Real Property Services Manager – Public Works

Job Summary

Clark County Public Works looks for people who can grow, think, lead and inspire. We seek leaders, achievers and doers who bring skill, passion and commitment to public service.

The Real Property Services Manager oversees the Real Property Services Section that acquires property, assists with relocations, provides right-of-way information, manages county property and sells surplus property.

As the Real Property Services Manager your primary responsibilities will include:

Planning and facilitating team meetings with a focus on equity and team building;

Implementing and updating processes to support staff and section operations;

Building and maintaining strategic relationships with the community;

Participating in county, departmental and division meetings, training sessions and activities;

Helping guide positive change within the Real Property Services Section.

This position is open until filled with a first review date of June 5, 2020

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

• Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities will be considered.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, real-estate or closely related field
• Five years of experience with right-of-way procedures, appraisals, property acquisition, relocations and surplus property sales
• Two years of previous supervisory or lead experience
• Experience creating and maintaining budgets and work-plans
• Senior Right-of-Way Agent designation from the International Right-of-Way Association or have commenced structured program for obtaining it
• Possession of valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Professional designation by a major appraisal society (Preferred)

The ideal candidate will knowledge of:

• The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970
• Accepted negotiation policies, procedures, and techniques
• Property appraisal theory, principles and practices
• Real estate law and title examination procedures
• Principles of property management
• Techniques and legal issues related to effective supervision of employees

The ideal candidate will have the ability to:

• Develop policies, procedures and techniques
• Prepare and analyze detailed right-of-way reports
• Read and interpret engineering, plans and drawings
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all levels of the organization and with the community
• Deal with stressful and difficult situations
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Meet with the community, represent the county at hearings and in court
• Supervise, train, and support staff
• Work and manage employees in a union environment

HOW TO APPLY:

An online application is required.  For complete job announcement, application requirements, and to apply on-line, please visit our website at:

https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county                                                                                                                       
Salary Grade: M2.827 ($6,543.00 - $9,244.00) per month
Close Date:  Open until filled

https://www.clark.wa.gov/human-resources/explore-careers-clark-county