Assistant Real Estate Analyst (Engineering)

Assistant Real Estate Analyst (Engineering)

Salary

$23.33 - $26.44 Hourly

Location

611 Walker Street

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

39716

Department

Houston Public Works

Opening Date

10/15/2026

Closing Date

11/15/2026 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

POSITION OVERVIEW

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED FROM: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

SERVICE LINE/SECTION: Engineering / Design Development

REPORTING LOCATION: 611 Walker Street, 19th Floor, Houston, TX 77002, USA

WORKDAYS & HOURS: M - F, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.*

• Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs various support functions for activities to aid in the acquisition and disposition of property and provide professional administrative assistance to designated sections.

Responsibilities:

• Investigate properties to be purchased, sold, abandoned, exchanged or transferred.

• Provides data entry for various recordkeeping systems.

• Verifies accuracy of information received on properties

• Assist with verifying and maintaining the accuracy of property records.

• Coordinates efforts with appropriate city departments.

• Prepares and submits packages for management and departmental review.

• Assist with monitoring KPIs and other performance matrixes.

• Assist with billing coordination with other departments.

• Maintains vendor records and assignment schedules.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 20 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required.

This is a Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier III Level.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires an Associate degree in Real Estate, Business Administration or a related field.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

One (1) year of professional experience in real estate or a closely related field is required.

Directly related professional experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Requires a valid Texas driver's license and compliance with the City of Houston's policy on driving (AP 2-2).

PREFERENCES

Preference will be given to applicants with the following:

• Requires proficiency in the operation of personal computers and the following software: MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat. Candidate must have solid oral and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to establish and maintain excellent working relationships at diverse levels. Preference will be given to a candidate with prior public sector acquisition and/or real estate experience and knowledge of title curative procedures.

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None

However, the department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION NO

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidates qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade 17

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6737.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.393-6737. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individuals sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 13 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

01

Please select the best scenario below that describes your level of education:

• Less than a high school diploma/GED
• High School diploma/GED
• Associates degree in Real Estate, Business Administration or a closely related field
• Bachelors degree or higher in Real Estate, Business Administration or a closely related field

02

How many years of progressive professional experience in real estate activities do you have?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year, but less than 2 years
• 2 years, but less than 3 years
• 3 years or more

03

Please indicate your experience collaborating with multiple entities or personnel to gather records and ensure timely responses to requests. (Select one):

• No experience
• Limited - occasionally contacted staff to obtain records or information
• Intermediate - regularly coordinated with multiple work groups to collect records, clarify requests, and track response progress
• Advanced - served as the central point of coordination across large or complex organizations involving numerous divisions, stakeholders, or sensitive requests

04

Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you possess strong and effective communication skills, both orally and in writing?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with others?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you demonstrate strong problem-solving skills as they relate to administrative functions?

• Yes
• No

08

Please describe your experience handling multiple priorities simultaneously. ("See Resume" is not acceptable, if no experience please insert N/A).

09

Please indicate your level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)

• BEGINNER: Perform daily word processing tasks, enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a Worksheet, creates a new e-mail message, checking e-mails.
• INTERMEDIATE: Basic formatting and create a variety of templates, merges; manage table data, sort and filter merges, reply, forward, print and delete an e-mail message.
• ADVANCED: Manage table data, sort and filter merges, advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data in Excel, delete e-mails from the Inbox, Sent Items and Deleted Items folders, Add, edit, move and delete appointments on your calendar.
• EXPERT: Produce table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, manage Macro commands, and create MS Excel applications, managing multiple calendars.
• No Experience

Required Question

Employer City of Houston

Address 901 Bagby St

Houston, Texas, 77002

Website https://www.houstontx.gov/