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Real Property Agent

Central Contra Costa Sanitary District

Posted on: 24 Mar 2024

Job Location: Martinez, US

Job Description:

Salary : $123,392.36 - $149,372.60 Annually

Location : Martinez, CA

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 2023-019

Department: Engineering and Technical Services Department

Opening Date: 10/30/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

THE POSITION

Central San is seeking a Real Property Agent to perform technical and administrative work for its sewage collection systems, pumping stations, plant facilities, recycled water facilities, and ancillary properties; secure property deeds, easements and access rights for public use; coordinate assigned activities with those of other Central San departments; and provide guidance and training to other technical staff on assigned projects.

Typical responsibilities may include:
Performs difficult right-of-way and other real property-related work for Central San's sewage collection system, pumping stations, treatment plant, recycled water and ancillary facilities.
Researches property records to determine ownership, restrictions, zoning, and extent of existing sewer-related property rights such as easements, appurtenances, licenses, and reserves; orders and reviews appraisals, title reports and legal descriptions and exhibits.
Gathers and analyzes data, prepares documents relating to easements, rights-of-way, licenses, permits, leases, and other property rights.
Prepares various forms of deeds, most commonly quitclaims and easements.
Negotiates the acquisition of property rights such as easements, licenses, and rights-of-entry.
Coordinates with Central San staff & counsel, consultants, applicants and property owners.
Responds to difficult and sensitive public inquiries and complaints and assists with resolutions and alternative recommendations.

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is someone who:
Is experienced in right-of-way for a public agency;
Is certified as a Senior Right-of-Way Agent by the International Right-of-Way Association;
Is confident reading and interpreting record documents such as Grants of Easements, Assessor Parcel Maps, survey plats and legals, Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&R), and subdivision maps;
Possesses excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with a strong attention to detail;
Is able to read and interpret engineering and construction plans and drawings as they relate to land rights;
Handles multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing their work effectively in a dynamic environment, meeting multiple and possibly conflicting deadlines;
Possesses a positive, can-do attitude, and a strong work ethic;
Is able to interpret and provide information regarding standards, procedures and conformance with District codes, Streets & Highway Code and Health & Safety Code as it relates to right-of-way for a public agency.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Possession of an Associate's degree in real estate appraisal, engineering or a closely related field.

Experience:

Six (6) years of full-time professional-level experience performing right of way and property rights related duties. Previous experience performing real property functions in a California governmental or public agency is highly desirable.

Substitution:

Two years of additional qualifying experience as noted above may be substituted for the Associate's degree.

Licenses and Certifications:

- Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

- Possession of International Right-of-Way Association (IRWA) certification as a Senior Right-of-Way Agent is desirable.

Other Requirements:Central San requires that all employees be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Exemptions may be granted on a case by case basis. For more information, contact Human Resources.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applicants interested in applying for this position must submit a completed application and supplemental questionnaire available online at www.centralsan.org. A resume may be attached but is not a substitute for a completed application and supplemental questionnaire.

The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the examination process. Human Resources shall determine the examination steps to be used for this recruitment. The steps may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, practical examination, application screening, and/or oral board examination. One or more of these steps may be used and in any order. At the end of the testing process, candidates passing all of the examination steps will have their names placed on an eligibility list. The list is valid for six months and may be extended up to an additional six months at the request of the hiring department.

Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the examination process. All applicants will be notified via email of the results of the review process.

Successful candidates not currently employed in regular status by Central San must pass a pre-employment physical to be considered for appointment.

The Central Contra Costa Sanitary District offers a generous benefit package to employees. Detailed information can be found on the of the District's website. This classification is represented by Public Employees Union, Local#1. The benefits include:

Insurance:
General employees enjoy fully paid dental, vision, and life insurances. Employees have a choice of medical plans which includes chiropractic. Kaiser and HealthNet SmartCare are fully paid by the District. Employees entitled to dual health coverage may receive an additional $400 per month with the entire amount contributed to deferred compensation in lieu of a second coverage.

Retirement:
District employees are members of the Contra Costa County Employees' Retirement Association (CCCERA) with reciprocity to CalPERS.

A retirement benefit is based upon a formula which includes the employee's age, salary, and years of service. The formula for new employees is 2%@ 62 unless reciprocity is established with an eligible retirement system. The formula for new employees with reciprocity is 2%@ 55.

For additional information, contact Human Resources at 925-###-#### or a retirement counselor at CCCERA at 925-###-#### located at 1200 Concord Avenue, Suite 300, Concord, CA 94520.

Leaves:
The District offers liberal vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 13 paid holidays plus one birthday holiday per year.

Deferred Compensation:
The District does not participate in the Social Security System except for a mandatory Medicare contribution. Instead, the District contributes to a 401 (a) Money Purchase plan an amount equivalent to the employer portion of contributions to the Social Security (currently 6.2%) in addition to salary. The District also offers employees an optional Deferred Compensation 457 plan with a choice of savings and investment options.

Cafeteria Plan:
General employees are allowed $100 each month toward the selection of additional benefits.

Other Benefits:
Other benefits enjoyed by District employees include overtime, an employee assistance program, a tuition reimbursement plan, longevity compensation, a registration differential, a sick leave incentive program, retiree benefits, credit union privileges through the 1st Northern California Credit Union, and a comprehensive wellness program including an on-site gym facility.

01

The purpose of this supplemental questionnaire is to provide applicants the opportunity to elaborate on their qualifications for this position. The Application Screening Committee will use it to evaluate your relevant training and experience. Do not answer any of the questions by indicating "see resume." A resume may be attached but it will not be a substitute for the information requested on this questionnaire. Applications submitted with an incomplete or inaccurate supplemental questionnaire will be disqualified. NOTE: The information provided on the supplemental questionnaire must be verifiable on the "Work Experience" section of your employment application.

I have read and understand the above directions.

02

How many years of full-time professional-level expeirence do you have in right-of-way?

Less than 6 years
6 years
7 years
8 years or more

03

Check the highest level of education you have completed. (Note: Attach a scan of your diploma to your application. Verification will be required to continue in the testing process.)

Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters degree or higher
None of the above

04

Please indicate your major from question #3. If not applicable, please state "n/a".

05

List any other current certifications or licenses you hold that are related to this position, such as Senior Member of International Right-of-Way Association (SR/WA). (Note: Attach a scan of your certification to your application. Verification will be required to continue in the testing process.)

06

Describe your experience interpreting engineering plans, such as utility installations, as they relate to land rights. If none, state "no experience".

07

Describe your experience reading, preparing, and interpreting easements, reservations, or licenses for utilities. If none, state "no experience".

08

Describe your experience coordinating right-of-way transactions between public and private utility owners or governmental agencies. If none, state "no experience".

09

Describe your experience interpreting legal descriptions and title reports. If none, state "no experience".

10

Describe your experience working with the public (e.g., customers, contractors, or residents). If none, state "no experience".

11

Standard work hours for a Real Property Agent are Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, with typical start times of 7am to 8:30am and end times of 3:30pm to 5:30pm. Neither teleworking nor flexible hours are included in an offer of employment. Can you meet these work hour requirements?

12

Do you possess a valid Driver's License? A valid out-of-state driver's license will be accepted during the application process. Must possess a valid California Driver's License within 90 days of appointment.

Required Question

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