Assistant Real Property Agent
**** Recruitment ending Tuesday 9/10/24! ****
The Contra Costa County Public Works Department (CCCPWD) is responsible for the maintenance and operation of over 650 miles of roads, 79 miles of streams and channels, and over 150 County buildings. CCCPWD services include parks and recreation, sandbag distribution, flood control, road and facilities maintenance, and storm water management.
CCCPWD operates two airports, Buchanan Field Airport in Concord, and Byron Airport in Byron. CCCPWD strives for continuous improvement to deliver cost-effective, safe reliable, and sustainable projects, programs, and quality services.
The Real Estate Division is part of the Public Works Department and plays a key role in handling Right of Way services for the acquisition of real property to support public improvement projects. In addition, the Division manages the leasing of County-owned and leased properties, ensuring that these resources are used effectively to deliver critical services to the community.
We are excited to offer multiple Assistant Real Property Agent opportunities to join our team of passionate professionals at the Real Estate Division!
Our Division is comprised of a dedicated group of skilled, creative, and conscientious professionals who are deeply committed to serving both the County and its residents. We take great pride in delivering high-quality projects that benefit the public, and every team member contributes their expertise and passion to the success of each endeavor.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Has strong attention to detail
- Demonstrates professional integrity and ethical conduct
- Is proficient with technology
- Is willing to learn new processes and procedures
What you will typically be responsible for:
- Engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders including the general public, internal staff, elected officials, property owners, vendors, tenants, and landlords to ensure effective communication
- Coordinating real estate projects, including reviewing design or tenant improvement plans and GIS maps
- Assisting in the preparation of appraisals, market analysis, and cost estimates under direction
- Collaborating with engineers, architects, attorneys, property owners, title companies, and other stakeholders as required for real estate activities
- Assisting in the preparation of contracts, deeds, license and lease agreements, and other documents for legal review
- Conducting research, analysis, and decision-making related to property value, site locations, buildings, space planning, title clearance, acquisition or disposition of property rights
- Preparing comprehensive written reports, spreadsheets, project schedules, and correspondence to support real estate activities
A few reasons you might love this job:
- You'll experience a diverse range of real property-related tasks, including those associated with road, flood control, commercial real estate, and capital improvement projects
- The services provided by our Real Estate team directly contribute to enhancing the County's infrastructure and programs, enriching the community's quality of life
- You'll enjoy working in a positive environment surrounded by supportive colleagues who are dedicated to excellence and collaboration
- This position offers opportunities for career advancement, allowing you to grow and progress professionally within the organization
A few challenges you might face in this job:
- Balancing competing priorities and effectively managing time to meet project schedules, requires strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Navigating interactions with challenging individuals, necessitating effective communication and conflict resolution strategies
- Managing client expectations and ensuring satisfaction with project outcomes through clear communication and proactive problem-solving
- Overcoming the obstacle of outdated record-keeping methods, requires adaptability
Minimum Qualifications
License Required: Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Out of state valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License will be accepted during the application process
Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Business, Public Administration, or closely related field
Substitution for Education: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis, up to a maximum of two years
Experience: One (1) year of full-time or its equivalent experience appraising and negotiating the acquisition of real property and/or negotiating the leasing and management of properties for commercial, revenue, or public use
Desirable Qualifications:
- Real Estate license or certification, IRWA or BOMA designation
- Previous working experience at another local public agency
- Real Estate experience working with property appraisals, title companies, construction companies, property management and/or leasing
- Proficient in reading maps and/or construction plans
- Computer software certifications (Microsoft, Adobe, etc)
The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effective for six (6) months.
To apply, visit out website and submit an application directly: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta/jobs/4618647/assistant-real-property-agent