Assistant Director Of Real Property Division

Position Description

Position Overview

The Assistant Director of Real Properties plays a crucial role within the Harris County Engineering Department. Assisting in the development, analysis, and negotiation of complex real estate transactions. This includes the acquisition, disposition, and leasing of property. The individual in this position is responsible for the meticulous drafting, reviewing, and issuing of various legal and transactional documents such as letters of intent, memoranda of understanding, offer packages, counteroffers, listing agreements, purchase and sale agreements, leases, licenses, operation and maintenance agreements, easements, and rights of way agreements. With a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach, the Assistant Director ensures the seamless progression of all active projects, carefully evaluating, reviewing, and monitoring each phase. This role is instrumental in advancing the department's objectives by facilitating strategic real estate initiatives.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Assists in acquisition and disposition of real estate transactions involving easements, residential, commercial, and industrial properties.

• Ensures all transactions comply with legal standards and regulations.

• Assists with projects from inception to completion, overseeing documentation for land purchases and property acquisitions.

• Actively engages and assists in negotiations, determines transaction terms, and supports interactions with property owners.

• Serves as a liaison between County personnel and external stakeholders such as property owners, consultants, and developers.

• Interfaces with various departments and external agencies or firms related to real estate programs, transactions, and projects.

• Assists in management and maintains a comprehensive portfolio of complex real estate projects and internal proceedings.

• Reviews, approves, and recommends offer packages, purchase agreements, counteroffers, and cash-flow projections.

• Negotiates with property owners, agencies, utilities, company officials, and developers to finalize beneficial deals.

• Coordinates with engineers, attorneys, economic development teams, and other stakeholders for successful real estate transactions.

• Oversees appraisal process to determine fair market values and appropriate land rights for County needs.

• Procures independent appraisal services through requests for proposals.

• Collaborates with County Departments on current and future projects, providing expertise in real estate matters.

• Assists with special projects and performs personnel functions such as interviewing, managing, training, developing, and evaluating staff.

• Acts as a subject matter expert in real estate, ensuring transactions support the County's objectives and comply with legal requirements.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Business Administration, Public Administration, Real Estate or other relevant field and five years of management in the public or private real estate industry.

Experience

• Seven (7) years' experience in Real Estate with an emphasis on understanding property acquisitions

• Seven (7) years supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Proficient in overseeing land acquisition processes, including understanding and executing tax foreclosure proceedings, property leasing, and abandonments.

• Expert knowledge of laws and regulations concerning the sale of surplus city property and tax-foreclosed properties.

• Skilled in the principles and practices of real property acquisition, including eminent domain processes, property appraisals, and leasing strategies.

• In-depth understanding of current real estate market trends, enabling informed decision-making and strategic planning.

• Strong leadership abilities in supervision, training, and performance management, fostering a productive and efficient team environment.

• Experienced in budget preparation and financial management, ensuring responsible fiscal planning and resource allocation.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

Education:

• A Juris Doctorate (J.D.) in real estate field (preferred but not required) and current membership of the State Bar of Texas.

General Information

Salary Information

• Commensurate with Experience, based on 26 pay periods.

Typical Hours of Work

Typical work hours are 40 Hr./week, with typical work hour starting from 8AM and ending at 5PM

Location

1111 Fannin Street, Houston, Texas.

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

BENEFITS

Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.

The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

• Medical Coverage

• Dental Coverage

• Vision Coverage

• Wellness Plan

• Life Insurance

• Long-term disability

• Employee Assistance Program

• Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service

• Accrual rates increase based on years of service

• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday

• Professional development opportunities

• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan

• Healthcare Reimbursement Account

• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:

• Retirement Pension (TCDRS)
• Flexible schedule (varies by department)
• Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.

For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:

https://benefitsathctx.com/

01

Do you have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Business Administration, Public Administration, Real Estate or another relevant field?

• Yes

• No

02

Do you have Seven (7) years' experience in Real Estate with an emphasis on understanding property acquisitions?

• Yes

• No

03

Can you describe a time when you successfully managed a land acquisition process from start to finish? What were the key challenges, and how did you overcome them?

04

Describe your leadership style. Can you provide an example of a time when your leadership led to an improvement in team productivity or efficiency?

05

Can you share your experience with handling property leases and dealing with property abandonments? What strategies do you use to mitigate risks associated with these processes?

06

In the context of eminent domain processes, which of the following is essential?

• Offering below-market compensation to save costs.

• Ensuring fair treatment and compliance with legal standards.

• Limiting communication with affected property owners.

• Focusing solely on the benefits to the acquiring entity.

• None of the above

Required Question

Agency Harris County

Address 1111 Fannin St

Ste. 600

Houston, Texas, 77002

Phone 713-274-5445

Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx