Real Estate Specialist

Under general supervision, the Real Estate Specialist performs a variety of paraprofessional and specialized technical and administrative support duties related to the areas of appraisal, negotiation, acquisition, sale, leasing, asset management, property management, document recording, title escrow, and other related areas of the governmental real estate field. Examples Of Knowledge And Abilities Knowledge of Basic real estate laws, principles, and practices Leasing terminology and conditions Property and facility maintenance practices and terminology Escrow and title procedures and practices Title management practices Real estate recording instruments and bookkeeping Operation of the real estate market Common descriptions of real property, including an understanding of maps and plans showing highway and other public works construction Office procedures, techniques, and related modern office equipment such as computers, copiers, faxes, etc. Computer software applications used in the real estate field Math principles such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division Ability to Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, including the preparation of technical reports Read, understand, and communicate real estate policies, procedures, rules and regulations Organize and prioritize work Exercise good judgment and discretion Evaluate, draw logical conclusions, and apply in accordance with specified rules, policies and procedures Establish and maintain effective and harmonious relationships with staff, other agencies, and the public Use and create complex databases and other computer software programs Operate various modern office equipment, including a personal computer, copier, fax machine, and phone Operate a motor vehicle to view properties Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance Employment Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Either: 1. Two years of experience in the class of Senior Office Assistant or Office Specialist in Sacramento County service; Or: 2. An Associate of Arts/Science Degree or higher from an accredited college in Business Administration, Real Estate, Communications, or other related field. Or: 3. Two years of experience providing administrative support in governmental or commercial real estate with responsibilities that included one or more of the following: assisting in the preparation of appraisal reports, performing real estate market research, securing title, processing lease agreements, escrow processing, researching title, or managing facilities and real property. Note:

If the word “experience” is referenced in the minimum qualifications, it means full-time paid experience unless the minimum qualification states that volunteer experience is acceptable. Part-time paid experience may be accumulated and pro-rated to meet the total experience requirements. General Qualifications Drivers License: A valid California Driver's License, Class C is required prior to appointment to this class. Failure to maintain the appropriate California Driver's License may constitute cause for termination from the class in accordance with Civil Service Rule 11.4. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Physical Requirements: Maneuver on rough, uneven terrain at construction sites, parkland or rural properties including brushy or wooded areas away from roads or paths. Climb stairs and ladders to access upper floors and building rooftops. Other Requirements: Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including all seasonal temperature ranges typically experienced in Sacramento County. Occasional exposure to wild mammals, snakes, insects at rural properties or parkland nature habitat areas including heavily vegetated areas. Deal with difficult and occasionally hostile people and customers. Probationary Period The probationary period for this classification is six (6) months. Application and Testing Information Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. All applicants must complete and submit an online County of Sacramento employment application by 5:00 PM on the posted cut-off date. County of Sacramento Department of Personnel Services Employment Services Division 700 H Street, Room 4667 Sacramento, CA 95814 Phone (916) 874-5593; 7-1-1 California Relay Service Email EmployOffice@Saccounty.net Inter-Office Mail Code: 09-4667 www.SacCountyJobs.net Sacramento County is an Equal Opportunity Employer In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Sacramento County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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