Property & Acquisition Specialist — Telework Eligible

State of Washington; Lakewood (WA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Washington Military Department, Camp Murray, is seeking a Property and Acquisition Specialist 3 to support WAARNG real property activities, recordkeeping, licenses, and related financial documents. This civilian role emphasizes complex property tasks with potential telework options while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities include property searches, REAP reporting, and coordination with federal entities.

Qualifications

• One year as Property and Acquisition Specialist 2, or five years in related real property functions.
• Knowledge of acquisition, management, and disposal of real property.
• Understanding of Federal, State, and local real property regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex duties related to WAARNG real property and records.
• Prepare legal descriptions and documents for property transactions.
• Coordinate with federal entities on property actions and storefront leases.

Skills

Ability to take action

Grow and learn

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Real property knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Property and Acquisition Specialist 3Camp Murray, WA

Under the supervision of the Facility Operations Specialist, within the Construction Facilities and Management Office (CFMO), performs complex duties related to Washington Army National Guard (WAARNG) real property, e.g., maintaining WAARNG accountable property records, federal licenses, systems, and/or financial records.

This is a civilian position and does not require military service affiliation.

About the Washington Military Department

Protecting people is our passion. At the Washington Military Department, we combine our unique talents to create safer communities and ensure our neighbors and loved ones can recover from whatever emergency might arise. Our agency unites civilian employees with members of the Washington National Guard, creating a team that is deeply committed to public service. We go home at night knowing that our day-to-day work supports activities that truly make a difference. Whether that's partnering with our communities to prepare for a disaster, leading an emergency response, hiring top-notch talent, or supporting at-risk kids at our Washington Youth Academy - the Washington Military Department seeks to safeguard our way of life and those that call Washington home.



To learn more about the Washington Military Department, please visit: www.mil.wa.gov

In addition to job fulfillment, the Washington Military Department offers an excellent benefits package which includes exceptional health care coverage, a retirement savings plan and job training opportunities.
Responsible for the real property acquisition and disposal, real property management, and recruiting storefront property management.

• Completes available property searches for obtainable and purchasable land.
• Generates and submits Real Estate Action Plan (REAP) reports.
• Negotiates and coordinates with Federal military entities.
• Prepares legal description and documents.
• Determines, by consultation with WAARNG Recruiting and Retention Command staff, specific qualities of property and property rights need for storefront leases.

REQUIRED

One year experience as a Property and Acquisition Specialist 2;

OR

Five years of experience in activities such as the acquisition, renting/leasing, appraisal, title examination, negotiation, property management, and selling of real property.


DESIRED

Knowledge of:
Acquisition, management, and disposal of real property.

Detailed understanding of Federal, State, and local regulations pertaining to real property acquisition and disposal.

Experience:
Working with State of Washington contract rules/procedures and purchasing processes.

Skills & Abilities to:
Ability to take action to meet the needs of others.
Ability to take action to learn and grow.
Use Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint or similar software) to develop complex documents in support of program objectives.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Compensation:Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion.

Background Investigation:Must successfully complete the appropriate background checks required for employment. Must be willing to sign releases of information and shall not have access to any investigative materials and files. The processing of background checks can take up to six months post-employment. Failure to successfully pass a background check may be cause for termination.

Union Shop Provision:This position is represented by Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE).

Driver's License:

1. Valid to drive in the State of Washington.
2. Must meet requirements of the REAL ID Act. This is required for base access and will be required upon hire.

Military Facility:Willingness to work on a Military Controlled Access Installation.

Camp Murray utilizes the Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) for entry to the installation. Must meet access requirements / background check which can be found in the Camp Murray Access Requirements Policy (Unified Policy No. 18-01). This includes possession of an Enhanced Driver’s License, or other REAL ID Compliant Identification.

Work Hours:A choice between a Tuesday through Friday (4/10 schedule): Monday - Thursday (4/10 schedule): or Monday through Friday (5/8 schedule). Actual hours will start no earlier than 6:00 am and end no later than 6:00 pm, and will include core business hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Telework:This position is eligible for telework.

Emergency Assignment:Upon activation of the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) or Joint Field Office (JFO), incumbent may be required to work in an alternate location with rotating shifts, including weekends and evenings, in a highly stressful and fast-paced environment.

Travel:Regular travel may be required - up to 20% with occasional statewide and overnight stays.

** HOW TO APPLY **

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically via www.careers.wa.gov. It is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application is completed in as much detail as possible.** A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.

The information provided in your application must support your supplemental questionnaire responses. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment. If you have questions about the application process or this recruitment, please email Geri Harding at [e-mail].

This recruitment may be utilized to fill additional Property and Acquisition Specialist 3 vacancies for up to 60 days after recruitment closing date.

Technical Support: Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.

The Washington Military Department is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities and/or limited English proficiency needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruitment Section of State Human Resources at: Email: [e-mail], Call: [phone], or 711.