Real Estate Analyst

Salary: $42.00 - $45.00 Hourly
Location : Salt Lake County, UT
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 44802
Agency: 670 Department of Commerce
Unit: 6100 Real Estate - Administration
Opening Date: 04/18/2025
Closing Date: 4/27/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Recruiter: Tehra Gorski, tgorski@utah.gov
# of Openings: 1
Location: Division of Real Estate: 160 E 300 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code: AR - Employees who make Statewide Policy - This is a career service exempt at will position.
Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.
EEO Statement: The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.

Job Description
Calling all legal professionals! Are you ready to make a real impact on the real estate, mortgage, and appraisal industries? Join our Department of Commerce, Division of Real Estate team as a Real Estate Analyst.

This position will be based in the office for the first six (6) months of employment. After this initial period, telework eligibility will be evaluated based on agency needs, performance, and the operational requirements of the role.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Real Estate Analyst performs complex legal analysis, provides guidance to investigators on legal matters, and assists in establishing courses of action within Division of Real Estate investigations. This role requires a strong understanding of legal principles, excellent analytical and writing skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with investigators, senior management, and the Office of the Attorney General. Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

• Providing legal analysis and support for enforcement cases and licensing matters;
• Reviewing evidence and legal documents to ensure sufficiency and the existence of elements of a violation of law;
• Conducting investigations into allegations of violations of statutes and rules enforced by the Division of Real Estate;
• Drafting legal documents such as citations, settlement agreements, pleadings, stipulations, orders, and notices of agency action;
• Preparing evidentiary records for cases;
• Assisting with special projects, including legal research, legislative matters, drafting administrative rules, and responding to subpoenas and GRAMA requests;
• Acting as a resource for management and staff;
• Reviewing and preparing evidentiary records for cases;
• Drafting statutes and administrative rules, and coordinating implementation;
• Reviewing division procedures for statutory compliance;
• Acting as records officer for GRAMA requests; and
• Acting as case agent and witness as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school. Law school students in their final semester, anticipating graduation within the next few months, are also encouraged to apply.
• Strong understanding of legal principles and practices.
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

PREFERRED

• Experience in real estate law, mortgage law, or appraisal law.
• Experience in professional licensing law.
• Experience working for or with government agencies.
• Familiarity with GRAMA.
• Familiarity with administrative procedures at the state or federal level.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM

If you join our team, you will be eligible for a rich benefits package, generous paid time off, and great work-life balance. You can learn more about offered benefits Please for more information about our agency.

BENEFITS

• Health Insurance - Public Employee Health Program (PEHP):
  • 3 medical plan options. Choose a Traditional or High Deductible Health Plan. There is an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other medical insurance coverage.
  • 5 dental plan options, with an Opt-Out Cash Benefit option for those that have other dental insurance coverage.
  • 4 vision plan options under EyeMed or OptiCare
• Retirement - Utah Retirement Systems (URS):
  • Employees who have any service credit with an employer covered by the Utah Retirement Systems prior to 7/1/2011 are in the Tier I Public Employees System.
  • Employees hired on or after 7/1/2011 and who have never been in the URS retirement system have two options for retirement in the Tier II System.
    • Tier 2 Hybrid Retirement System. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary between both plans (pension and 401(k))
    • Tier 2 Defined Contribution Plan. Employer contributes an amount equal to 10% of your salary to a 401(k) plan only.
  • Employer contributions to your 401(k) are vested after four years.
• Paid Time Off:
  • Annual leave and sick leave are accrued at 4 hours per pay period each (4 hours annual, 4 hours sick).
  • Annual leave amounts increase with years of service.
  • We have 12 paid holidays.

Supplemental Information

• Job: Commerce Analyst (#14762).
• DHRM rules apply for promotions/transfers.
• Please note, a position's eligibility for remote work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.
• Effective July 1, 2021, in-state work rules require all work to be performed while physically within the state's borders.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.

Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click

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01

The interview selection process is based on your answers to the application questions. Your answers to the questions on this application should be specific to the question that was asked and must be supported by your resume or work history otherwise you may not receive credit. Failure to answer the application questions completely and appropriately may result in disqualification, this includes copy/pasting your resume instead of answering the question. "See resume" or "see work history" are not acceptable answers to any question. Do you understand and agree to follow the above statement?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school? From below select what most accurately describes your education.

• Yes
• I am a law school student in my final semester, anticipating graduation within the next few months.
• No

03

How would you rate your ability to apply legal principles to complex situations?

• Limited ability: I have minimal experience and require significant guidance.
• Basic ability: I can apply fundamental legal principles with some assistance.
• Good ability: I can apply legal principles effectively in most situations independently.
• Excellent ability: I consistently and expertly apply complex legal principles to diverse and challenging scenarios.

04

Which of the following best reflects your proficiency in legal analysis, research, and writing?

• Limited proficiency in all areas: I struggle with all aspects and require substantial support.
• Basic proficiency in some areas: I can perform basic tasks in some areas with guidance.
• Proficient in all areas: I can independently perform all tasks to a satisfactory standard.
• Highly skilled in all areas: I consistently produce high-quality work and excel in all areas.

05

How would you rate your ability to communicate complex legal information effectively, both orally and in writing?

• Limited ability: I struggle to convey legal information clearly and accurately.
• I can convey basic legal information with some effort.
• I can clearly and effectively communicate legal information to most audiences.
• I can expertly and persuasively communicate complex legal information to diverse audiences.

06

Which of the following best describes your ability to balance independent work with teamwork?

• Requires significant supervision and struggles with teamwork: I need constant direction and find it difficult to collaborate.
• Can work independently with guidance and collaborates with clear instructions: I can work alone with direction and participate in teams when given clear roles.
• Manages projects independently and contributes effectively to teams: I can handle projects independently and am a reliable team member.
• Highly self-directed and excels in both independent and collaborative settings: I am proactive, efficient, and a strong contributor in any setting.

07

From the list below, please select all that applies to your professional experience.

• Real estate law
• Mortgage law
• Appraisal law
• Experience in professional licensing law
• Working for or with government agencies
• Familiarity with GRAMA
• Familiarity with administrative procedures at the state or federal level
• None of the above

08

Briefly describe your experience to support each of your selections to question #7 above. Type NA if you answered "None of the above". *To receive full credit, please answer in complete sentences with correct grammar and punctuation.
09

Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.

• State of Utah job site (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah)
• Referred by a Friend or Family
• Indeed
• Other External Job Board or Site
• LinkedIn
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• DWS job website (www.jobs.utah.gov)
• Advertisement (Digital Ad, Billboard, Print, etc.)
• Professional Network (Association, Membership, Work Colleague)
• University Network (Handshake, School Job Board, Career Center, etc.)
• Contacted by a Recruiter
• Career or Job Fair
• Internship
• Interviewed for different position
• Internal communications (Agency/Division, etc.)
• Other (not listed above)

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