Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleReal Estate Specialist 1 / Trainee 1 and 2
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $46529 to $77912 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Reassignment - Currently in the title and an employee of DEC
or
Reinstatement Eligible - Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis or held a title as indicated under the transfer eligible section on a permanent competitive basis.
or
Transfer Eligible
Eligible for transfer under Section 70.4: Must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below;
or one year of permanent competitive service in a title deemed eligible for transfer under Section 70.1
55-b/55-c Candidates must meet the open competitive minimum qualifications below and include with their resume or application, a copy of the letter from Civil Service which indicates approval for the 55-b/55-c program.
Open competitive minimum qualifications (provided for 55b/c candidates and 70.4 transfer eligible candidates only): A Bachelor's Degree
Duties Description Under supervision of a Real Estate Specialist 2 (Regional Real Property Supervisor), this position will be involved in the following activities: Assist in the process of hiring consultant appraisers and surveyors; prepare regional reviews of consultant appraisals and surveys; collect, review and reconcile real estate market data; assist in making regional application for proposed land acquisition projects; perform real estate title research in matters related to land acquisition or defense of real property claims; work with the Office of Attorney General and/or the Office of the State Comptroller on matters related to land acquisition; respond to inquiries from the public and work with landowners impacted by acquisition and settlement; assist and perform real property inspections and reports on matters relating to land acquisition projects, Article 49 conservation easement acquisitions and compliance inspections; negotiate with sellers or their representatives on matters of proposed land acquisition(s); coordinate, assist in the maintenance of regional land records; prepare mapping and coordinate data digitization and analysis using the Department’s Geographic Information System and/or other databases; assist in the disposal of surplus property; attend real estate appraisal classes which may require extended overnight travel. Assist real property staff with fieldwork as needed. May be required to carry equipment while preforming fieldwork.
Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain Must be able to work in remote areas. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Travel may be required. Overtime may be required. Overnight travel may be required. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 30 pounds. Telecommuting may be available, will be discussed at interview.
Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview.
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