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State of Washington · 4 days ago

Real Estate Manager (WMS2)

Walla Walla, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$28/hr - $31/hr

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. They are seeking a Real Estate Manager to oversee the Eastern Region Real Estate Services office, managing right-of-way acquisitions and property management for highway construction projects. The role involves leading a diverse staff, collaborating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with real estate laws and regulations.

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Responsibilities

Empower and support a large and diverse staff with a thorough knowledge of WSDOT personnel management policies and procedures, to include employee development and recognition, performance plans and corrective action plans

Be knowledgeable of and practice Agency and Regional core values, as well as of corrective action process under the direction of the Appointing Authority

Communicate and collaborate with a variety of individuals both internal and external to the agency on matters of real estate law, property acquisition, and management

Form partnerships with management, project offices, and support groups to develop short and long range strategies to deliver the ER RES program; includes certification of right-of-way acquired for WSDOT projects as well as encampments

Meet with and counsel with ER’s executive management to ensure successful project delivery

Determine and provide appropriate staff levels and training to ensure productivity in all sub-units within ER RES and set standards and productivity expectations; coordinate and direct long-term planning efforts with RES Unit Supervisors

Qualification

Real Estate ManagementRight-of-Way Program ManagementFederalState RequirementsRegulatory ComplianceComplex Program ManagementConsultant Contract OversightStrategic PlanningService-OrientedLeadershipNegotiation SkillsProblem-SolvingGrowth Mindset

Required

Demonstrated experience supporting or managing real estate, right-of-way, property acquisition, appraisal, relocation or property management programs, preferably within a public-sector or transportation environment

Experience leading or supporting real estate functions for capital environment, transportation, or infrastructure programs involving multiple stakeholders and regulatory requirements

Advanced working knowledge of federal and state real estate requirements, including the Uniform Act, CFR, RCW, WAC, and FHWA real estate program standards, and demonstrated ability to apply these requirements in complex or non-routine situations

Demonstrated ability to interpret, apply, and ensure compliance with applicable federal and state real estate laws, regulations, and policies including: Uniform Relocation Assistance, and Real Property Acquisition Polices Act (Uniform Act). Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Revised Code of Washington (RCW) Washington Administrative Code (WAC) FHWA real estate program standards. WSDOT right-of-way acquisition and property management policies

Advanced understanding of right-of-way certification, appraisal review, acquisition processes, relocation requirements, property valuation, title research, and property management

Demonstrated ability to manage large, complex programs and budgets, including prioritizing work, allocating resources, and ensuring cost-effective and compliant delivery of program outcomes

Experience overseeing consultant contracts, including scoping work, monitoring performance, ensuring quality assurance/quality control, and verifying regulatory compliance

Ability to make timely, defensible decisions involving significant financial, legal, and programmatic risk, balancing cost, schedule, compliance, and stakeholder considerations

Demonstrated ability to support or lead strategic planning efforts, including setting priorities, establishing performance expectations, and aligning resources to organizational and program goals

Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth

Takes action to meet the needs of others

The ability to obtain and hold a notary within six (6) months from hire date

Preferred

Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, mentor, and develop a diverse workforce, foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment, and support employee performance and accountability

Demonstrated skill in negotiation, conflict resolution, and problem-solving, including working with property owners, legal counsel, and regulatory partners

Benefits

Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.

Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year!

Tuition Assistance – Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.

Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more.

Insurance Benefits – Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement And Deferred Compensation – State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness – If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays – Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Sick Leave – Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.

Vacation (Annual Leave) – Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).

Military Leave – Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave – Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave.