Internship Remote Property Manager Jobs in Michigan

Salary: $35.28 - $52.61 Hourly
Location : Lansing, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 5901-26-BOD-29-PM14-AP
Department: Transportation
Opening Date: 09/09/2026
Closing Date: 9/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)
Job Description
Are you looking for a leadership opportunity that is anything but ordinary? Do you thrive in an environment where priorities evolve, challenges require thoughtful solutions and strong leadership makes a difference? As the next property manager 14 in the Michigan Department of Transportation's (MDOT) Real Estate Services Section, you'll have the opportunity to lead critical statewide real estate programs while helping shape a team and workplace built on accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
As a property manager 14 within the MDOT Bureau of Development, you'll bring more than technical expertise to the role; you'll be a trusted leader for your team. Your ability to set clear expectations, provide meaningful feedback, support employee development and communicate with professionalism and respect will be essential to your success. Whether recognizing great work, guiding employee development or sharing information that may not always be easy to hear, you'll have the opportunity to lead with clarity, consistency and purpose.
You'll also use your expertise in real estate, program oversight, coordination and problem-solving to support programs that have an impact across the state. You'll work alongside professionals who value collaboration, sound decision-making and a shared commitment to serving Michigan.
At MDOT, we believe strong leaders continue to grow, too. You'll have access to professional development, continuous learning opportunities and resources to strengthen both your technical expertise and leadership skills.
If you're ready to lead people, solve complex challenges and make an impact on Michigan's transportation system, take the next step in your career and begin your journey with MDOT today.
As the next property manager 14, you will be responsible for:

• Directing the appraisal process for statewide projects, excess and railroad property, wetland mitigation sites, condemnation parcels and special projects for the Statewide Appraisal Program.
• Scheduling work assignments, setting priorities and directing the work of staff by providing clear continuous direction, feedback and measurement for the Local Public Agency Real Estate program and the Statewide Real Estate Quality Assurance program teams.
• Supervise the Development Services Division contract administrator's activities by scheduling work assignments, setting priorities and directing the work of staff by providing clear continuous direction, feedback and measurement.
• Directing the statewide Real Estate Quality Assurance program to ensure statewide real estate staff are performing real estate activities in compliance with all FHWA and state regulations while identifying statewide trends, best practices, innovations, improvements, areas of high quality and areas in need of improvement.

Begin your journey with MDOT today!
The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Property Manager 14 position.
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Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.
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The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
Required Education and Experience
Education
Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major.
Experience
Four years of professional experience in real estate equivalent to a Property Analyst, including two years equivalent to a Property Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to a Property Analyst 12.
Additional Requirements and Information
To be considered for this position you must:

• Possess a valid Michigan Real Estate Salesperson License, Michigan Real Estate Individual Broker License, or Michigan Real Estate Appraiser Limited License.
• If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application .for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the or the

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MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.
The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.
If you have questions related to this posting, please contact MDOT-OHR@michigan.gov.
Accommodations
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park-just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan's affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
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Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application.Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes.Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials?

• Yes
• No

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PROPMGR - Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in any major. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; ORat least one year of professional experience in the state of Michigan classified service.

• Yes
• No

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PROPMGR2-4 - Do you possess at least four years of professional experience in real estate equivalent to a Property Analyst?

• Yes
• No

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EQUIVALENCY: If you do not meet the standard education and experience requirements in the job specification, do you believe that other education and experience provide you the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties listed in the position description? If so, please document this education/experience in detail in your application and/or resume as failure to do so may result in you being screened out of this hiring process.

• Yes
• No
• I meet the standard education and experience requirements

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Please select any licenses you possess. If you possess any of these, please attach a copy in the Licenses/Certifications section of your profile.

• Michigan Real Estate Appraiser Limited License
• Michigan Real Estate Individual Broker License
• Michigan Real Estate Salesperson License
• None of the above

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Do you possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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Are you a current State of Michigan employee? State employees work for one of the departments that make up the government of the State of Michigan (e.g., Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC), Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT), etc.).

• Yes
• No

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Are you a current or former Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) employee?

• Yes
• No