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Real Estate Specialist Level Guide
PLEASE NOTE
This position works primarily onsite. Return to District facilities for any employees working remotely due to COVID is planned for July 2021.
Applicants are required to submit a combined cover letter and resume in one document. In two pages or less, your cover letter must address the following:
- Briefly summarize your experience evaluating easements
- Briefly summarize your experience creating real estate related documents and legal descriptions
- Briefly summarize your experience evaluating appraisals
For any areas in which you do not have experience, include the section in your cover letter as “N/A.”
To expedite the process, combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF or WORD document and upload electronically when requested in the online application process. Incomplete materials will not be considered. The position is Open until Filled and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review date is scheduled for June 11, 2021.
SALARY RANGE
Chelan PUD employees enjoy outstanding benefits which include the option of a zero cost medical plan (medical, dental and vision for all eligible dependents), short and long-term disability, Washington State Public Employee's Retirement System, Deferred Compensation (with company matching funds up to 5%), 11 holidays and initial personal leave accrual at 21 days per year.
Compensation is dependent upon experience. Level I $58,565 - $68,900 , Level II $69,440 - $86,800 , Level III $76,560 - $95,700
Introductory Period: New employees holding regular positions must complete an introductory period of twelve months.
JOB POSTING
Are you looking for a challenging career in the public real estate sector providing excellent customer service? Are you an individual who enjoys the process of working through often complex problems? And do you derive satisfaction from contributing to a team of professionals in the resolution of issues?
If so, we would like you to join our team at Chelan County Public Utility District. As one of the largest hydroelectric projects in the U.S., our mission is to improve the quality of life for the thousands of people who call our pristine mountain community home. You will live, work, and play in one of the country’s most beautiful regions, recognized nationally by publications like Forbes Magazine as a premier destination for families, retirees, and everyone in-between. With four distinct seasons, we are the best of the Pacific Northwest, without the rain!
We are looking for a real estate professional who is an excellent communicator and who has the ability to work both collaboratively and independently. This position requires the ability to multitask and juggle, think on your feet, and meet high demands. If you are a critical thinker who enjoys the challenge of a diverse and demanding work environment, you could be an important part of an integral internal team that provides real estate services to the Chelan PUD.
What you will do:
• Conduct title and property rights research in order to prepare easements, basic land use permits, etc. Coordinate easement acquisitions with internal stakeholders and property owners.
• Prepare complex documents such as purchase and sale agreements, land use permits, easements, other agreements for review and input by internal stakeholders.
• Perform real property title searches to confirm property ownership and negotiate with property owners to acquire necessary property rights for Chelan PUD’s use.
• Review and comment on various real estate related reports and requests from both internal stakeholders, municipal partners and the public.
• Use GIS as a tool for both research and the creation of exhibit maps.
• Conduct car, boat and occasional helicopter surveys to ensure encroachments on PUD properties are identified and work with property owners on encroachment resolution.
Abilities you will bring:
• Communicate information persuasively, thoroughly, and accurately
• Provide professional, friendly and courteous real estate services
• Analytical thinker; able to identify both existing and needed property rights
• Social fluency: Building one-on-one relationships to contribute to team environment
• Growth mindset: Geared for learning and continuous improvement
• Independent self-starter and problem solver
• A natural collaborator and valued team member; ability to anticipate needs and develop creative solutions
This position will be filled at level I, II or III based on applicant's knowledge, skills and abilities. For additional information, see LEVEL GUIDE attached above.
QUALIFICATIONS: The qualifications listed below are representative of those required, but reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Post-Secondary Education:
Requires Associate's degree (A. A.) or a minimum of two (2) years college level or equivalent real estate related courses such as Real Estate Law, Land Titles, Easement Valuation, Standards of Practice for the Right of Way Professional, or Real Estate Appraisal or the equivalent combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess, or obtain within 90 days of employment, a Washington State Certified Notary Public certification. Desire membership in the International Right of Way Association (IRWA).
Experience:
Two (2) years of real estate-related experience, such as land and real estate property rights, land titles, legal descriptions/documents or real estate appraisal including experience in public/customer relations.
See attached LEVEL GUIDE for Knowledge Skills and Abilities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; perform repetitive hand or arm motion and talk, hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds above shoulder height unassisted. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions and vibrations. The noise level is usually moderate. Job also requires the incumbent to ride in boats and occasionally helicopters for encroachment management.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
A valid driver's license is required for this position (verified upon hire). A valid Washington State driver's license is required within 30 days of employment.
DISCLAIMER
The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
EEO
Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled). We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.
EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers page in English and Spanish.
Chelan PUD will not be offering any work visa sponsorship for this role.
Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)