Real Estate & Planning Program Specialist
Real Estate & Planning Program Specialist
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Job Description
THE POSITION
Washington Countys Facilities Fleet and Parks Departmentis seeking an energetic engaged and reliable Program Specialist to join our team in creating safe welcoming and comfortable public spaces to serve the diverse staff citizens and visitors of Washington County. This position will provide oversight and program guidance for the Real Estate & Planning business line of the Facilities Division to provide innovative and collaborative services to meet the business needs of specific departments and the County as a whole.
The Real Estate & Planning Program Specialist will be responsible for providing the necessary subject matter expertise to coordinate day to day oversight of the countys real estate leases oversee property auctions monitor budget expenditures and take the lead on updating and/or creating policies procedures and best practices for the real estate and planning goals to standardize building interiors like flooring paint signage and space planning. This position will work collaboratively across the organization to develop and implement a longterm plan that meets a wide range of current and future building needs.
The ideal candidate for this position will be committed to creating an inclusive and safe space for diverse Washington County staff and visitors. It is essential to have top level communication skills both oral and written welldeveloped active listening skills an eye for detail a strong work ethic and the ability to multitask and adapt to reactive especially in emergency situations. It is also important to be flexible easily shift priorities to respond to urgent incidents and routine work requests with pride professionalism and a positive demeanor.Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role even if you believe you do not meet all the hiring criteria described above.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
The Program Specialist Primary duties may include but are not limited to:
- Act as a point of contact for all incoming requests/inquiries and work with Facilities Division Manager to determine necessary course of action.
- Negotiate existing leases user agreements or memorandums of understanding
- Manage Spacebase the Property Management Software System for Countys owned and leased properties portfolio for critical dates and follow up on items needed (e.g. insurance certificates rent increases lease option renewals and lease expirations). Update program with new properties information and correspondence critical to the asset.
- Prepare County Real Estate Lease Amendments and process through ECATS.
- Complete Personal Property Tax Exemption forms and file as necessary with Assessment & Taxation.
- Write Board Agenda items vet through County Counsel and other team members.
- Prepareattachments and upload to iAgenda.
- Prepare and manage Easements Permits of Entry Lease Extensions User Agreements and other legal Real Estate documents.
- Manage annual auctions of surplus property by preparing auction list obtain declaration of surplus from the Board schedule and conduct auction according to ORS requirements and finalize sale/conveyance of property.
- Disposition surplus properties through private sale or conveyance to other governmental agencies special districts and qualified nonprofits.
- Represent Real Estate and Planning Manager at meetings and keep workflow moving in their absence.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
- An Associates Degree in a social service business administration or related field;AND
- One (1) year of work experience in program administration development evaluation or coordination and /or contract administration; OR
- Three (3) years of work experience in program administration development evaluation and/or contract administration.
- Will require the completion of a criminal history check in accordance with Oregon Administrative Rules.
This position is classified as Program Specialist.Classification descriptions are typically written broadly. To review the full information of this classification please use the following linkhere.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Please be clear and specific in the applicable sections of the employment application about how your background is relevant. This information must also be consistent with your supplemental question responses.Please note:Answers to the supplemental questions are typically evaluatedseparatelyfrom your application.
Next Steps
- Apply today! In lieu of a resume you are required to complete and submit an online application which will be used to screen for minimum qualifications (MQs) and to determine starting pay in accordance with the provision of the Oregon Equal Pay Act.
- MQ Review: HR will screen applications for MQs after the posting closes
- Subject Matter Expert (SME) Review:Depending on the number of applicants that meet MQs a SME panel may perform an indepth evaluation of your application materials including your responses to the supplemental questions.
- Panel Interview(s):Our goal is to schedule panel interviews with candidates who successfully pass the SME Review as soon as possible.
- Conditional Offer of Appointment: Human Resources will conduct a salary analysis for the successful candidate(s) and extend an offer of appointment.
- PostOffer Check:The successful candidate will undergo a driving record check medical exam and physical capacity test.
- Start Date:A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met
Please note:This recruitment may be used to fill future fulltime and parttime vacancies inthe same classification or job familythat may become available within the next sixmonth period.
Our Commitment to You
We are committed to using a meritbased system in which recruiting selecting and advancing employees is based on their relative knowledge skills and abilities. Washington County values a culture of equity diverse perspectives and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation collaboration and worklife harmony. We offer job stability a comprehensive benefits package and an opportunity to serve and support our diverse community. We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Women minorities veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Veterans Preference
If you are a Veteran and would like to be considered for a Veterans preference for this recruitment please review instructions using this link: Veterans Preference Points.
Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities ActReasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in the selection process for this recruitment. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resourcesor email:at least 48 hours before any step in the recruitment and selection process for which you feel you need accommodation.
Status of Your Application
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Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
