Franchise Program Agent Real Property Agent III
Franchise Program Agent Real Property Agent III
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Job Description
Summary
King Countys Facilities Management Division (FMD) is seeking a real estate professional to support our utility franchise program.
This is a senior level position within the Real Estate Services Section Property Control unit and is responsible for administering right of way franchise agreements including moderately complex negotiations of utility franchise agreements and franchise compensation. This person will work closely with the franchise program Real Property Agent IV to plan work develop and document the program and procedures monitor schedules and budgets and report various aspects of the program. The position also requires close coordination with other County agencies. Our ideal applicant will have direct experience negotiating utility franchise agreements or experience with commercial or government real estate and leases.
Who are we
Real Estate Services currently manages more than 140 utility franchises and is actively improving its practices and pursuing operational innovation and efficiency. We are looking for someone who has the technical expertise and organizational skills to assist getting the work done in an effective and efficient manner along with a collaborative attitude and a commitment to innovation learning and organizational improvement.
If this opportunity aligns with your career objectives we encourage you to apply.
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND SOCIALJUSTICE
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nations history King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures.
We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices strategies and policies that promote fairness justice and opportunity for all in our workplaces and our communities.With this commitment King County has adopted a proequity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public out reach efforts.
To learn more about King Countys commitment to Equity Racial & Social Justice click here!Job Duties
Negotiate complex franchise terms and conditions with utilities for use of County Road rightsofway. Prepare legislative and other documents necessary for processing franchise applications through King County Council review and . Coordinate review with and input from County agencies before during and after the negotiation process. Implement and administer executed franchise agreements by educating King County agencies resolving conflicts and taking other steps to support compliance with the terms and conditions of franchise agreements. Conduct research related to franchise and road rightofway issues and facilitate resolution among competing priorities. Support documentation of standard work.
Please note that this job announcement is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of duties that can be assigned to an employee in this position. Experience Qualifications Knowledge Skills
Experience negotiating and administering complex binding agreements. Understanding of general contract terms and conditions and principles of contract interpretation. Advanced oral and written communication problemsolving analytical and investigative research skills. Experience in facilitation conflict resolution and customer service. Regular user of Microsoft Office software. Desire to make a positive impact.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience negotiating and administering terms and conditions of utility franchise agreements for use of road rightsofway. Knowledge of utility franchise terms and conditions. Knowledge of laws rules and regulations related to use of road rightsofway.
Supplemental Information
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The selected candidate must complete an annual Financial Disclosure Statement in accordance with the King County Code of Ethics. Selected candidate must possess a Washington State Drivers License.
If selected for this opportunity you will be required to successfully complete reference checks.
MORE ABOUT THE POSITION:
This position is represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 117 Professional & Technical.
This position is exemptfrom overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
The typical workweek is 40 hours Monday Friday during normal business hours.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
This position is open to all qualified candidates.
Competitive regular bargaining unit members represented under the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 117 P&T Collective Bargaining Agreement are given first consideration over nonbargaining unit applicants for the position.
- A resume and a cover letter that describes how you can excel in this position are highly encouraged but not required. Please reach out to Sarah McCauley FMD HR Analyst at if you have any questions regarding this opportunity. Please only apply for this position on named King County as one of Washington States best employers.Together with leadership and our employees were changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a differenceCome join the team dedicated to serving one of the nations best places to live work and play.
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race color religion national origin sex (including gender identity sexual orientation and pregnancy) age genetic information disability veteran status or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions including but not limited to recruitment hiring selection for training promotion transfer demotion layoff termination rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
To Apply
If you are interested in pursuing this position please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
