Realty Specialist

Summary

As a Realty Specialist, you will serve as subject matter expert and adviser in the areas of developing, administering, and executing programs in support of the acquisition and management of land and land rights, construction and its replacements, rehabilitation, and addition (RRAD) programs to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the electrical transmission system. *This is NOT A REMOTE POSITION. The selectee will be required to be physically present at a duty location identified.*

Duties

As a Realty Specialist, you will: Perform acquisition of real property interests. Complete common and routine realty transactions involving most classifications of real property. Perform and complete necessary actions that lead up to final proposals to the various land owners. Actions such as ordering title commitments, land surveys, ensuring environmental reviews address the necessary lands actions, conducting research at a county assessor's office, etc. Perform necessary lands actions to acquire legal access across various land ownerships, such as private, city, county and state, federal and tribal reservation lands. Demonstrate an understanding of real estate property terms, actions, legal references, etc. to inform and advice respective internal and external parties involved in a WAPA lead project. Initiate and complete routine negotiations for acquisition of real estate interests in land and facilities through the use of temporary use permits, leases, fee simple deeds, memoranda of agreement and other instruments as necessary. Review and determine whether proposals for the use of WAPA property are compatible with the purposes for which the properties were acquired. Prepare licenses, leases, grants and permits for secondary uses of WAPA's lands. Establish and implement sound project management practices including task planning, resource matrix, milestones, and delivery dates on a tasks or project basis. Provide recommendations to the Regional Manager, Maintenance Manager, Environmental Manager, WAPA's Lands Manager, and other higher level management officials related to the efficient support and execution of the region's land management policies to support maintenance and construction programs. Participate in proposed facilities route planning and provide expert and technical findings to identify land ownership, social, economic, or political problems that may affect the plan and to provide recommended solutions in a timely manner.

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service. To qualify at the GS-09 grade level: Applicants must have either: Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree; or two (2) full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.B. or J.D., if related, - OR- Specialized Experience: One (1) year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the GS-07 grade level or equivalent pay band. This experience MUST include one (1) of the following: Conduct research to gather relevant information to inform processes and decisions for a larger action or project; Work with individuals and groups to develop realty proposals for approval and action; Present material in a clear and effective manner to professional work groups and others; Assist with multiple projects simultaneously that may require extended periods of time between the start and completion of the project or task. OR a combination of both specialized experience and education that together meet the qualifications of this position. To qualify at the GS-11 grade level: Applicants must have either: Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related. -OR- Specialized Experience: One (1) year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the GS-09 grade level or equivalent pay band. This experience MUST include two (2) of the following: Analyze results of information gathered related to a lands actions to inform the respective lands lead, lands manager, and the project team; Obtain individual and group cooperation to develop realty proposals for approval and action; Present material gathered from diverse sources and disciplines in a clear and effective manner to professional work groups and others; Manage multiple projects simultaneously that may require extended periods of time between the start and completion of the project or task. OR a combination of both specialized experience and education that together meet the qualifications of this position. To qualify at the GS-12 grade level: Applicant must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service. This experience MUST include at least two (2) of the following: Resolve and/or evaluate issues which relate to lands and realty programs; Manage public land activities requiring close coordination between federal agencies, state and local governments, and/or public land user groups; Interpret laws, regulations, and procedures concerning land cases; Interpret National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) laws for land and resource management programs; Communicate with other realty specialists, landowners and attorneys, title companies, local/state governments, and the public. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications.

Education

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website. DO NOT email or mail in any of your application documents. Documents will not be accepted outside of the online application system. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.