Rights-of-Way Specialist, Property and Acquisition Specialist 4 (PAS4)

Description

Duties

Responsibilities:
The position may act as a project manager on complex and statewide projects, providing advice and marshaling subject matter experts to support projects in the regions or other programs. Position may require reviewing contracts, negotiations, developing training, conducting research, and solving problems. Responsibilities include ensuring that projects on state lands meet obligations to the trusts, are consistent with applicable laws and policy, and bring sensible and sustainable solutions to complex problems. This requires the ability to work closely with both internal and external stakeholders across several disciplines, including real estate, contract law, forestry, engineering, agriculture, utilities, natural resources sciences, environmental law, and more. This position is an excellent opportunity to expand your abilities in these areas while also developing your knowledge of history in relation to state trust lands.

This position independently supports region and agency efforts to acquire easements, grant easements, and resolve trespasses. This position serves as an agency expert on rights-of-way granting and acquisitions. This position will also support the granting of utility easements on state lands. Responsibilities include identifying and prioritizing region easement needs and external easement requests, and then defining specific projects by identifying the issues, developing a plan for resolving the issues, and pursuing resolution. This requires working closely with region and division staff, Forest Service personnel, utility companies, and attorneys.

This position will also be responsible for managing DNR’s agreements with the U.S. Forest Service Cost Share Program.

Position will review legal documents for past land purchases and understand encumbrances on State and private parcels.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in natural resources, engineering, real property, or other related field, AND two years professional experience in rights of way, land transactions, forestry, real property, contracts, contract negotiation, government administration, engineering, or surveying;
  OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Ability to work independently, applying sound analysis to make decisions.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and projects and be able to meet deadlines.
• Ability to negotiate.
• Effective communication skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations and public records retention and requests are followed.
• DNR Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Office work on 3rd or 4th floor of the NRB in open cubicle space up to 90% of the time, and field conditions involve traversing uneven ground, slopes, brush, and logs in all types of weather conditions up to 10% of the time as needed.
• 10-20% of the time, per year, travel to regions and some field visits in the regions.

• Bachelor’s degree in natural resources, engineering, law, title and escrow, real estate, contract law, or related field.
• Experience in complex negotiations.
• An interest in puzzles and creative problem solving.
• Experience in Government Administration (e.g., county or state government administration, government contracts).

Supplemental Information

Application Requirements:

• Apply online: at www.careers.wa.gov (Click on the APPLY button above).
• Letter of interest: describing your specific qualifications for the position andthe position required, desired, and special requirements.
• Resume: that details your experience and qualifications.
• References: 3-5 professional references with current telephone numbers, to include your 2 most recent supervisors. You may attach a document, use the References text field in the online application, or include it with your resume.
• Important: Do not attach any documents that include photos or private information (social security number, year of birth, etc.).
• Complete all supplemental questions.
• Candidates who move forward in the recruitment process may be contacted via email at info@governmentjobs.com with interview information/scheduling instructions. Please monitor the email listed in your application materials and check your junk email folder to ensure you receive those communications.

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• Commitment to organizational health and wellness
• Work/life balance
• DNR Employee Resource Groups (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council, Women’s Employee Resource Group, Veterans Employee Resource Group, etc.)
• Statewide Employee Business Resource Groups, visit here to learn more
• Leadership that empowers and supports employees
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development aid
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
• Opportunities to participate in wildland fire suppression assignments
• A comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contributions toward health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days. Visit http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html for more information.