Job details
Salary $25.05 - $32.56 an hour job type full-time
Full job description
Posting title property agent senior
Job requisition number coa084062
Position number 114188
Job type full-time
Division name dsd-trans/gen permit rvw
Minimum qualifications education and/or equivalent experience:
Graduation with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to the job, plus four (4) years of experience in a related field to real estate activities such as buying, selling, mortgage lending, commercial banking/commercial real estate, property management, real estate paralegal experience, or title conveyance.
Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.
Licenses or certifications:
None.
Notes to applicants
The development services department (dsd) assists homeowners, business owners, and contractors when they build, demolish, remodel or perform any type of construction to ensure compliance with applicable city and building codes.
Dsd is seeking to fill a property agent senior positionThe position will perform critical functions in the land management sectionLand management assists customers with obtaining rights for the use of city right-of-way and easements (streets, sidewalks, alleys, public utilities) through a variety of means depending on the project.
The property agent senior position’s duties include handling all aspects necessary for the relinquishment of the city’s real estate interests to facilitate private development, specifically processing license agreement applicationsA strong knowledge of construction plans, site plans, right of way and easements is essential.
Employees of the land management work group of the development services department are prohibited from ownership of a business related to real estate and from conducting work related to real estate within the austin city limits as this presents a conflict of interest for employment with the city of austinReal estate includes, but is not limited to, sales, brokerage, appraisal, contracting, and all related activities.
Working with the city of austin provides a number of health and welfare benefitsPlease click here for more information.
Employment application: only complete applications will be consideredBe sure your employment history on the application includes your past job titles, employment dates, and a detailed summary of your job duties, functions and responsibilitiesPlease take the time to ensure that the application is complete to represent your history and skills/abilitiesAlthough there are posting dates listed, development services may close the posting any time after seven days from the initial advertisementOnce a position is closed, no additional applications or application changes will be accepted.
Post interview verification: if you are selected as the top candidate for a position, we will be contacting your current and former employer, as well as the references listed in your applicationPlease do your best to ensure that the contact information on the application is accurateTop candidates will also be required to provide proof of education from an accredited organization, copies of any professional licenses or certificates listed on the application and a copy of your dd-214 if claiming veteran’s preference.
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 dutiesOtherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
The department may close this job posting at any time after 7 days.
Pay range $25.05 – $32.56
Hours monday – friday, 7:45 am – 4:45 pm.
Limited telework opportunities may exist.
Job close date
10/15/2021
Type of posting external
Department development services
Regular/temporary regular
Grant funded or pooled position not applicable
Category professional
Location 6310 wilhelmina delco drive, austin, tx 78752 - pdc
Preferred qualifications
Experience working with local, state and or the federal government in a capacity that includes, real estate, development and/or construction.
Experience effectively communicating with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
Experience with amanda and/or austin build + connect (ab + c).
Experience interpreting austin city code.
Ability to review schematics, site plans and construction plans
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 followingOther related duties may be assigned.
Negotiates the terms, conditions, and special requirements of deeds, easements, title company issues, contracts, law requirements and property inspections.
Coordinates and manages leases or use of city-owned space; negotiates and prepares lease/use agreements.
Consults with city attorneys, budget office, and other departmentsPresents before boards and commissions, community groups, and various external stakeholders.
Evaluates and participates in the sales process of city-owned property.
Reconciles annual leases, development agreements, and revenue leases.
Analyzes commitments for title insurance and documentation, including but not limited to, exceptions to title, easements, tax liens, judgments, boundary line agreements, mineral estate, royalty interests, restrictions, probate, deed of trust liens, and bankruptcy documents.
Coordinates and corresponds with project managers, appraisers, inspectors, surveyors, land planners, property owners, attorneys, companies, developers, title companies, real estate agents, and othersProvides recommendations to project managers.
Determines alignment, strategy, and scheduling of projects by participating in team meetings.
Prepares closing instructions to title company and documents, including warranty deed, easement, and release of liens.
Prepares appraisal district data on properties, tracts, and owners by researching, compiling, and analyzing data.
Determine extent of property requirements by examining field notes, engineering plans, and property maps.
Responsibilities - supervision and/or leadership exercised: may provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, and guidance to others.
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 real estate practices and/or property title clearing and conveyance.
Knowledge of city, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Knowledge of construction plans, zoning maps, appraisal district maps, and site plans.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in using computers and related software.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Ability to evaluate contract agreements.
Ability to read, write, and interpret real estate legal descriptions.
Ability to negotiate.
Ability to manage time effectively.
Ability to maintain files and keep accurate records.
Ability to research and interpret blanket type easements, judgments, boundary line agreements, and other documents.
Ability to read and interpret field notes, engineering plans, site plans, and maps.
Ability to work with multiple stakeholders.
Ability to resolve discrepancies.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Ability to exercise good judgment, tact, and diplomacy in all public dealings.
Ability to establish good working relationships with other 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 american disabilities actIf you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or tty (512) 974-2445.
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.
