Senior Real Property Agent

Ventura County•Ventura, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under general direction, performs progressively complex and varied work in the practice of Real Estate as it relates to the appraisal, acquisition, management, leasing, relocation assistance, and disposal of real property for public use. Identifies utilities in conflict with proposed public projects and coordinates their timely relocation, including determination of prior rights and preparation of relocation agreements. Depending upon assignment, may administer the County service area and franchise administration functions. May serve as a lead to lower-level Real Property Agents. Senior Real Property Agent is the advanced journey/lead classification in the Real Property Agent series.

Requirements

Extensive experience in appraisal, acquisition, management, leasing, relocation assistance service and disposal of real property for a public entity.
Possession of a Bachelor's degree in real estate, business, economics, public administration or a related field; AND One (1) year of experience performing duties equivalent to the classification of Real Property Agent II at the County of Ventura; AND Successful completion and passage of four (4) discipline exams in areas such as Appraisal, Asset Management, Negotiation/Acquisition, Relocation Assistance, Environmental, Law, Engineering, Uniform Act offered by the International Right of Way Association OR successful completion of the Capstone Comprehensive Exam.
Must possess and maintain a valid California driver's license.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of real estate acquisitions, appraisal and property management for public entities.
Thorough knowledge of the laws, legal codes, governmental regulations applicable to real estate and eminent domain.
Some knowledge of the basic principles of civil engineering as they relate to the acquisition of right-of-way for public projects.
Skill in time management; complex problem solving; active listening; judgment and decision making; negotiating/reconciling differences; and effective written and verbal communication.
Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and construction drawings as they relate to the acquisition of right-of-way for public projects or utility relocation.
Ability to develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
Ability to resolve conflicts.
Ability to interact effectively with the public.
Ability to make decisions and solve problems.

Nice To Haves

Member of the Appraisal Institute or possession of any designation recognized by the Appraisal Institute
Senior Right of Way Professional (SR/WA) designation issued by the International Right of Way Association (IRWA)

Responsibilities

Negotiates terms of property acquisitions and lease agreements for public use.
Prepares permits, licenses, deeds, agreements, leases, contracts, conveyances and other legal documents.
Coordinates proposals and other legal aspects of transactions with County Counsel’s Office.
Conducts the more sensitive, complex and difficult negotiations with officials and representatives of other governmental agencies.
Prepares and/or reviews narrative appraisals for purposes of acquisitions.
Checks title to real property.
Relates project proposals and goals to property owners or their representatives.
Prepares Board letters and reports on current acquisitions and condemnations.
May be required to present information before the Board of Supervisors.
Maintains records on project assignments.
Appraises property and property improvements in order to prepare cost estimates and for acquisitions.
Provides escrow functions for completing the recording of deeds, clearing title and disbursing funds.
Serves as a lead to lower-level Real Property Agents.
Conducts investigations to determine the location of utility lines which may conflict with proposed construction.
Coordinates with utility companies in relocating utility facilities.
Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

Educational Incentive: A n educational incentive of 2.5% for completion of an associate degree, 3.5% for completion of a bachelor's degree, OR 5% for completion of a graduate degree.
Bilingual Incentive: Incumbents may also be eligible for a bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill. Proficiency levels by exam are $.69 per hour (Level I); $1.00 per hour (Level II); or $1.32 per hour (Level III).
Vacation Accrual: New regular, full-time employees shall accrue approximately 14 days of vacation a year for the first 10,400 hours or 5 years of service; vacation accruals increase at 5, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 and 20 years of service topping out at 26 days a year and 400 hours of vacation hours banked.
Flexible Workweek/Telework Schedule: We support a work/life balance by offering compressed work (e.g., 9/80 or 4/10 workweek) and remote hybrid telework schedules for some positions subject to organizational needs and satisfactory performance.
Annual Leave Redemption: After 14,560 hours of continuous service an employee may elect to "cash in" or redeem up to 80 hours of vacation accrued in the same year after using 80 hours of vacation in the preceding 12 months.
Sick Leave: Full-time Regular employees accrue 3.08 hours of sick leave per pay period with an advance at hire of 40.04 hours which will be balanced at the completion of 13 bi-weekly pay periods.
Deferred Compensation: Eligible to participate in the County's 401(k) Shared Savings Plan and/or the Section 457 Plan. This position is eligible for up to a 3% match on your 401(k) contributions.
Health Plans: Full-time employees are given a flexible credit allowance of up to $26,626.98 annually to offset the purchase of medical insurance for you and your dependents. Employee only - $463.99 per biweekly pay period; Employee plus one dependent - $834.32 per biweekly pay period; and Employee plus family - $1,024.11 per biweekly pay period.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Choice of participation in the Flexible Spending Accounts which increase spending power through reimbursement of pre-tax dollars for IRS approved dependent care and health care expenses.
Pension Plan: Both the County and employees contribute to the County's Retirement Plan and to Social Security. If eligible, reciprocity may be established with other public retirement systems such as PERS.
Holidays: 12 paid days per year which includes a scheduled floating holiday.
Tuition Reimbursement
Disability Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Wellness Program