Real Estate Specialist - C

Bexar County; Texas; On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Bexar County is seeking a Real Estate Specialist to manage acquisition and disposition of real property for county projects. Under general supervision, you will assist with leases, title curative functions, and review real estate appraisals.

The role requires strong knowledge of land titles and appraisal methods, plus the ability to coordinate with the District Attorney's Office and other agencies. The position is full-time in Texas with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus two years of college in real estate, business admin, or related field.
• At least four years of experience in real estate activities (negotiations, appraisals, title work, property management) or equivalent.
• Knowledge of land descriptions, property titles, and appraisal methods.
• Computer skills and ability to use basic software.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with coworkers, officials, and the public.
• Must pass background check, pre-employment physical, and drug screen.
• Must have a valid Texas driver's license.
• Overtime possible (>40 hours).

Responsibilities

• Assist with negotiations with property owners to acquire or dispose of real property for County projects.
• Perform title curative tasks: releases, resolutions, court orders, and documents to clear titles.
• Review property boundaries and surveys for accuracy.
• Review appraisals by staff and outside contractors.
• Prepare weekly production reports and update project status reports.
• Coordinate with District Attorney's Office on proposals and legal documents.
• Plot metes and bounds descriptions for property boundaries and review surveys for accuracy.
• Assist management with property leases.
• Investigate claims concerning the County's interest in property.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Negotiation

Title curative

Appraisals

Property leases

Survey review

Education

High School diploma or GED

Two years college in real estate or related field

Job description

Job Title

Real Estate Specialist - C Pay Rate Min to Mid Range

$25.89 - $30.42 Time Type

Full time Summary

Update - 3/19/2025 JG Description

Under general supervision, is responsible for the acquisition and/or disposition of real property; assists management with property leases, performance of all title curative functions and review appraisals of real estate activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with negotiations with property owners to acquire or dispose of real property for County projects


• Performs title curative functions, i.e. prepares and obtains partial releases, resolutions, court orders, and any other documents necessary to clear titles for all real estate being acquired


• Reviews property boundaries and surveys for accuracy


• Reviews appraisals prepared by real estate staff and independent contractors


• Prepares weekly production reports and updates status activity reports on projects


• Coordinates with District Attorney's Office on issues such as proposals and preparation of all forms and legal documents


• Plots metes and bounds descriptions for property boundaries and reviews surveys for accuracy


• Assists management with property leases


• Investigates various claims, reports and complaints concerning the County's interest on County property


• Performs related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• High School graduate or G.E.D., and two (2) years of college with major course work in real estate, business administration, or closely related field, with at least four (4) years of experience in real estate activities such as negotiations for purchase of sale, appraisals, title examination, property management, or equivalent combination of education and experience


• Knowledge of land descriptions, property titles, and construction plans and symbols; knowledge of property values and the methods of appraising a property, knowledge of real estate laws and terminology


• Skill in operating a personal computer and utilizing rudimentary software


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, County employees, elected/appointed officials, outside agencies and the general public; ability to accurately plot and/or confirm metes and bounds; ability to prepare and present necessary instruments for execution; ability to perform the physical requirements of the position; ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing


• Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation and clearance


• Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test


• Must possess and maintain a valid Texas driver's license


• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Generally working in indoor conditions; occasional exposure to outdoors, traffic, temperature extremes and rough terrain


• Occasionally moves items weighing up to 15-30 pounds


• Occasionally moves about the office


• Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information


• Generally operates a computer and other office productivity machinery


• Positions self to perform essential functions


• Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Working With Bexar County

Bexar County offers employees a competitive salary, retirement, and benefits. Many employee benefits are available to an employee's spouse/plus one qualifying adult and dependent child(ren). Employee benefits are strategically designed to support an employee and family, work/life balance.

Employee Benefits | Bexar County, TX - Official Website

Bexar County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to Workplace Diversity.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.