Senior Real Estate Analyst

Full Job Description

Applications Accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Service Line/Section: Engineering & Construction/Real Estate Services
Location: Houston, Texas
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.*
Subject to change*

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This position serves as the primary researcher, leading complex property investigations, verifying ownership, and ensuring accurate documentation of City property interests. The role helps protect City real property assets and supports critical infrastructure projects while offering opportunities to lead process improvements and mentor a skilled team.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• May serve as team lead over lower level real estate staff; serves as project manager coordinating project activities and handles more complex real estate assignments.
• Perform advanced property research using public records, City records, survey drawings, and GIS data to confirm ownership and resolve discrepancies.
• Assign incoming research requests and review completed work for accuracy and completeness.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members on research strategies.
• Conduct weekly team progress meetings to monitor workload and ensure timely completion of assignments.
• Collaborate with attorneys on legal analysis related to property rights, agreements, and deed restrictions.
• Ensure timely entry of new requests into the research database and verify data integrity.
• Coordinate with Survey GIS to geocode property records and create new records for conveyances.
• Draft and submit comprehensive research summaries for internal departments, City officials, and external agencies.
• Prepare weekly status and monthly KPI reports with actionable recommendations.
• Perform additional tasks to support departmental objectives.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Management position at the Tier III Level.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Four (4) years of professional experience in real estate activities, design or a closely related experience are required.

Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None.

Qualifications

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

Additional Information

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None
However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION Yes
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade: 24

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832-393-6120).

If you need special services or accommodations, call (832.393-6120). (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.