| Location | Marietta, GA |
| Salary | $84,272.97–$139,050.40 Per Year |
Real Estate Division Director
Salary
$84,272.97 - $139,050.40 Annually
Location
The David Hankerson Building Marietta, GA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
05225
Department
Support Services
Opening Date
09/29/2026
Closing Date
10/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code
116
Position Information
About the Position:
Reporting directly to the Support Services Agency Director, the Real Estate Division Director is responsible for the oversight of the newly created Real Estate Division which includes managing the County's acquisition, leasing and disposition of developed and undeveloped real estate, ensuring an accurate inventory of County Property, maximizing revenue from lease and sale transactions, and providing accountability and transparency of County owned real estate.
Why Cobb County Real Estate Division?
Cobb County Government owns over 1,300 parcels/facilities. Each year, many parcels and either sold or purchased. Purchases in the last three years include a new property for 911, land for new fire stations, Cobb County Parks, and a new building for Public Safety. Additionally we have sold surplus land and buildings the County no longer had need to possess. Additionally, we have buildings that we lease out to tenants. We also have offices we lease from private owners.
Cobb County is home of:
You must attach a resume to this application before submission.
Full-time employees of Cobb County Government are offered a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that may include, but is not limited to the following:
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Paid Vacation Leave
13 days per year / 1 year of service
15 days per year / 5 years of service
20 days per year / 10 years of service
22 days per year / 15 years of service
25 days per year / 20 years of service
Holidays
12 paid holidays per year
Paid Sick Leave
Accumulates at 4.0 hours per biweekly
Paid Military Leave
Up to 18 days per year
Parental Leave Policy
Eligible full-time employees will receive six weeks paid time off to care for and bond with their newborn or newly adopted child.
Bereavement Leave Policy
Full-time employees will receive up to 3 days of bereavement leave with pay for up to 24 hours.
Free Wellness Clinic
A free health clinic is available for all Cobb County Employees and their dependents who have insurance with Cobb County. The clinic offers sick and well checks and many prescription medications at no cost to the employee.
Fitness Centers
Multiple fitness centers with both strength and aerobic training equipment available at no-cost to employees.
Tuition Assistance
Tuition assistance is available for you while you complete a college degree or certification. Reimbursable amounts are dependent upon available funding and will be proportionately distributed to all pre-approved applicants on a quarterly basis.
Essential Functions
Manages, directs, and evaluates assigned staff; processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
Consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; and provides progress and activity reports to the Director, County administrators and elected officials.
Manages the County's acquisition, leasing and disposition of developed and undeveloped real estate.
Manages lease negotiations for satellite governmental offices/facilities to meet County Space needs.
Prepares, plans, and implements long- and short-term goals, and objectives, and procedures for the Real Estate Division: evaluates performance and effectiveness of current services, programs, and systems in relation to growing needs of the County; and identifies and implements needed changes, modifications and/or enhancements.
Provides input for Countywide Real Estate Policy.
Responsible for preparing and presenting pertinent information related to real property transactions for the Property Advisory Commission and for Board of Commissioners agendas.
Provides input and administers budget for the division: forecasts funding needs for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budget; and prepares and submits financial records and documentation.
Manages all sales and lease agreements for County-owned property. Coordinates with the County's contracted Commercial Real Estate Broker, Property Advisory Commission, and the County Attorney's Office to provide oversight and continuity for transactions concerning County owned Real Estate.
Responsible for maintaining and managing an inventory in GIS (Geographic Information System) of County owned properties. Maintains the official inventory of all real estate holdings owned by Cobb County with information as to purpose for acquisition, costs associated with purchase, and compiles and manages inventory of all county owned properties.
Responsible for maintaining and managing an inventory of all properties leased by or from the County.
Interfaces with landlords and tenants, vendors and the community, administers lease agreements, negotiating and or resolving issues and disputes.
Coordinates with Finance in the rent collection process and provides recommendations for pursuing legal action when required.
Coordinates with DOT and Water System for the disposal of unneeded road right-of-way and preparing pertinent information for related real property transactions for the BOC agenda.
Periodically reviews the County's real estate holdings, identifies properties that have reached the end of their useful lives and recommends means of disposition in compliance with Georgia Code O.C.G.A. § 36-9-3 (2012).
Interfaces with and serves as a resource for other County Departments, Office of the County Attorney, Risk Management, Finance, County's contracted Commercial Real Estate Broker and the general public in matters related to purchasing, selling or leasing real estate from/to the County.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) in Business Administration, Finance, Real Estate, Public Administration, or related field; supplemented by five years experience in real estate acquisition, management, disposition, appraising or related field; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Drivers License.
Commercial or residential real estate license preferred but not required.
Appraisal license is preferred but not required.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station. Tasks require the ability to tour and evaluate land and facilities considered for disposition, some of which may be undeveloped properties.
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb Countys Employee Benefits page to learn more.
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I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the Educational History and Work History sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
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Do you now or in the future need an employer to sponsor you for employment authorization of visa status?
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Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
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If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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How many years of experience do you have in real estate acquisition, management, disposition, appraising or related field?
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Please describe your experience in real estate acquisition, management, disposition, appraising or related field. Enter N/A if not applicable. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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How many years of experience do you have in commercial real estate?
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Do you currently possess a commercial or residential real estate license?
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Do you currently possess an appraisal license?
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Do you have experience managing lease negotiations for public and/or commercial or residential real estate?
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Describe your experience managing lease negotiations for public and/or commercial or residential real estate. Enter N/A if not applicable. "See resume" willnot be accepted.
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Do you have experience with budget administration?
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Describe your experience with budget development and administration. Enter N/A if not applicable. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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Do you have experience interacting with Elected Officials, Agency Heads, Department Heads, or other top ranking executives?
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Please explain in detail your work experience interacting with Elected Officials, Agency Heads, Department Heads, or other top ranking executives. Enter N/A if not applicable. See Resume will not be accepted.
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Do you have experience preparing and presenting information related to real property transactions to public or private agencies, commissons, or boards?
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Do you have experience managing inventory in GIS (Geographic Information System)?
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How many years of personnel management and/or supervisory experience do you have?
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Describe your management and/or supervisory experience including the number of personnel that you supervised and whether or not you administered performance evaluations and discipline, hiring and work flow management, etc. Enter N/A if not applicable. "See resume" will not be accepted.
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I understand that a resume must be attached to my online application in order for it to be deemed complete.
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Do you have a current and valid drivers license?
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If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following requirements: a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check and provide copies of any education documents listed on your application. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?
Required Question
Employer Cobb County Government
Address 100 Cherokee Street
Suite #200
Marietta, Georgia, 30090
Website http://www.cobbcounty.gov