Real Estate Officer

Position Overview

• The Archdiocese of Detroit seeks a skilled and mission-driven to provide real estate services under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer
• This role will lead the Real Estate Office in managing property transactions compliance committee coordination and strategic planning ensuring stewardship of Archdiocesan assets in alignment with organizational values.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate pre-marketing planning property valuation and property mergers with the Director of Parish Care
• Manage building and land sales including broker coordination property valuation negotiation and documentation (MOUs LOIs final sale agreements)
• Ensure compliance by submitting documents for internal review and approval (Director of Compliance CFO)
• Communicate transaction details to the CFO and provide updates to pastors and stakeholders
• Oversee title work purchase agreement changes and closing coordination with Real Estate Analyst CFO and outside legal counsel
• Schedule and lead quarterly reviews and asset committee meetings preparing agendas reports and recommendation Support monthly and special council meetings with real estate updates and reports
• Obtain and evaluate quotes for property inventory management systems and research in-house solutions
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all activities comply with civil canonical and diocesan policies
• In collaboration with the Department of Parish Renewal and Archdiocesan Restructuring initiatives proactively identify research and catalog innovative models and opportunities for reimagining buildings and optimizing land use

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of real estate transactions property valuation and asset management
• Project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Negotiation and communication skills for diverse audiences (clergy legal external partners)
• Familiarity with legal documents compliance processes and approval workflows
• Strategic thinking and alignment with the Archdioceses mission and stewardship principles
• Relationship-building and stakeholder engagement
• High ethical standards and ability to handle sensitive information discreetly
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and property management systems

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in business real estate finance engineering or related field (required)
• 610 years of relevant experience in commercial or institutional real estate including property transactions and portfolio management
• Experience working with faith-based or nonprofit organizations is highly desirable
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred

Certifications (Preferred/Beneficial)

• Certified Property Manager (CPM) Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM)
• Accredited Commercial Manager (ACoM) or Accredited Residential Manager (ARM) IREM
• Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)
• Real Estate Broker or Salesperson License (state-specific)
• Courses or certifications in nonprofit/religious property management zoning or historic preservation
• LEED or sustainability credentials (if relevant to portfolio)

Additional Considerations

• Practicing Catholic or strong understanding of Catholic teachings and mission (preferred)
• Willingness to travel locally for site visits meetings and stakeholder engagement
• Commitment to the values and mission of the Archdiocese of Detroit

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority