Commercial Real Estate Specialist

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services’ Office of Real Estate and Planning provides real estate services to state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges, and universities. The Commercial Real Estate Specialist performs multi-level real estate services, including commercial leasing, land leasing, property acquisition and sales, oil and gas leasing on state land, easements, permits, licenses, and appraisal review. The role identifies suitable properties and sites, conducts market analyses, negotiates terms with property owners and other parties, prepares transaction documents and financial analyses, coordinates appraisals and assessments, and completes closing and post-closing activities.

The specialist advises state entities on real estate practices and procedures, responds to inquiries and complaints, supports controlling board meetings, oversees lease compliance, and maintains organized and accurate transaction records. The position requires travel and the employee must provide their own transportation. The schedule is full-time, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at 4200 Surface Road, Columbus, Ohio. Compensation is $28.76–$38.01.

Requirements

• At least 36 months of training or experience in real estate, property management, or a related field; or completion of an undergraduate core program in business administration, real estate, property management, or a related field, plus 12 months of training or experience in real estate or property management; or an equivalent combination meeting the minimum class qualifications.
• Travel is required, and the employee must provide their own transportation.
• Knowledge of real estate drawings such as plat or tax maps and blueprints.
• Knowledge of commercial real estate, including leasing, sales, property management, acquisition, and appraisal or title review.
• Knowledge of human relations, real estate practices, procedures and law, agency policies and procedures, government structure and process, and business administration.
• Skill using a personal computer and calculator, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Skill performing mathematical calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, originate real estate documents and correspondence, and prepare concise and accurate reports.
• Ability to proofread technical material, recognize errors, and make corrections.
• Ability to handle routine and sensitive telephone inquiries from officials and the general public.
• Ability to cooperate with coworkers on group projects, prioritize projects, multitask, manage time, and initiate projects without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform real estate services for state agencies, boards, commissions, colleges, and universities, including commercial and land leasing, property acquisitions and sales, oil and gas leasing, easements, permits, licenses, and appraisal review.
• Locate suitable state-owned or commercial space, identify and select sites, and conduct real estate market analyses.
• Negotiate lease, acquisition, and disposal terms with property owners, developers, utility companies, government entities, nonprofit organizations, and other parties.
• Prepare real estate documents and financial analyses for transactions, including legislative acts and sales packages as needed.
• Coordinate appraisals and other assessments or reviews.
• Perform closing and post-closing activities.
• Lease state-owned property and grant easements, licenses, or permits for use of state land.
• Assist with controlling board meetings and oversee lease compliance.
• Serve as a liaison to state entities, advising them on real estate practices and procedures.
• Review and respond to informational inquiries and complaints.
• Produce documents such as advertisements, charts, and spreadsheets to support real estate transactions.
• Maintain organized and accurate records and files related to real estate activities and transactions.
• Stay current in assigned areas through seminars, workshops, continuing education, discussions, and relevant publications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave
• Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
• Optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed