & Resorts, we operate destinations people return to for generations. As we continue

to expand and reimagine resort experiences across the country, we’re looking for a Land Planning &

Development Manager to help shape the future of our properties from the ground up.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of vision, strategy, and execution — someone

equally comfortable evaluating raw land opportunities, navigating entitlement processes, collaborating

with consultants, and presenting in front of community stakeholders. You’ll play a critical role in

transforming development concepts into approved, build-ready projects that support long-term growth

for the company.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

LEAD SITE PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY

• Evaluate land acquisition and redevelopment opportunities aligned with company growth goals and

investment strategy.

• Conduct feasibility analysis including zoning review, entitlement risk assessment, due diligence

coordination, and financial evaluation.

• Help guide projects from initial concept through shovel-ready approval status.

DRIVE ENTITLEMENT & APPROVAL PROCESSES

• Manage all aspects of entitlements including rezoning, variances, conditional use permits,

annexations, and related approvals.

• Coordinate with city, county, state, and federal agencies to ensure projects remain compliant and on

schedule.

• Prepare and present proposals to planning commissions, councils, public agencies, and community

groups.

• Monitor evolving land use and environmental regulations that may impact project timelines or

viability.

COORDINATE PLANNING, DESIGN & INFRASTRUCTURE

• Partner with civil engineers, architects, planners, and landscape architects to develop thoughtful,

high-quality site plans.

• Review grading plans, utility layouts, traffic studies, environmental reports, and infrastructure

coordination efforts.

• Ensure projects align with community expectations, operational goals, and long-term master

planning initiatives.

MANAGE PROJECTS & CONSULTANT TEAMS

• Build and maintain development schedules, budgets, and milestone tracking across multiple active

projects.

• Lead coordination with external consultants including engineers, surveyors, environmental specialists,

and legal partners.

• Identify risks early and proactively solve issues that could affect budget, timing, or approvals.

• Provide regular project updates and recommendations to ownership.

Employee Benefits Overview

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and preparing for your future. Here's a general description of the key benefits available to our employees:

401(k) with Employer Match: Eligible employees (21 years and older) can participate in our 401(k) plan, starting after 90 days of employment. We offer an employer match to help you save for retirement.

Health Insurance: Full-time employees are eligible for health insurance benefits. Part-time employees may qualify after one year of service, provided they are averaging at least 30 hours per week.

Paid Time Off (PTO): We believe in work-life balance. That's why we offer Paid Time Off starting from your first day of employment, allowing you to take the time you need for rest, self-care, and personal commitments.

Employer-Paid Life Insurance: We provide life insurance coverage up to $10,000, depending on your employee class, at no cost to you.

Voluntary Life Insurance- Full time employees can opt to participate in additional Life Insurance.

Voluntary STD / LTD - Full Time employees can opt in to participate in Long Term Disability, or short term disability. 

We are committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding environment for all our employees, and these benefits are just one way we show our appreciation for your hard work and dedication.