Owned Real Estate Transaction Manager DR028
Richmond, VA - USA
Job Summary
Are you a real estate professional experienced with managing real estate transactions from start to finish
Are you interested in a fulfilling career with the Commonwealth
Come join DGS as aTransaction Manager for Owned Real Estate!
Title:Owned Real Estate Transaction Manager - DR028
State Role Title: Land Acquisition and Property Management Agent III
Hiring Range: $77250 - $92700
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Department of General Services (DGS)
Location:Washington Building
Agency Website:
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
The DGS Division of Real Estate Services (DRES) seeks to hire a real estate professional to serve as a Transaction Manager for the oversight of the Commonwealths owned real estate interests primarily focused onnatural resource acquisitions and in support of the Commonwealths natural resources agencies.
DRES supports state departments agencies and institutions and their public missions by providing real estate solutions that are cost effective and functionally supportive and to manage the Commonwealths broad real estate portfolio ensuring compliance with applicable laws policies procedures guidelines and best practices.
As part of the Owned Property team this Transaction Manager supports DRES by providing effective leadership and direction in developing and achieving strategic goals for acquisition use and disposal of real property interests for Agencies of the position helps ensure that client agencies receive timely real estate services and are provided the facilities they need at the most economical cost. The position provides expert advice and assists agencies in strategic planning defining facility needs selecting facilities that meet those needs obtaining necessary services conducting and negotiating transactions and reviewing transactions and documents to make informed recommendations for approval by the Governor.
Job duties include but are not limited to:
- Draft and review real estate transaction documents.
- Understand and effectively communicate the requirements for and be able to conduct solicitations for and award assignments for performing appraisals surveys title searches and insurance environmental property condition assessments and Environmental Impact Reports.
- Effectively communicate at all stages of the transaction cycle from the identification of acquisition site targets to capital outlay approvals due diligence performance and closing.
- Input data in the DRES database and ensure that transaction documentation is maintained.
Weve got great benefits!
DGS offers excellent health benefits at affordable pricing pre-tax spending accounts paid life insurance paid Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits paid holidays vacation and other leave benefits wellness programs and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching. Additionally DGS is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
This position will be located in Richmond Virginia and must report on-site. This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule (telework up to 2 days/week) upon completion of an approved telework agreement.
Minimum Requirements
- Knowledge of real estate principles practices and laws.
- Experience negotiating and managing the acquisition and disposal of real estate interests from start to finish.
- Experience examining title reports and policies surveys property descriptions appraisals environmental and property condition assessments and lease and license documents.
- Experience analyzing commercial real estate transactions including financials and transaction documents.
- Experience acting decisively and accurately in advising and assisting client agencies.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong customer service and negotiating skills and experience effectively present ideas and concepts to co-workers agencies managers and vendors.
- Solid analytical and organizational skills and ability to multi-task.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Skill in use of PCs including experience with word processing software spreadsheets and real estate management software.
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.
The selected candidate must also pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check.
Additional Considerations
- Knowledge of laws policies and guidelines governing conduct of real estate transactions by departments agencies and institutions of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- Experience negotiating and managing the acquisition and disposal of commercial real estate interests.
- Experience drafting documents for real estate transactions.
- Familiarity with land acquisitions and easements.
- Experience with communication tower real estate transactions.
Special Instructions
The online state application must contain all required information and fully respond to questions to be considered for this job opportunity. Please be sure that all of your relevant qualifications and considerations are specifically addressed in your submitted application.
Online applications should be submitted via .
Fax e-mail or mail applications will not be accepted. For assistance or computer access please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office or .
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application has been successfully submitted. Applications will continue to be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received but this position may be closed at any time after April 27 2026.Please refer to the Your Application page in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applicants in need of accommodation during the application and/or interview process may contact DGS at for assistance.
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire. DGS will record information from each new employees Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
The selected candidate must also pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check and DMV driving records check.
The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer and a proud Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified employer. Individuals from minoritized groups individuals with disabilities veterans and individuals with AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found atAHP Letteror by calling DARS at .
Note:Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Contact Information
Name: DGS Human Resources
Phone:
Required Experience:
Manager
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