Property Tax Protest Lead - Strategy & Appeals

SWE Homes, LP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SWE Homes, a long-standing real estate group, is seeking a Property Tax Protest Specialist to lead its Tax Protest Department in Houston. You will guide a team, oversee valuation appeals, and drive compliance across jurisdictions.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in appraisal, financial consulting, or tax agency work, with knowledge of Texas appraisal districts such as HCAD, and a proven track record in managing deadlines and hearings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, or related field.
• 3+ years of appraisal district, financial consulting, or tax agency experience.
• Familiarity with property tax laws and appraisal district procedures.
• Experience in property valuation and protest hearings.
• Knowledge of Texas appraisal districts (e.g., HCAD).
• Understanding of real estate valuation approaches (income, cost, sales comparison).

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily operations of the tax protest team.
• Prepare and submit property tax appeals with research and strategy.
• Act as liaison with county/taxing officials and oversee deadlines.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate team members for compliance and growth.
• Travel to hearings; support protest hearings with research and documentation.
• Collaborate with legal, acquisitions, payables, and collections teams.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Organizational skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, or related field

Job description

SWE Homes, a long-standing real estate group, is seeking a Property Tax Protest Specialist to lead its Tax Protest Department in Houston. You will guide a team, oversee valuation appeals, and drive compliance across jurisdictions.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in appraisal, financial consulting, or tax agency work, with knowledge of Texas appraisal districts such as HCAD, and a proven track record in managing deadlines and hearings.