STATE LAND AGENT 4

State of Nevada; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays

Retirement

Deferred Compensation

No Nevada state income tax

Job summary

The State Land Office within the Nevada Division of State Lands, part of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, is seeking a Supervisory Land Agent in Carson City. The position leads the land management, acquisition and disposal functions and supervises State Land Agents.

You will develop policies, oversee budgets, and coordinate with agencies and private sector, while guiding complex negotiations and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, real estate, environmental or natural science or related field.
• Four years of professional experience in public lands management; real estate; escrow and title; property leasing, management or development; easements; property appraisal; or closely related field.
• OR graduation from high school or equivalent and six years of professional experience as described above.
• OR two years of experience as a State Land Agent III in Nevada State service.
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Responsibilities

• Acquire land and interests in lands through negotiations with property owners or government entities or through condemnation.
• Calculate fair market value to determine value as the basis of negotiations or contract for and review independent appraisals when required by law.
• Negotiate agreements for best price and best use of property and prepare escrow closing documents.
• Manage unassigned State land and oversee disposal functions to ensure highest and best use.
• Oversee contracts for appraisal, title, escrow, survey, restoration and engineering services.
• Inspect plans and ensure project compliance with specifications; coordinate with affected agencies.

Skills

Public relations

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, real estate, environmental or natural science

Job description

• No Nevada state income tax.

Job Summary

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (NDCNR), protects, manages, and enhances the State's resources to provide the highest quality of life for Nevada's citizens and visitors. The NDCNR with over 900 employees consists of the Director's Office and the following divisions and programs: Environmental Protection, Forestry, State Lands, State Parks, Water Resources, Outdoor Recreation, Natural Heritage, State Historic Preservation Office, Off-Highway Vehicles, Sagebrush Ecosystem, and the Conservation Districts Program. The Department also provides support staff to the Nevada Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and has responsibility for numerous Boards, Commissions, and Councils. The Department has locations and/or provides program services in every community of the State.

The Nevada Division of State Lands is recruiting for a State Land Agent 4, Supervisory Land Agent and is located in the Carson City office. Under general direction, the Supervisory Land Agent manages the State Land Office section of the Division of State Lands. The position develops policies, strategic plans and priorities for the State Land Office; plans, organizes and directs property management, acquisition and disposal functions; supervises State Land Agents to include performance evaluations, work performance standards, scheduling, work assignment and review, training, and discipline; assigns and reviews projects to ensure work is performed according to standards and regulations; assists with the preparation of the biennial budget; prepares required reports for the Legislature, local governments, Board of Examiners, and others; evaluates State Land needs; and provides expertise and guidance on complex and sensitive issues. This is the supervisory level in the series. The position requires excellent public relations and communication skills due to the nature of working with a broad network of public and private entities. The position makes frequent contact with administrators and management in other departments, government agencies, and the private sector and so must be effective in building strong working relationships and be an effective collaborator. As the position deals with the most sensitive and complicated real estate transactions, the incumbent must be solution-oriented and able to lead complex negotiations. As a supervisor, the incumbent must be able to motivate others and encourage effective action.

State Land Agents conduct a broad range of real estate transactions related to State lands. Transactions include the development and execution of authorizations to use State land, such as construction authorizations, leases, licenses, easements, and permits.

State Land Agents also acquire and dispose of land and land interests, including water, mineral and development rights, within statutory authority and in accordance with established real estate principles, practices and ethical standards.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, real estate, environmental or natural science or related field and four years of professional experience in public lands management; real estate; escrow and title; property leasing, management or development; easements; property appraisal; or closely related field; OR graduation from high school or equivalent and six years of professional experience as described above; OR two years of experience as a State Land Agent III in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Job Duties

Acquire land and interests in lands through negotiations with property owners or government entities or through condemnation; calculate fair market value to determine value as the basis of negotiations or contract for and review independent appraisals when required by law; negotiate agreements for best price and best use of property; prepare escrow closing documents and other legal documents; arrange for the transfer of funds as needed to close transactions; and ensure the recordation of executed legal documents.

Manage unassigned State land, sovereign land and land granted to the State by the federal government for the benefit of the permanent school trust fund; ensure properties are put to their highest and best use; inspect activities on parcels; ensure adequate compensation for the use of State land; determine and verify the boundaries of State ownership including the high water mark along navigable bodies of water; and report any unauthorized encroachments to management and the Attorney General’s office.

Solicit bids and proposals for contracts; negotiate and develop contract agreements for appraisal, title, escrow, survey, restoration and engineering services; oversee contract implementation, plans and specifications; facilitate resolution of disputes and discrepancies and provide clarification of statutory requirements; inspect work prior to final payment.

Review proposals and construction plans for roads, structures, utility lines and other projects on State land; coordinate with affected agencies; interpret project proposals and plan specifications for each phase of proposed construction; meet with contractors, architects and engineers and perform field inspections to ensure project compliance with approved design and specifications.

Review applications for permits and authorizations including specifications and time frames, ensuring legal, environmental and other issues are addressed prior to approval of plans; complete legal documents, memoranda, inspection and project reports; ensure documents are processed appropriately and adequate records are kept of all applications and transactions including entries in the appropriate State land databases.

Conduct research in a variety of areas including title research and gathering and compiling information into reports; respond to questions from property owners, attorneys and others in the field and by letter; make oral presentations to legislative committees, agencies, groups and individual property owners and/or their agents.

Draft legislation relating to State land; review proposed legislation to determine the potential impact on State lands; and draft and review regulations as required.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Under general direction, incumbents manage the State Land Office section of the Division of State Lands; develop policies, strategic plans and priorities for the State Land Office; plan, organize and direct property management, acquisition and disposal functions; supervise subordinate State Land Agents to include performance evaluations, work performance standards, scheduling, work assignment and review, training, and discipline; assign and review projects to ensure work is performed according to standards and regulations; assist with the preparation of the biennial budget; prepare required reports for the Legislature, local governments, Board of Examiners, and others; evaluate State Land needs; and provide expertise and guidance on complex and sensitive issues. This is the supervisory level in the series.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.

Working knowledge of: effective asset management and program and land management practices.

General knowledge of: budget development; legislative processes; leadership and supervisory methods.

Ability to: develop effective policies and procedures; develop draft legislation and regulations; delegate assignments and organize staff assignments effectively; promote professional development of staff; work effectively with administrators and management in other departments, government agencies and the private sector in collaborative efforts.

Benefits Include

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP).
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
• No Nevada state income tax.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.

Additional benefits

May apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).

State Holidays

• State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The Following Are Legal Holidays

• January 1.............................................. New Year's Day
• Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday
• Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday
• Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
• June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
• July 4.................................................... Independence Day
• First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
• Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
• November 11........................................ Veterans' Day
• Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
• Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
• December 25........................................ Christmas Day
• When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

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• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, real estate, environmental or natural science or related field and four years of professional experience in public lands management; real estate; escrow and title; property leasing management or development; easements; property appraisal; or closely related field.
• Graduation from high school or equivalent and six years of professional experience as described above.
• Two years of experience as a State Land Agent 3 in Nevada State service.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
• None of the above.

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• Yes
• No

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• Yes
• No
• Required Question