Real Property Specialist II (Surface Water Management)
Salary :
$72,385.
32 - $87,943.
32 Annually Location :
Everett, WA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
2023-CNR8420R-MAR Department:
Dept of Conservation & Nat Resources Division:
Surface Water Mgmt Opening Date:
03/14/2023 Closing Date:
Continuous Description Next application review date is August 8, 2023.
Join the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) as a Real Property Specialist II within the Surface Water Management Division (SWM).
SWM is seeking experienced and skilled candidates to negotiate with property owners to acquire a wide range of property rights for surface water management projects including large span fish passage culverts, stormwater facility retrofits, neighborhood drainage and water quality improvements, stream restoration, flood reduction, and salmon recovery and habitat creation/restoration projects.
This position will be part of a newly formed team in SWM, created to coordinate all aspects of administration and delivery of SWM Capital improvement projects.
This new group will play a key role in the overall success of SWM's capital improvement program.
Primary responsibilities of this position include:
Acquiring property and right-of-way Preparing appraisals, true cost estimates, and just compensation Reviewing engineering plans reports The ideal candidate will demonstrate skills and experience in many of the following areas:
Property acquisitions including title research and preparation of legal descriptions Successful negotiations with the public and superior public relations skills Effective coordination with project managers, team members, stakeholders, etc.
Managing several projects while juggling changing priorities Project and time management The successful candidate will also have qualities in alignment with SWM's core values of providing and demonstrating high quality service, leadership, stewardship, accountability, respect, and integrity.
These functions are essential to advance our mission:
to work in partnership with the community to protect and enhance water quality and aquatic habitat, to minimize damage from flooding and erosion, and to preserve water resources for future generations.
About Surface Water Management SWM is a stormwater utility that provides services to unincorporated Snohomish County.
These services are primarily funded by service charges paid by property owners in the unincorporated county.
SWM is the largest division in Snohomish County's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
With an annual budget of $45 million, SWM maintains 108 full-time positions filled by dedicated professionals in their field.
SWM works in partnership with other local and regional agencies to improve Snohomish County now and for future generations.
SWM provides a variety of programs and services for reducing road and property flooding and preserving and improving the health of Snohomish County's water resources and natural systems.
We focus on four core areas of service:
Drainage and road flooding Clean water in rivers, streams and lakes; Salmon and marine habitat; and River flooding You can find us responding to water-quality problems and complaints, monitoring river levels during flood season, maintaining drainage systems, managing habitat improvement projects and more.
For further information on Snohomish County Surface Water Management's programs, please go to Our 2022 Highlights report is available About the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)The Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) includes the Division of Surface Water Management, the Division of Parks & Recreation, the Office of Energy and Sustainability and the Office of Agriculture and aims to achieve high-priority environmental sustainability goals.
Some of the greatest assets we have in Snohomish County are our unparalleled beauty and abundant natural resources.
From the Puget Sound and five watersheds, to forestland, lakes, farms, ranches and parks, our quality of life, economic prosperity and future sustainability are dependent on protecting and improving our environmental resources.
Visit the web page to learn more.
About Snohomish County Snohomish County, , is located in northwest Washington between the Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains.
The county has rich scenery, numerous activities, and a thriving economy.
is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family.
When joining the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, you will work in an environment where innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement are highly encouraged and supported.
We are proud to offer an outstanding package to employees and their dependents.
We are invested in your success and growth and offer competitive wages, job flexibility and stability, employer paid ORCA cards, and a friendly, diverse team atmosphere where employees are appreciated and make a real difference providing services for our citizens.
We strive to not only provide a meaningful job, but a lifelong career.
Snohomish County - The Future We Choose Benefits Snohomish County will be invested in your success and growth.
We demonstrate this by offering a generous compensation package to our employees.
Your salary is only part of your Total Compensation Package.
Our benefits include:
:
County employees participate in the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) administered by the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
Benefits:
The County offers a choice of three comprehensive medical insurance plan with low deductibles.
The county's contribution to this benefit is significant.
Sick leave:
You will accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month.
Vacation Leave:
You will start out accruing 8 hours of vacation leave per month totaling 2.
4 weeks of vacation in your first year.
Your leave accruals increase based on your years of employment with the County.
Holiday Pay:
The County observes eleven (11) paid legal holidays per year and provides employees with two floating holidays annually.
Other benefits include , , , , , , and more.
:
If you choose to participate in the Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP), the County will match your contributions up to 1 percent of your base monthly salary.
Pay Increases:
Each year you will be eligible for a step increase until you reach the top step.
Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA):
County employees typically receive yearly cost of living adjustments.
Flexible work schedules.
Career development training.
Teleworking Options The work associated with this position can be performed with a hybrid of remote work and in-office work as needed and assigned.
For employees who prefer to work in the office full time, that option is also available.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
Snohomish County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely.
A Snohomish County Telework agreement is required for employees assigned to telework.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their Snohomish County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
For information about this job opportunity and posting, please email:
Job Duties STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Reviews and interprets title reports and other ownership data to determine legal status of the title and interests in the title necessary to clear for certification of rights-of-way; prepares legal descriptions for acquisition of rights-of-way.
Prepares true cost estimates to identify funding requirements for acquisition of rights-of-way for specific projects.
Prepares or reviews appraisals to estimate the value of properties to be acquired by the county; identifies comparable properties and analyzes other market data using standard appraisal practices.
Writes determinations of value, based on reviews of appraisals, to establish just compensation of parcels to be acquired.
Prepares all documents required to convey title and to clear encumbrances of record; prepares relocation plans and assists tenants and owners through the relocation process as required under federal, state and county regulations.
Negotiates with property owners and/or their representatives for the purchase of all or part of their land for projects; negotiates with lien holders to clear title for certification of acquired rights-of-way.
Prepares written reports on property acquisitions for the County Council and submits requests for condemnations to Real Property Administrator.
Reviews land use documents, reviews engineering plans and reports, inspects properties to be acquired, draws scaled maps for use in identifying rights-of-way acquired or to be acquired; participates in the direction and monitoring of tasks performed by the Real Property Specialist.
Participates in presentations made at public meetings and provides general information to the public.
STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications Three (3) years of experience in right-of-way related field such as property acquisition, title research, real property records or appraisal; OR, any combination of training and/or experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Must pass job related tests.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Valid Washington State Driver's License or the ability to acquire a valid license within thirty (30) days is required for employment.
Valid Washington State Notary Public appointment or the ability to acquire a valid notary within sixty (60) days of employment.
Must have ability to become SR/WA candidate within one (1) year of employment.
Additional Information KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of:
methods and principles of negotiating, appraising and determining ownership of property rights; state and federal laws and guidelines pertaining to acquisition of land right-of-way; factors affecting property valuation; real estate transactions and sales procedures; legal instruments used in property transactions.
Ability to:
read and interpret title reports to determine legal status of fee title and other title interests as they relate to the acquisition process; write legal descriptions for full and partial acquisition documents; review and interpret engineering plans and reports; negotiate effectively for the acquisition of property rights on projects in accordance with current federal, state and county laws and guidelines; prepare relocation plans and complete relocation of residential and tenant owned properties in accordance with federal, state and county laws and regulations; write appraisal reports for full and partial acquisitions; review appraisals and prepare determinations of value; prepare true cost estimates for proposed projects to be used to complete requests for funding; communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals, individually and in groups, orally and in writing; work independently with a minimum of supervision; establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, personnel from other departments, property owners and the general public.
SUPERVISION Employees report to and receive direction from the Real Property Administrator.
Work is performed with some supervision.
Progress is monitored through status reports and meetings.
WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in the office and in the field making site visits.
Physical hazard from traffic and driving in varying weather conditions may be present.
Meetings or project requirements involves working evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary.
Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.
Visit to learn more about the following benefits.
County Benefits Medical Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Retirement Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Long Term Disability (LTD) Commuting Benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program Leave & Holidays Voluntary Benefits Deferred Compensation 457(b) Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies Healthcare Premiums Regular full-time employees:
If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these for medical insurance.
The County pays the for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.
Regular part-time employees:
If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
The County's contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.
T.
E.
percentage the employee is assigned.
Note:
Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits.
Review the County's to learn more.
01 Following is a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job related experience and qualifications.
Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application.
The employment history and education detailed in your general application must validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions.
If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process.
A resume will not substitute for the general online application or supplemental questions; responses such as see resume or see application will not be considered.
Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be supported by your general application/work history and by your references? Yes No 02 Do you have a valid Washington State Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days of employment? Yes, I have a valid Washington State Driver's License No, but I have the ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days of employment No, I do not have the ability to obtain one 03 Do you have a valid Washington State Notary Public appointment or the ability to acquire one with sixty (60) days of employment? Yes No, but I have the ability to obtain one within sixty (60) days of employment No 04 Do you have a SR/WA designation through the International Right-of-Way Association (IRWA)? Yes No, but I have the ability to obtain one within one (1) year of employment No 05 What is your highest level of education? No degree Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree or higher 06 How many years of experience do you have in the right-of-way field such as property acquisition, title research, real property records or appraisal; OR, any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skill and ability to perform the work? No experience to less than one (1) year experience One (1) year to less than three (3) years experience Three (3) or more years experience 07 The following essay question will be scored to determine whether or not you advance to the interview stage.
You must score at least 70% to qualify for an interview.
Candidates with passing scores will be ranked by supplemental score.
You will be awarded points for grammar, spelling, and writing ability.
The top scoring candidates will be invited to an interview.
Do you understand that the scores on this portion of the supplemental will determine your eligibility and ranking for an interview, and all experience MUST be documented in your employment history? Yes No 08 Essay Question Describe how your experience and background make you a strong candidate for this position.
Include the length of experience, where experience was obtained and your role and key responsibilities.
Required Question Recommended Skills Administration Business Management Communication Drainage Systems Engineering Leadership Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
$72,385.
32 - $87,943.
32 Annually Location :
Everett, WA Job Type:
Full-Time Job Number:
2023-CNR8420R-MAR Department:
Dept of Conservation & Nat Resources Division:
Surface Water Mgmt Opening Date:
03/14/2023 Closing Date:
Continuous Description Next application review date is August 8, 2023.
Join the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) as a Real Property Specialist II within the Surface Water Management Division (SWM).
SWM is seeking experienced and skilled candidates to negotiate with property owners to acquire a wide range of property rights for surface water management projects including large span fish passage culverts, stormwater facility retrofits, neighborhood drainage and water quality improvements, stream restoration, flood reduction, and salmon recovery and habitat creation/restoration projects.
This position will be part of a newly formed team in SWM, created to coordinate all aspects of administration and delivery of SWM Capital improvement projects.
This new group will play a key role in the overall success of SWM's capital improvement program.
Primary responsibilities of this position include:
Acquiring property and right-of-way Preparing appraisals, true cost estimates, and just compensation Reviewing engineering plans reports The ideal candidate will demonstrate skills and experience in many of the following areas:
Property acquisitions including title research and preparation of legal descriptions Successful negotiations with the public and superior public relations skills Effective coordination with project managers, team members, stakeholders, etc.
Managing several projects while juggling changing priorities Project and time management The successful candidate will also have qualities in alignment with SWM's core values of providing and demonstrating high quality service, leadership, stewardship, accountability, respect, and integrity.
These functions are essential to advance our mission:
to work in partnership with the community to protect and enhance water quality and aquatic habitat, to minimize damage from flooding and erosion, and to preserve water resources for future generations.
About Surface Water Management SWM is a stormwater utility that provides services to unincorporated Snohomish County.
These services are primarily funded by service charges paid by property owners in the unincorporated county.
SWM is the largest division in Snohomish County's Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
With an annual budget of $45 million, SWM maintains 108 full-time positions filled by dedicated professionals in their field.
SWM works in partnership with other local and regional agencies to improve Snohomish County now and for future generations.
SWM provides a variety of programs and services for reducing road and property flooding and preserving and improving the health of Snohomish County's water resources and natural systems.
We focus on four core areas of service:
Drainage and road flooding Clean water in rivers, streams and lakes; Salmon and marine habitat; and River flooding You can find us responding to water-quality problems and complaints, monitoring river levels during flood season, maintaining drainage systems, managing habitat improvement projects and more.
For further information on Snohomish County Surface Water Management's programs, please go to Our 2022 Highlights report is available About the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR)The Snohomish County Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) includes the Division of Surface Water Management, the Division of Parks & Recreation, the Office of Energy and Sustainability and the Office of Agriculture and aims to achieve high-priority environmental sustainability goals.
Some of the greatest assets we have in Snohomish County are our unparalleled beauty and abundant natural resources.
From the Puget Sound and five watersheds, to forestland, lakes, farms, ranches and parks, our quality of life, economic prosperity and future sustainability are dependent on protecting and improving our environmental resources.
Visit the web page to learn more.
About Snohomish County Snohomish County, , is located in northwest Washington between the Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains.
The county has rich scenery, numerous activities, and a thriving economy.
is a great place to live, work, play, and raise a family.
When joining the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, you will work in an environment where innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement are highly encouraged and supported.
We are proud to offer an outstanding package to employees and their dependents.
We are invested in your success and growth and offer competitive wages, job flexibility and stability, employer paid ORCA cards, and a friendly, diverse team atmosphere where employees are appreciated and make a real difference providing services for our citizens.
We strive to not only provide a meaningful job, but a lifelong career.
Snohomish County - The Future We Choose Benefits Snohomish County will be invested in your success and growth.
We demonstrate this by offering a generous compensation package to our employees.
Your salary is only part of your Total Compensation Package.
Our benefits include:
:
County employees participate in the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) administered by the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS).
Benefits:
The County offers a choice of three comprehensive medical insurance plan with low deductibles.
The county's contribution to this benefit is significant.
Sick leave:
You will accrue 8 hours of sick leave per month.
Vacation Leave:
You will start out accruing 8 hours of vacation leave per month totaling 2.
4 weeks of vacation in your first year.
Your leave accruals increase based on your years of employment with the County.
Holiday Pay:
The County observes eleven (11) paid legal holidays per year and provides employees with two floating holidays annually.
Other benefits include , , , , , , and more.
:
If you choose to participate in the Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP), the County will match your contributions up to 1 percent of your base monthly salary.
Pay Increases:
Each year you will be eligible for a step increase until you reach the top step.
Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA):
County employees typically receive yearly cost of living adjustments.
Flexible work schedules.
Career development training.
Teleworking Options The work associated with this position can be performed with a hybrid of remote work and in-office work as needed and assigned.
For employees who prefer to work in the office full time, that option is also available.
Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
Snohomish County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely.
A Snohomish County Telework agreement is required for employees assigned to telework.
Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to their Snohomish County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
For information about this job opportunity and posting, please email:
Job Duties STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Reviews and interprets title reports and other ownership data to determine legal status of the title and interests in the title necessary to clear for certification of rights-of-way; prepares legal descriptions for acquisition of rights-of-way.
Prepares true cost estimates to identify funding requirements for acquisition of rights-of-way for specific projects.
Prepares or reviews appraisals to estimate the value of properties to be acquired by the county; identifies comparable properties and analyzes other market data using standard appraisal practices.
Writes determinations of value, based on reviews of appraisals, to establish just compensation of parcels to be acquired.
Prepares all documents required to convey title and to clear encumbrances of record; prepares relocation plans and assists tenants and owners through the relocation process as required under federal, state and county regulations.
Negotiates with property owners and/or their representatives for the purchase of all or part of their land for projects; negotiates with lien holders to clear title for certification of acquired rights-of-way.
Prepares written reports on property acquisitions for the County Council and submits requests for condemnations to Real Property Administrator.
Reviews land use documents, reviews engineering plans and reports, inspects properties to be acquired, draws scaled maps for use in identifying rights-of-way acquired or to be acquired; participates in the direction and monitoring of tasks performed by the Real Property Specialist.
Participates in presentations made at public meetings and provides general information to the public.
STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications Three (3) years of experience in right-of-way related field such as property acquisition, title research, real property records or appraisal; OR, any combination of training and/or experience which provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Must pass job related tests.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Valid Washington State Driver's License or the ability to acquire a valid license within thirty (30) days is required for employment.
Valid Washington State Notary Public appointment or the ability to acquire a valid notary within sixty (60) days of employment.
Must have ability to become SR/WA candidate within one (1) year of employment.
Additional Information KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of:
methods and principles of negotiating, appraising and determining ownership of property rights; state and federal laws and guidelines pertaining to acquisition of land right-of-way; factors affecting property valuation; real estate transactions and sales procedures; legal instruments used in property transactions.
Ability to:
read and interpret title reports to determine legal status of fee title and other title interests as they relate to the acquisition process; write legal descriptions for full and partial acquisition documents; review and interpret engineering plans and reports; negotiate effectively for the acquisition of property rights on projects in accordance with current federal, state and county laws and guidelines; prepare relocation plans and complete relocation of residential and tenant owned properties in accordance with federal, state and county laws and regulations; write appraisal reports for full and partial acquisitions; review appraisals and prepare determinations of value; prepare true cost estimates for proposed projects to be used to complete requests for funding; communicate effectively with a wide variety of individuals, individually and in groups, orally and in writing; work independently with a minimum of supervision; establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, personnel from other departments, property owners and the general public.
SUPERVISION Employees report to and receive direction from the Real Property Administrator.
Work is performed with some supervision.
Progress is monitored through status reports and meetings.
WORKING CONDITIONS Work is performed in the office and in the field making site visits.
Physical hazard from traffic and driving in varying weather conditions may be present.
Meetings or project requirements involves working evenings, weekends and holidays as necessary.
Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.
Snohomish County offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees that receive a regular appointment who work at least 20 hours a week.
Visit to learn more about the following benefits.
County Benefits Medical Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance Retirement Basic Group Term Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Long Term Disability (LTD) Commuting Benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Partners for Health Employee Wellness Program Leave & Holidays Voluntary Benefits Deferred Compensation 457(b) Supplemental Group Term Life Insurance Additional Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Supplemental Individual Insurance Policies Healthcare Premiums Regular full-time employees:
If you work 35 or more hours per week, you will pay these for medical insurance.
The County pays the for vision, dental, and basic life insurance.
Regular part-time employees:
If you work between 20 and 34 hours per week, you will pay for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
The County's contribution toward the premium for an employee in a regular part-time appointment will be pro-rated in an amount equal to the F.
T.
E.
percentage the employee is assigned.
Note:
Temporary employees, seasonal employees and paid interns may be eligible for medical insurance benefits.
Review the County's to learn more.
01 Following is a series of supplemental questions designed to assess your job related experience and qualifications.
Please note that as part of the screening process your responses will be reviewed in conjunction with your general online application.
The employment history and education detailed in your general application must validate/support your responses to the supplemental questions.
If your responses cannot be validated, you will not proceed to the next steps of the review/selection process.
A resume will not substitute for the general online application or supplemental questions; responses such as see resume or see application will not be considered.
Do you agree to answer each question truthfully and that your responses can be supported by your general application/work history and by your references? Yes No 02 Do you have a valid Washington State Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days of employment? Yes, I have a valid Washington State Driver's License No, but I have the ability to obtain one within thirty (30) days of employment No, I do not have the ability to obtain one 03 Do you have a valid Washington State Notary Public appointment or the ability to acquire one with sixty (60) days of employment? Yes No, but I have the ability to obtain one within sixty (60) days of employment No 04 Do you have a SR/WA designation through the International Right-of-Way Association (IRWA)? Yes No, but I have the ability to obtain one within one (1) year of employment No 05 What is your highest level of education? No degree Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree or higher 06 How many years of experience do you have in the right-of-way field such as property acquisition, title research, real property records or appraisal; OR, any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skill and ability to perform the work? No experience to less than one (1) year experience One (1) year to less than three (3) years experience Three (3) or more years experience 07 The following essay question will be scored to determine whether or not you advance to the interview stage.
You must score at least 70% to qualify for an interview.
Candidates with passing scores will be ranked by supplemental score.
You will be awarded points for grammar, spelling, and writing ability.
The top scoring candidates will be invited to an interview.
Do you understand that the scores on this portion of the supplemental will determine your eligibility and ranking for an interview, and all experience MUST be documented in your employment history? Yes No 08 Essay Question Describe how your experience and background make you a strong candidate for this position.
Include the length of experience, where experience was obtained and your role and key responsibilities.
Required Question Recommended Skills Administration Business Management Communication Drainage Systems Engineering Leadership Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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