City of Fort Lauderdale
Position Summary
The City of Fort Lauderdale seeks a Real Estate Manager. This highly responsible management position within the City Manager’s Office is responsible for managing the City’s real estate portfolio, including the oversight of City owned properties and leases where the City serves as landlord or tenant. The Real Estate Manager was recently created in response to a growing portfolio and responsibilities associated with long‑term public‑private partnership (P3) projects. The work is performed under the general direction of the City Manager and ensures efficient use of assets while maintaining compliance with applicable laws, regulations and City policies. This is a non‑classified, at‑will position and is not subject to Civil Service Rules or any collective bargaining agreement.
Essential Job Functions
Manages day‑to‑day operations of the City’s real estate portfolio, including acquisitions, dispositions, leases, licenses, easements, and property management activities.
Negotiates and administers real estate transactions on behalf of the City, ensuring compliance with federal, state and local laws, City Code and City Commission policy direction.
Participates in strategic planning initiatives and contributes to citywide frameworks for property management, redevelopment and asset utilization.
Develops and implements real estate policies, procedures and strategies to support economic development, redevelopment and operational efficiency.
Oversees external consultants, appraisers, brokers, attorneys and other professionals engaged in real estate projects.
Represents the City in public meetings, community workshops, public hearings and intergovernmental discussions on real estate and redevelopment initiatives, ensuring transparency and alignment with industry best practices, legislative direction and community needs.
Prepares and / or presents agenda items, memorandums, resolutions, ordinances, contracts and other documentation for city Commission consideration.
Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned personnel, setting goals and performance standards.
Manages the division budget and provides recommendations on staffing, operations and program initiatives.
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Urban Planning, Legal Studies or a closely related field.
A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in real estate management, property acquisition / disposition, real estate development, leasing, asset management, project management or closely related field.
Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Additional qualifying experience or coursework at an accredited college or university may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis for the required education / experience.
If claiming Veteran’s Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form and the City of Fort Lauderdale veteran’s preference claim form (J‑204) to the online application.
Preferred Qualifications
A Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school including membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.
Real estate transaction experience.
Professional certification such as Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM), Certified Property Manager (CPM), Member of the Appraisal Institute (MAI) or Real Estate Broker’s License.
Experience working for a municipality or government agency.
Physical Standards The position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 20 lbs occasionally, 10 lbs frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
How to Apply Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but are not limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
Equal Opportunity & Veteran Preference The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action, inclusive employer and a drug‑free workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. Veterans’ preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran’s Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form and the City of Fort Lauderdale veteran’s preference claim form (J‑204) to the online application.
Benefits The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full‑time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short‑term disability insurance. Click here for an overview of employment information including our benefits package. Additional management benefits are available. The City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS.
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Essential Job Functions
Manages day‑to‑day operations of the City’s real estate portfolio, including acquisitions, dispositions, leases, licenses, easements, and property management activities.
Negotiates and administers real estate transactions on behalf of the City, ensuring compliance with federal, state and local laws, City Code and City Commission policy direction.
Participates in strategic planning initiatives and contributes to citywide frameworks for property management, redevelopment and asset utilization.
Develops and implements real estate policies, procedures and strategies to support economic development, redevelopment and operational efficiency.
Oversees external consultants, appraisers, brokers, attorneys and other professionals engaged in real estate projects.
Represents the City in public meetings, community workshops, public hearings and intergovernmental discussions on real estate and redevelopment initiatives, ensuring transparency and alignment with industry best practices, legislative direction and community needs.
Prepares and / or presents agenda items, memorandums, resolutions, ordinances, contracts and other documentation for city Commission consideration.
Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned personnel, setting goals and performance standards.
Manages the division budget and provides recommendations on staffing, operations and program initiatives.
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Urban Planning, Legal Studies or a closely related field.
A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in real estate management, property acquisition / disposition, real estate development, leasing, asset management, project management or closely related field.
Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Additional qualifying experience or coursework at an accredited college or university may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis for the required education / experience.
If claiming Veteran’s Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form and the City of Fort Lauderdale veteran’s preference claim form (J‑204) to the online application.
Preferred Qualifications
A Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school including membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.
Real estate transaction experience.
Professional certification such as Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM), Certified Property Manager (CPM), Member of the Appraisal Institute (MAI) or Real Estate Broker’s License.
Experience working for a municipality or government agency.
Physical Standards The position involves light physical demands, such as exerting up to 20 lbs occasionally, 10 lbs frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.
How to Apply Applicants who qualify will be subject to an extensive selection process and screening program, which may include, but are not limited to evaluation of training and experience; written test; interview; employment record, background check; medical examination; and drug screen. The expected duration of the selection process varies by position.
Equal Opportunity & Veteran Preference The City of Fort Lauderdale is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action, inclusive employer and a drug‑free workplace. The City of Fort Lauderdale does not discriminate based on age, citizenship status, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation. Veterans’ preference per Florida law. If claiming Veteran’s Preference, candidates must attach a DD214 Member 4 form and the City of Fort Lauderdale veteran’s preference claim form (J‑204) to the online application.
Benefits The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full‑time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short‑term disability insurance. Click here for an overview of employment information including our benefits package. Additional management benefits are available. The City of Fort Lauderdale participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option and requires a 3% contribution from employees. All new City of Fort Lauderdale employees are automatically enrolled in FRS.
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