Real Estate Services Coordinator

City of Georgetown, TX; United States; On-site; USD 76,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Georgetown, Texas, is seeking a Real Estate Coordinator to oversee all aspects of acquiring and disposing of real property for city projects and utilities. This role includes managing consultants, negotiating with landowners, and reviewing development applications.

Under the City Attorney, you will guide title reviews, prepare transaction documents, and support condemnation hearings. A realistic start date is available after October 5, 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in planning, public or business administration, real estate or related field.
• Four (4) years of full-time work experience in planning, real estate activities such as buying and/or selling real estate, mortgage lending, title conveyance, or paralegal work.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate acquisition of real property rights for public utilities and capital improvements.
• Coordinate disposition of real property rights in city projects and development-related endeavors.
• Manage consultants and vendors (right-of-way agents, surveyors, appraisers, title companies).
• Negotiate with landowners and respond to concerns/requests.
• Review development applications for real estate items and provide technical assistance.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Public speaking

Project management

Legal coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in planning, public or business administration, real estate or related field

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Under direction of the City Attorney, coordinates all aspects of real estate acquisition and disposition for City projects and various other real estate transactions. Applicants are required to attach a resume and cover letter. Anticipated start date: On or after October 5, 2026.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties that are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Coordinates the acquisition of real property rights for construction, maintenance, expansion, and operation of public utilities and other capital improvements projects in connection with City projects and development-related projects, in compliance with law and City policies.
• Coordinates the disposition of real property rights in connection with City projects and development-related projects, in compliance with law and City policies.
• Coordinates the temporary use of City property by others to accommodate construction projects on adjacent property or rights-of-way, in compliance with law and City policies.
• Manages consultants and vendors (i.e., right-of-way negotiation/acquisition agents, surveyors, appraisers, title companies, etc.), including reviewing invoices, analyzing costs, and recommending payment.
• Negotiates with landowners and their representatives; responds to their concerns/requests.
• Reviews development applications including plats, replats, and site plans for required real estate items
• Serves as case manager responsible for all requests for licenses to encroach and abandonments.
• Provides technical assistance on real estate matters to other City departments, developers, and property owners.
• Performs title research and curative work; recommends solutions to resolve closing issues.
• Assists engineers and land planners with route and site selection, project coordination/monitoring.
• Assists legal staff with real estate matters, including conducting title review, preparing transaction documents for attorney review, and assisting with preparation for condemnation hearings and trials.
• Prepares, presents, and makes recommendations to City Council and advisory boards and commissions concerning real estate matters.
• Serves as a resource to City staff, the Georgetown development community, and the general public concerning past and present City real estate matters.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in planning, public or business administration, real estate or related field.
• Four (4) years of full-time work experience in planning, real estate activities such as buying and/or selling real estate, mortgage lending, title conveyance, or paralegal work.
• OR any combination of experience, education, and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Knowledge of:

• Real estate practices, preferably including right-of-way negotiation/acquisition procedures and documentation.
• Property development and entitlement, preferably including plat and site plan preparation and/or review.
• State and local real estate law, municipal codes, ordinances, and policies, preferably including the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Act of 1970 and Texas Senate Bill 18.
• Title agency procedures.

Skill in:

• Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Understanding and evaluating contracts and real estate conveyance documents.
• Advising management concerning best practices related to acquisition or disposition of real estate.
• Establishing and maintaining good working relationships with other employees and the public.
• Negotiating with landowners for the acquisition of real property.
• Public speaking/presentation.
• Managing and completing projects within required schedules.
• Working independently, without direct supervision.
• Exercising good judgment, tact and diplomacy in all public dealings.
• Gracefully managing demanding or unsatisfied applicants and landowners.
• Performing calculations for real estate transactions and budget purposes.
• Using computer and a variety of PC software.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Valid Class "C" Texas driver’s license required. Out-of-state license holders must have a valid license and provide a three-year driving history upon contingent offer. Position will include continuing education and certification requirements as part of annual goals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, bending, vision, hearing, talking, use of foot controls, and wearing of face coverings.

Hiring Range: $75,600.72 - $94,702.40, annually.

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The City of Georgetown, Texas, with a population of 106,907 (July 2025), is located 30 miles north of Austin along I-35. Known for its engaged, educated community, award-winning parks and trails, and small-town character amid rapid growth, Georgetown is guided by five core values: Integrity, Respect, Service, People-centered, and Adaptability.

The City of Georgetown is an equal opportunity employer.

Offers of employment with the City of Georgetown is contingent upon:

• Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements.
• Satisfactory results from a pre-employment drug screening, criminal history background and driving record check.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• * *The City of Georgetown confirms verification of employment using E-Verify. E-Verify checks the information against records held by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm whether the employee is legally eligible to work in the U.S.

For more information about the City of Georgetown, visit our website at https://www.georgetowntexas.gov