Job Description

Posting number: 39658

Department: Houston Public Works

Job classification: REAL ESTATE ANALYST

Posting type: Open

Categories: Public Works, Real Estate

Summary

This position is physically comfortable. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions.Applications accepted from: All Persons Interested

Service Line/Section: Engineering & Construction/Real Estate Services

Reporting Location: 611 Walker St., 19th floor, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

• Subject to Change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Real Estate Analyst - Researcher supports Houston Public Works Real Estate Services by conducting detailed property research that contributes to the City’s efforts to acquire, manage, and protect property interests under the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan. This position focuses on verifying ownership, reviewing property records, and ensuring accurate documentation of City real property interests. The work directly supports infrastructure projects and helps maintain the integrity of City property information.

KEY RESPONSIBLITIES

• Perform research using public records, City records, survey drawings, plat map, and GIS data to determine ownership of City property, street right-of-way, and easement rights.
• Review conveyance deeds, easements, ordinances, subdivision plat maps, survey maps, and related real property instruments to identify accurate property interests.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between recorded documents, survey information, and GIS datasets.
• Provide research findings to team lead and coordinate with City attorneys to support legal reviews involving property rights and restrictions.
• Enter new research assignments into the department database and ensure completeness and accuracy of associated property information.
• Work with Survey GIS team to geocode property records and assist in creating or updating the City’s property records.
• Prepare clear and well-organized research summaries for internal departments, City officials, and external partners.
• Provide regular progress updates to senior researcher and supervisors.
• Perform additional tasks that support Real Estate Services’ operational objectives.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is physically comfortable. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions.

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

Examples of duties

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Two (2) years of professional experience in real estate activities, design or a closely related field are required.

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

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

Qualifications

Requires proficiency in the operation of personal computers and the following software: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Courthouse Direct, SharePoint, Microsoft CoPilot, and GIS. Candidate must demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, excellent organization and time management skills, strong investigative skills, and the ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships at diverse levels. Preference will be given to candidates skilled in title abstracting, reading and interpreting land surveys, vesting instruments, legal language, agreements, easements and GIS data. If they have valid Texas Driver’s License and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving.

**Preference shall also 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.**

Supplemental information

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED: None

However, the department may administer a skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: No

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 20

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 832-393-6737

If you need special services or accommodations 832-393-6737 (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.