Property and Acquisition Specialist

Property and Acquisition Specialist 3 (PAS3)
Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Salary: $4,865.00 – $6,539.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 5/1/25. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain professional working relationships.
• Manage Rivers Districts’ aquatic lease agreements throughout Central Washington.
• Initial review and analysis of use authorizations. Evaluation of the proposed use for feasibility, in the best interest of the State, and consistent with Washington State laws, regulations, and policies. 
• Evaluate land ownership and existing encumbrances.
• Clear and effective communication with internal and external partners, governmental agencies, Tribes, and the general public.
• Work with applicants to negotiate all terms of the use authorization agreement of state-owned aquatics lands within applicable RCWs and guidelines. 
• Serve as a point of contact for Region/Division staff, business partners, and the public concerning state-owned aquatic lands.
• Determine rental amounts.
• Prepare the use authorization agreement and associated exhibits.
• Ensure applicants have secured all required permits, surveys, and reports, and they meet department guidelines.
• Review and comment on project designs, develop Resource Management plans, and consult with program specialists.
• Complete SEPA evaluations.
• Determine best management practices and environmental conservation measures. 
• Conduct field work, including site inspections, compliance checks, drone and vessel operations, and other related duties. 
• Investigate reports of unauthorized uses of state-owned aquatic lands.
• Participate in water body management planning, restoration, and mitigation.
• Manage and organize lease files.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree involving major study in business or public administration, real estate, economics, accounting, or wildlife management.
  OR related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• 2 years of experience in leasing, real estate, natural resource management, environmental planning, or other relevant experience.
• Knowledge of interpreting and implementing guidelines, regulations, and laws.
• Knowledge working with natural resource management/environmental protection issues.
• Ability to negotiate contentious issues in a respectful, responsive, and informed manner.
• Knowledge of and/or experience with contract, business, or property management.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks, set workload priorities, and complete tasks on time.
• Ability to provide good customer service.
• Ability to speak and write clearly and succinctly, and use typical office software.
• Ability to collaborate on internal and external issues in an active, respectful, cooperative, and professional manner.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.