REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST - SENIOR

The Department of City Development has two openings for experienced real estate professionals. There are two titles for which we are currently accepting applications:

• Real Estate Development Specialist (Recruitment #2512-5954-001)
• Real Estate Development Specialist-Senior (Recruitment #2512-5953-001)

The names of successful candidates will be placed on the highest-level eligible list for which they qualify.

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce that is committed to providing exemplary service to the City’s residents. If you have a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

Real Estate Development Specialist and Real Estate Development Specialist-Senior

Real Estate Acquisition, Disposition, and Development

• Manage real estate disposition projects, including analyzing commercial, industrial, and vacant lot real estate acquired through tax foreclosure or by the Redevelopment Authority of the City of Milwaukee (RACM).
• Inspect properties inside and outside in all neighborhoods of the City.
• Price properties for sale; research properties before sale. Manage the marketing of properties through multiple listing services, review offers to purchase, evaluate proposals, and complete buyer background assessments.
• Manage real estate closing process with buyers, including preparing closing statements and transaction documents, attending or performing closings, and preparing and recording deeds with the Milwaukee County Register of Deeds.
• Manage the disposition of surplus Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS), Milwaukee Public Library (MPL), and other municipal properties by creating requests for proposals, preparing marketing materials and correspondence, and coordinating with City officials and staff.
• Coordinate and execute work with other governmental agencies to achieve the acquisition of privately-owned property (eminent domain).
• Assist with requesting demolition of commercial properties.
• Research real estate matters, making recommendations to DCD staff, other City staff, and elected officials. 
• Attend public meetings on behalf of the DCD regarding relevant projects. Present files and sales to the Common Council and other relevant boards, such as the City Plan Commission, for approval.

Project Management

Property and Tenant Management

Real Estate Initiatives Support

Project Management

Property and Tenant Management

The Real Estate Development Specialist/Real Estate Development Specialist-Senior must be willing and able to do the following:

• Drive to and from properties throughout Milwaukee to perform field work.
• Perform interior and exterior property inspections in all neighborhoods of the City.
• Perform physical activities that require agility, including ascending or descending stairs or ramps; walking and standing, crawling, crouching, stooping, kneeling, reaching, balancing, pushing and pulling.
• Inspect properties with potentially hazardous environmental conditions, including mold, dust, asbestos, lead, and other hazards.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions (e.g., extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and snow).
• Move and lift up to 20 pounds to move objects on occasion.
• File a statement of economic interests in accordance with the Milwaukee Code of Ordinances Chapter 303-Code of Ethics.

Real Estate Development Specialist

1. Bachelor’s degree in real estate, construction management, urban planning, architecture or similar field from an accredited college or university.
2. Three years of professional experience in the acquisition and/or disposition of real estate or performing similar duties related to the position.
3. Valid driver's license and the availability of a properly-insured personal vehicle for use on the job at the time of appointment and throughout employment. Private automobile allowance may be paid pursuant to Section 350-183 of the Milwaukee Code.

Real Estate Development Specialist-Senior

1. Bachelor’s degree in real estate, construction management, urban planning, architecture or similar field from an accredited college or university.
2. Four years of professional experience in the acquisition and/or disposition of real estate, economic development, engineering project management, or performing similar duties related to the position.
3. Valid driver's license and the availability of a properly-insured personal vehicle for use on the job at the time of appointment and throughout employment. Private automobile allowance may be paid pursuant to Section 350-183 of the Milwaukee Code. 

Equivalent combinations of education and professional experience may also be considered.

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

• Real Estate Broker’s License.
• Property appraisal experience.
• Certification as Hazardous Material Manager or Environmental Hygienist.
• State of Wisconsin Notary Public.
• Department of Transportation (DOT) Relocation Specialist.

Technical

• Knowledge of real estate sales and marketing principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of real estate, urban planning, architecture, and construction initiatives and principles.  
• Knowledge of the City of Milwaukee real estate market to serve the City’s property interests, as well as the needs of buyers, tenants, and contractors.  
• Familiarity with commercial real estate processes including appraisals and broker price opinions, purchase and sale agreements, financial feasibility, easements, reading and interpreting title reports and closing statements, and federal and state relocation laws.
• Ability to evaluate development proposals and make financial assistance determinations. 
• Ability to understand financial information to perform accurate calculations.
• Ability to effectively use computer programs such as the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read, interpret and write reports, such as purchase and sale agreements and closing documentation.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply laws, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of mapping, platting, and legal descriptions.

Communication and Interpersonal

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, City staff, developers, property owners, and the general public.
• Customer service skills to ensure exceptional service is provided.
• Effective written communication skills to create clear and concise business correspondence, develop marketing and community outreach materials, and prepare reports. 
• Verbal communication skills to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people (property owners, developers, contractors, co-workers, and community organizations) in person, over the telephone, and in public settings.

Critical Thinking and Professionalism

• Ability to work accurately and prioritize and execute a large volume of projects with detail-oriented work and varying deadlines. 
• Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to recognize, analyze, and recommend solutions.
• Ability to work effectively with people from all cultural, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds to accomplish program goals.
• Ability to work efficiently and independently, exercise sound judgment to make decisions, and work with a team. 
• Honesty and integrity to meet professional standards for handling confidential information and politically sensitive issues.

Real Estate Development Specialist (Pay Range 2LX)

• The current salary range is $92,478 - $105,223 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $95,253 - $108,380. 

Real Estate Development Specialist-Senior (Pay Range 2MX)

• The current salary range is $101,726 - $112,137 annually, and the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residents is $104,778 - $115,501. 

Appointment above the minimum is possible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subject to approval.

Employees with a State of Wisconsin Appraiser License, or a Real Estate Salesperson or Broker License, will be paid an additional 3% per designation.

BENEFITS: The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefit program, which includes:

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass  

For full details of the benefits offered by the City of Milwaukee, please visit https://city.milwaukee.gov/benefits.

THE SELECTION PROCESS will be job-related and will consist of one or more of the following: an evaluation of education, experience, and/or responses to supplemental questions; a written or performance test, a structured interview, or other assessment methods. The Department of Employee Relations reserves the right to call only the most qualified candidates to structured interviews and performance examinations. Structured interviews may include written exercises. Selection process component weights will be determined by further analysis of the job.

INITIAL FILING DATE – The selection process will be held as soon as practical after the deadline listed above. Receipt of applications may be discontinued at any time after this date without prior notice. However, recruitment may continue until the City's needs are met. Qualified applicants will be notified of the date, time, and place of the selection process components. Unless otherwise required by law, the City of Milwaukee will not provide alternative selection process dates or times. The applicant is responsible for attending all phases of the job selection process at the time and place designated by the City of Milwaukee.

APPLICATIONS and further information may be accessed by visiting www.jobapscloud.com/MIL.

• Applications should be submitted no later than the deadline listed above.
• If you would like assistance completing an application, please contact the Department of Employee Relations at (414) 286-3751 or staffinginfo@milwaukee.gov.
• The Department of Employee Relations is located at City Hall, 200 E. Wells St., Room 706, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

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The City of Milwaukee values and encourages diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.