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  • Real Estate Supervisor

    Austin, Texas United States City of Austin, TX Full Time Nov 21, 2024
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    City of Austin, TX

    The City of Austin This vibrant and dynamic city tops many lists for business, entertainment, and quality of life. One of the country’s most popular, high-profile “green” and culturally rich cities, Austin was recently selected the number one Best Place to Live in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report). In 2016, Forbes named Austin the city most likely to prosper over the next decade on their America’s Cities of the Future list, and the City of Austin ranked in the top ten on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for 2017.  Austin continues to lead with its vision of being the Most Livable City in the Country, emerging as a player on the international scene with such events as SXSW, Austin City Limits, Formula 1, and being home to companies such as Apple, Samsung, Dell, and Ascension Seton Healthcare. From the home of state government and the University of Texas to the Live Music Capital of the World and its growth as a film center, Austin has gained worldwide attention as a hub for education, business, health, and sustainability.  The City offers a wide range of events, from music concerts, food festivals, and sports competitions to museum displays, exhibits, and family fun. Austin is also home to a wonderful ballet, world-class museums, one-of-a-kind shopping, and beautiful outdoor spaces. You can just as easily spend your morning paddling the lake as you can strolling through a celebrated history museum.  Located at the edge of the Texas Hill Country—rolling terrain of limestone bluffs, springs, rivers, and lakes—Austin’s temperate climate is ideal for year-round jogging, cycling, hiking on the City’s many trails, or swimming at Barton Springs or one of the area’s many other swimming holes.  There are a number of excellent golf courses in the area as well as recreational opportunities for rowing, kayaking, canoeing, camping, rock climbing, disc golf, mountain biking, fishing, and more. Austin truly has something to offer for everyone. City Government The City of Austin is a progressive, full-service municipal organization operating under the Council-Manager form of government. Austin has a 10-1 council system with an at-large Mayor and Council Members that represent ten districts. The Mayor and Council Members may serve in their respective seats for four years with a maximum of two consecutive terms.  The City Council appoints the City Manager who is the chief administrative and executive officer of the City. The City Manager is responsible for guiding and directing day-to-day operations, as well as providing strategic research, recommendations, and management leadership to the City Council on the city budget, programs, policies, and services. The City Manager implements the organization’s administrative responsibilities with a strong team of Assistant City Managers and department executives. Supported by a staff of more than 14,000 and a budget of $4.1 billion, the City Manager and staff deliver a broad range of services to the citizens of Austin.  The City Council and City Manager of Austin are committed to the mission of delivering the highest quality, cost-effective services. Austin is a beacon of sustainability, social equity, and economic opportunity; where diversity and creativity are celebrated; where community needs and values are recognized; where leadership comes from its community members, and where the necessities of life are affordable and accessible to all.

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    Job Description

    Minimum Qualifications

    • Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business Administration, Real Estate, or in a field related to the job, plus six (6) years’ experience in real estate activities such as buying, selling, appraising, mortgage lending, property management, land management, or title conveyance, one (1) year of which were in a lead or supervisory capacity.
    • Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.


    Licenses or Certifications:
    • State Certified General Appraiser, if overseeing Appraisal Division
    Notes to Applicants
    Position Overview:
    The Real Estate Supervisor is responsible for the daily oversight of real estate professionals within the Leasing, Property Management, and Special Projects section of FSD -Real Estate. This role supports the Program Manager in administering over 200 leases and temporary use agreements.

    Key responsibilities include overseeing lease term negotiations and amendments, managing space planning activities, and coordinating tenant relocations. Operational duties involve handling rent revenue, issuing lease payments, performing rent reconciliation, and providing real estate expertise and support to City staff and departments.

    For Real Estate Positions:
    Employees of FSD -Real Estate Services are prohibited from ownership of a business related to real estate and from conducting work related to real estate, as this presents a conflict of interest in employment with the City of Austin.

    Who We Are:
    Our department provides a variety of financial services and programs. The Financial Services Department ( FSD ) serves residents, vendors, and City departments.

    Our mission is to serve as a trusted steward of public resources with integrity and accountability to ensure a fiscally sound city.

    Our staff supports a wide variety of financial processes, including preparing the annual budget and annual fiscal report, procurement processes, franchise agreements, real estate transactions, and overseeing the City’s investment portfolio and debt management.

    As an internal support function within the larger City organization, FSD is proud to serve and act as a leader in financial management to its partner departments.

    Click here to read more about us online!

    Why Join Us?

    Meaningful Work
    Contribute to projects that improve the lives of the people in our community.

    Innovation and Collaboration
    Collaborate with diverse and talented teams, leveraging technology, continuous improvement, and best practices to drive progress in a variety of financial programs.

    Professional Growth and Development
    Achieve your professional goals. FSD offers opportunities to advance in multiple career paths, as well as a wide variety of learning opportunities.

    Work-Life Balance
    Enjoy a balanced lifestyle in a city renowned for its quality of life, outdoor activities, and cultural experiences.

    Hybrid Work Environment: The City of Austin Flexible Work Arrangement Program is designed to empower employees and leaders to establish hybrid work arrangements that promote high levels of performance and engagement. Staff may be eligible to telework up to 60%/week. Work schedules are implemented to meet department requirements and are subject to change based on business needs.

    Health and Wellness:
    The City of Austin is committed to providing cost-effective, sustainable benefits that assist employees in being physically and mentally well. For employees that are covered, this includes low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more.

    Click here to review the City of Austin’s Employee Benefits Guide .

    Click here to watch a short City of Austin Employment Video .

    Application Details:
    • A detailed, complete COA employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine your salary if you are selected for this position. ·
    • Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
    • For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications.
    • A cover letter is required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.
    • A résumé is also required but will not substitute for a complete COA employment application.
    • When completing the City of Austin employment application, the work experience listed must include a month, year, and a verifiable Supervisor or Human Resources phone number. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
    • Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meets the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.


    Additional Details:
    • The Financial Services Department may close this job posting at any time after it has been advertised for seven (7) days, please apply as soon as possible if interested.
    • This position may require a skills assessment.
    • If you are identified as a top candidate, verification of your education, which may include High School graduation or GED equivalent, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees, will be required.
    • This position will require a pre-employment Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
    • If you are selected as the top candidate for a position, we may contact your current and former employer, as well as the references listed in your application. Please be sure you have listed at least 3 previous supervisors in the application with correct contact information.
    • If you are identified as a top military candidate or a veteran, you must provide a copy of your DD-214.


    Travel:

    If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

    90 Day Provision for Additional Vacancy:

    When the same or an additional vacancy occurs within a department in the same job title within 90 days after the start date of the top candidate, the hiring department may offer the additional position to another candidate from the same candidate pool.
    Pay Range
    $37.63 - $47.98

    Hours
    Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Work schedules are implemented to meet the requirements of the department and are subject to change based on business needs.

    Job Close Date 12/18/2024 Type of Posting External Department Financial Services Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 505 Barton Springs Rd., Austin, Texas 78704 Preferred Qualifications
    • Experience in negotiating lease terms, rental rates, operating expenses, and lease agreements.
    • Experience supervising real estate professionals responsible for leasing real estate interests.
    • Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
    • Experience in resolving sensitive inquiries, complaints, and issues from both internal and external sources.
    • Ability to travel to more than one work location.


    Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
    Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.


    Manages major functions of Real Estate Rights to include appraisals, acquisitions, leasing, property management, street vacations, license agreements, easement releases, real estate closings, and/or consultant management. Pursues and establishes working relationships with all stakeholders including, but not limited to local political entities, special interests, constituencies, customer segments, employees and consultants. Facilitates 150-200 Real Estate acquisitions per year valuing $1,000,000 to $2,000,000. Meets internal customer satisfaction targets including on time and within budget. Reviews and evaluates contracts, surveys, title commitments, title policies, and other related documents. Ensures compliance with all federal/city regulations. Conducts meetings with employees, other divisions/departments and property owners/agents. Performs on-site investigation of proposed locations. Monitors work production of subordinates and develop procedures for improvements. Consults with Law Department on legal issues, eminent domain, contracts, deeds, and releases. Prepares documents and reports, oversees the design of presentation materials, including power point presentations, charts and graphs. Provides Real Estate expertise to other departments. Answers citizen inquiries.

    Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
    • Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.


    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

    • Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures pertaining to the acquisition and management of real property for public purposes.
    • Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
    • Knowledge of budgetary and purchasing procedures for public purposes.
    • Knowledge of local real estate market.
    • Knowledge of real estate acquisition principles and techniques.
    • Knowledge of appraisal principle and techniques.
    • Knowledge of land use and development principles.
    • Knowledge of federal, state and local building and environmental codes.
    • Skill in mediation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
    • Skill in coaching and development of subordinates at all levels.
    • Skill in interpreting, organizing an executing and coordinating assignments.
    • Skill in oral and written communication.
    • Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
    • Skill in using computers and related software applications.
    • Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
    • Ability to think strategically while maintaining an appreciation and understanding of past practices.
    • Ability to maintain effective communication and working relationships with stakeholders, boards and commissions, elected officials, city employees and the public.


    Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
    City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

    The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

    Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
    * Minimum qualifications for this position consist of graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business Administration, Real Estate, or in a field related to the job, plus six (6) years' experience in real estate activities such as buying, selling, appraising, mortgage lending, property management, land management, or title conveyance, one (1) year of which was in a lead or supervisory capacity. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
    • Yes
    • No
    * Please provide a brief description of how you meet the minimum qualifications listed for this position - to include, meeting the educational requirements, years of related experience and substitutions.
    (Open Ended Question)
    * This position requires a criminal background investigation (CBI). By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.
    • I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Investigation.
    * Employees of FSD-Real Estate Services are prohibited from ownership of a business related to real estate and from conducting work related to real estate, as this presents a conflict of interest in employment with the City of Austin. Do you acknowledge and accept these terms?
    • Yes
    • No
    * Briefly describe your experience in negotiating lease terms, rental rates, operating expenses, and lease agreements. Please indicate in your response the specific position(s) on your application where you obtained this experience.
    (Open Ended Question)
    * Briefly describe your experience supervising real estate professionals directly responsible for leasing real estate interests. Please indicate in your response the specific position(s) on your application where you obtained this experience and how many years of experience you have.
    (Open Ended Question)
    * Briefly describe your experience resolving sensitive inquiries, complaints, and issues from both internal and external sources. Please indicate in your response the specific position(s) on your application where you obtained this experience and how many years of experience you have.
    (Open Ended Question)
    * Please describe your experience developing and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders
    (Open Ended Question)
    * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?
    • Yes
    • No


    Optional & Required Documents

    Required Documents Cover Letter Resume Optional Documents
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Government Real Estate Careers Overview

Government real estate careers provide unique opportunities to manage, acquire, and oversee properties for federal, state, and local government agencies. These properties often include land, buildings, and infrastructure vital to supporting the mission and operations of government bodies. The scope of work in government real estate roles can range from property acquisitions for new government projects to maintaining and securing existing assets.

Government real estate professionals ensure that properties are used efficiently and in compliance with government regulations. This requires a deep understanding of real estate principles, property laws, and governmental policies. Real estate jobs within the government are available across various agencies, and each position plays an important role in safeguarding public resources.

Some of the responsibilities that come with these positions include:

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  • Managing and maintaining accurate property assets.
  • Ensuring that land and buildings are utilized for optimal benefit.
  • Collaborating with different government agencies to meet property-related needs.
  • Overseeing compliance with local, state, and federal regulations concerning property management and acquisitions.

For those looking to make an impact, government real estate jobs offer the chance to contribute to public service while developing specialized expertise in the real estate field.

 

Finding and Applying for Government Real Estate Jobs

Finding government real estate jobs requires a strategic approach. Here are several key steps to help you in your search and application process:

1. Search on Government Employment Websites:

  • Websites such as USAJobs.gov list a wide range of positions in the federal government, including real estate roles. Additionally, state and local government websites frequently post job openings for actual property management positions.
  • Make sure your browser is updated to navigate these sites properly without technical issues.

2. Use Specific Keywords to Narrow Down Your Search:

  • When searching for government real estate jobs, use precise keywords like “real property manager,” “government acquisitions specialist,” or “land surveyor” to find positions that match your expertise.
  • You’ll want to ensure your connection is stable, as some government job application systems require you to respond within a few seconds, especially when moving through multiple application steps.

3. Prepare Thoroughly for the Application Process:

  • Government job applications often involve more steps than private sector applications, including detailed questionnaires, background checks, and security clearance verifications. Make sure to review each job description carefully and prepare all necessary documents.
  • During this process, you may experience verification steps, such as security checks or application forms asking for your ray ID or other details. Sometimes, it may take a few moments, with messages like “verification successful, waiting” before you can proceed to the next step. Ensure you have all necessary documents and information ready when proceeding.

4. Customize Your Resume and Cover Letter:

  • Tailor your resume to the job you’re applying for, ensuring that your real estate experience and accomplishments align with the job requirements. Highlight key skills, such as property management, security, and compliance, to show you’re a strong fit for government roles.
  • Make sure to set the date correctly on your application documents and submit everything within the required timeframe.
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Types of Government Real Estate Jobs

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Government real estate roles span various positions, each with unique responsibilities. Below are some examples of the most common positions within this sector:

Real Property Manager:

Responsible for managing government-owned real estate properties, including day-to-day operations, maintenance, and long-term planning. These managers ensure that properties are used efficiently and are in compliance with government regulations.

Land Surveyor:

Land surveyors help define the boundaries of government properties, assisting in legal documentation and ensuring that the land is used appropriately. This position is crucial for managing government-owned land accurately and lawfully.

Acquisitions Specialist:

These professionals focus on acquiring real estate for government use. They play a crucial role in negotiating contracts, managing transactions, and ensuring that all legal requirements are met during acquisition.

Land Surveyor:

Land surveyors help define the boundaries of government properties, assisting in legal documentation and ensuring that the land is used appropriately. This position is crucial for managing government-owned land accurately and lawfully.

Security Officer for Real Estate:

Security officers are responsible for the physical security of government-owned properties. They ensure that properties are protected against theft, vandalism, and other security threats and may also be involved in responding to incidents on the property.

These roles offer a wide range of experiences and opportunities to work on different types of properties, from public parks to critical infrastructure.

 

Maximizing Your Chances of Success in Government Real Estate Careers

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To thrive in a government real estate career, continually improving your knowledge and skill set is essential. Here are some ways to enhance your chances of success:

1. Stay Current on Industry Trends:

The real estate industry is constantly evolving, with changes in laws, market conditions, and government policies. Regularly following industry news and updates will help you stay informed about new opportunities and challenges in the field.

2. Get Certified:

Government roles often favor candidates with specialized training or certifications in real estate. Designations like the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) or the Real Property Administrator (RPA) can improve your qualifications and make you stand out as an applicant.

3. Expand Your Professional Network:

Building relationships with other professionals in real estate and government agencies can help you stay informed about new job openings and career opportunities. Attend conferences, join professional organizations, and actively engage with industry peers.

4. Emphasize Problem-Solving Skills:

Real estate management in the government sector often addresses unexpected challenges, from managing budget constraints to navigating regulatory requirements. Strong problem-solving skills will help you handle these issues effectively and stand out.

5. Master Technology:

Technology plays an increasingly significant role in real estate management. Familiarize yourself with property management software, geographic information systems (GIS), and other digital tools to stay competitive and enhance productivity.

 

Conclusion

Pursuing a career in government real estate is a rewarding opportunity that allows you to manage important public resources while developing specialized skills. You can build a successful career in this field by carefully navigating the job search process, preparing a strong application, and continually advancing your real estate expertise. From managing real property to securing government assets, government real estate jobs offer a unique blend of responsibility, challenge, and professional growth.

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