Hybrid Manager, Real Property presso City of Tacoma, WA
City of Tacoma, WA · Tacoma, Stati Uniti d'America · Hybrid
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About the Department
The City of Tacoma, Public Works Department, is seeking a self-motivated individual with strong interpersonal and managerial skills to join our team as Manager, Real Property. This is an Appointive position and is located at the City's Tacoma Public Utilities building. This position will manage two workgroups that provide services to the Utility Divisions of Power, Water and Rail. We are looking for a self-motivated and results-oriented leader who is interested in diverse and challenging utility real property and right of way projects to join our dynamic Real Property Services team.
This is the second level supervisory authority in the real estate classification series. Positions in this classification supervise two workgroups and serve as a manager and technical expert for their section. The responsibilities of this senior level classification include providing professional, high-level services in property management, acquisition, disposition, research, right-of-way, utility corridors and complex permit oversight for large capital projects, complex leasing and appraisal. Incumbents are responsible for the coordination, supervision and oversight of work teams, complex acquisition/development projects, developing strategies and budget preparation. You will be responsible for the 7-member Real Property Services – Tacoma Public Utilities team, which is comprised of both represented and non-represented staff.
If the below list of personal traits sounds like you, then you are just the type of person we are searching for to join our team!
Outgoing, positive personality who enjoys leading project teams on complex, high visibility projects.
Excellent interpersonal communication and collaboration skills.
Attention to detail and processes.
Strong personal motivation and drive – an ambitious and committed self-starter.
Strong management skills.
Essential Duties:
Manage, oversee, and train the Tacoma Public Utilities, Real Property Services work unit, to include supervising, developing, and evaluating the performance of assigned staff; interview and select personnel; recommend discipline as appropriate; oversight of administrative staff. Prepare and maintain various personnel and work-related records and reports
Act as advisor to Management on real property related matters; Share information and expertise; Prepare or participate in studies associated with City/TPU projects requiring real estate expertise; Provide real estate cost estimates to Engineers and Project Managers; and maintain effective, positive, and constructive, working relationships within the Department and other City/TPU Departments.
Manage project and staff performance related to real property acquisition, disposition, property management, document management, and research. Coordinate and oversee real property transactions, to include drafting various transaction documents: purchase & sale agreements, deeds, leases, easements, permits, and various use agreements. Order and review title reports, fee appraisals and environmental studies; and oversee in-house title work, research, and valuations. Represent the City/TPU in negotiations to buy, sell, lease, permit, and license real property.
Prepare requests for legislative action; make presentations at public hearings, to City Council, Public Utility Board, and various committees, study groups, neighborhood councils, and community forums.
Manage inventory and mapping of real properties and rights of way; Respond to questions about City/TPU-owned real property and street and utility rights of way; Manage property trespass and encroachments.
Oversee the maintenance of a variety of real property records including transaction documents, project files, maps, and both a physical and electronic database of real estate inventory.
Recommend and assist in the development, renewal, and improvement of real estate guidelines, policies and procedures to assure departmental efficiencies, as well as compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
Position Duties
Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in business administration, real estate/real property, finance or directly related field.
Minimum Experience*
5 years of professional real estate/real property, appraisal or title work experience, and/or right-of-way acquisition experience, including 1 year prior at senior, lead and/or supervisory level
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
Washington State Driver's License
*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education
Minimum Qualifications
Team Leadership
Actively take steps to build a cohesive and results-oriented team using facilitation and team leadership techniques to create a cooperative and productive environment in which to resolve problems or develop and implement plans.
Results Orientation & Initiative
Effectively direct and integrate all aspects of a project, ensuring that work progresses toward achieving goals and objectives on schedule.
Workload Management
Effectively organize multiple assignments, sometimes of a complex nature or involving competing priorities and analyzing situations to develop a course of action to produce work products that are accurate, thorough and on time.
Communications Effectiveness
Effective communication both verbal and in writing including the compilation of reports, presentations and records; and interacting respectfully and sensitively with individuals and groups to develop and maintain productive relationships and achieve results.
Decision Making
Act decisively and make timely decisions while seeking information from others and encouraging diverse opinions in order to improve the quality of decision making.
Other Qualifications
City of Tacoma’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.
The City of Tacoma believes that diversity of thought, background, and experience contributes to our success and innovation. If you’re passionate about this role and our mission, we encourage you to apply. If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.
The CommunityTacoma is centrally located just 32 miles south of the city of Seattle and 31 miles north of the state capital, Olympia. The City of Tacoma is also home to the Port of Tacoma, which is among the largest container ports in the United States. Like most cities in the northwest, Tacoma is surrounded by beautiful nature, offering residents many opportunities for outdoor adventures.
Largely suburban in nature with a small, but dense, urban core, Tacoma is home to numerous institutes of higher learning that attract students from across the country. The University of Washington Tacoma, Pacific Lutheran University, University of Puget Sound, a satellite campus of the Evergreen State College, three community/technical colleges, and several trade and business schools are within Tacoma's geographic area. Downtown's Cultural District is the site of the Washington State History Museum, Museum of Glass, the Tacoma Art Museum, and America's Car Museum.
With its affordable housing and distinctive neighborhoods and business districts, the city has been recognized numerous times as a best city to live in the nation. To see a few of the great things Tacoma has to offer, view this YouTube Video!
View this exciting video to learn more about the City of Tacoma: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2n5MWl8KFvI
Apply
Interested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their responses to the supplemental questions evaluated by a panel of subject matter experts. These questions will be scored on the basis of the information provided; therefore, it is the responsibility of the applicant to carefully list all pertinent experience and training. The evaluation committee will not have access to the candidate's application. Providing false information will result in disqualification. Candidates must pass this evaluation in order to be placed on the eligible list for interview and hiring consideration.
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For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement.
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Compensation & Benefits
Pay Details:
Hourly Rate: $57.00 - $80.25
Annual Salary: $118,560.00- $166,920.00
Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma
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