Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyState Police, Division of

TitleReal Estate Specialist 2

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address 1220 Washington Avenue

Building 22

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12226

Job Specifics

Duties Description The Real Estate Specialist 2 will perform a full range of professional real estate acquisition and property management activities. The Real Estate Specialist 2 will collect, acquire, review and reconcile assessment and real property data, prepare and review appraisals of real estate and real property interests, perform ownership and real estate title research, assist in the disposition of State-owned real estate and negotiate with private owners concerning the State’s acquisition of real estate and real property interests.

The person selected for this position will function as the agency's expert and will provide a leadership role in lease negotiations and agency relocations, project management, acquisition, disposition, negotiation, land management, relocation assistance and conveyance of easements; and will also be responsible for the agency’s statewide real estate program.

The Real Estate Specialist 2 will prepare written communications to include the preparation of narrative and tabular reports, letters, forms, policies, work plans and procedures of varying complexity and length and require a strong understanding of agency policies and procedures.

DUTIES:

Supervises professional staff including Real Estate Specialists 1 and conducts performance evaluations as required.

Coordinates property acquisition statewide, including preparing cost estimates.

Presents negotiated offers to property owners, or their legal representatives, during the purchase process.

Directs negotiations with property owners and landlords regarding services for lease terms and conditions as well as sale stipulations.

Carries out politically sensitive negotiations.

Coordinates activities with other sections and/or agencies on major projects.

Supervises the recording and maintenance of existing real estate records, such as conveyance of interest or easements.

Supervises and assists in the research of public land records for title background, easement encumbrances, liens, deed restrictions or covenants, special assessments, taxes and determines effect of local zoning or community master plan on potential use of State parcels.

Conducts physical inspection of property.

Conducts assessments of facilities and property under agency jurisdiction to evaluate maintenance needs and coordinates with vendors to procure services and arrange maintenance contracts.

Drafts scope of service and reviews consultant prepared appraisals.

Coordinates and oversees consultant contracts including tenant broker agreements.

Prepares valuation reports that may have statewide agency real estate acquisition and disposition implications.

Supervises and participates in lease transaction negotiations with private building owners including the preparation of final lease documents including issuance of Request for Proposals (RFP).

Coordinates, reviews and approves all Vendor Responsibility (VR) documents submitted by landlords in support of proposed transactions.

Interacts with all key parties in a lease transactions including legal staff, planners and construction supervisors through agency occupancy.

Serves as the agency subject matter expert, advises on all facets of real estate matters and responds to inquiries from internal personnel and outside entities.

Supervises and participates in all daily duties required for management of Division’s statewide real estate portfolio.

Supervise the maintenance of all agency real estate portfolio related databases, paper/electronic records and lease abstracts.

Serve as point of contact for Division Executives and Finance staff regarding all real estate matters.

Perform all duties required of the Real Estate Specialist 1 position as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications Four (4) years of experience in real estate work, including one (1) year performing at least two (2) of the following: inspection and valuation of real property, legal research related to the sale of real property, title search, survey work in a responsible position determining property lines and appraisal negotiations or related work with a public acquisition agency.

OR

One (1) year of permanent competitive service as a Real Estate Specialist 1 or similar equivalent class.

Minimum qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.

Additional Comments Resumes will be evaluated to determine whether candidates will proceed to the interview phase of the process.

The New York State Police will not offer permanent employment to any candidate unless the candidate provides documentation that they are authorized to accept work in the United States on a permanent basis. It is the policy of the New York State Police not to hire F1 or H1 visa holders for permanent employment or to sponsor non-immigrant aliens for temporary work authorization visas or for permanent residence.

The New York State Police values a diverse and inclusive workforce where the unique skills of all employees are valued in support of the mission of the Division. Qualified candidates are considered for employment without the regard to age, race, color, religion, gender identity and expression, disability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. The New York State Police is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that accept all applications from a wide range of candidates.

The New York State Police complies with federal and state laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and/or sincerely held religious belief. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Division Personnel Office at (518) 457-3840 or personnel@troopers.ny.gov.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Mr. Christopher Siciliano, Director of Human Resources

Telephone 518-457-3840

Fax

Email Address Personnelresumes@troopers.ny.gov

Address

Street 1220 Washington Avenue

Building 22

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

 

Notes on ApplyingKindly submit a cover letter and complete resume via Email to personnelresumes@troopers.ny.gov

Place in the Subject line: Real Estate Spec 2

Applicants must clearly demonstrate satisfaction of the minimum qualifications as described in the job posting by including this information in their resume; credit will not be given for experience or education that is not listed directly on the resume (e.g. in a cover letter or other supporting application materials). All statements are subject to verification, including transcript review.