Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

TitleReal Estate Specialist 2 (Conservation) - NY HELPS

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $86681 to $109650 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 7:30 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Onondaga

Street Address 5786 Widewaters Parkway

City Syracuse

StateNY

Zip Code13214

Job Specifics

Duties Description The incumbent will direct and manage the land acquisition program of the NYSDEC Region 7 Real Property unit. Work will include maintenance of regional land records, contract administration, and coordination of property acquisition in a geographic area, including communication with program staff and landowners, negotiations with sellers, appraisal and survey of lands to be acquired (if necessary), and resolution of title issues.

Will be required to supervise Real Property staff and review work of subordinates to ensure standards and procedures are followed.

Will be required to communicate clearly via telephone, written correspondence and in person to agency staff, peers in other State Agencies, as well as the public and private sector.

Will be required to operate a computer and use software provided by the department.

Must work with all regional programs when real property expertise is needed, including trespass and occupancy cases.

Minimum Qualifications This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.

At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree and three years of experience performing inspections and/or appraisals of environmental or recreational lands to include writing detailed original appraisal reports or appraisal reviews, leasing financing of real property with banks, lending institutions, mortgage organizations, or other financial organizations; OR writing detailed original appraisal reports or appraisal reviews in connection with land acquisition for a Public land acquisition agency, utility companies, or Not For Profit conservation organizations;

OR, a NYS Land Surveyor’s license with current registration and two years of experience performing inspections and/or appraisals of environmental or recreational lands to include writing detailed original appraisal reports or appraisal reviews, leasing financing of real property with banks, lending institutions, mortgage organizations, or other financial organizations; OR writing detailed original appraisal reports or appraisal reviews in connection with land acquisition for a Public land acquisition agency, utility companies, or Not For Profit conservation organizations;

OR, certification as a NYS General Certified Appraiser and four years of experience performing inspections and/or appraisals of vacant, environmental or recreational lands to include writing detailed original appraisal reports or appraisal reviews, leasing financing of real property with banks, lending institutions, mortgage organizations, or other financial organizations; OR writing detailed original appraisal reports or appraisal reviews in connection with land acquisition for a Public land acquisition agency, utility companies, or Not For Profit conservation organizations;

OR, seven years of experience performing inspections and/or appraisals of environmental or recreational lands to include writing detailed original appraisal reports or appraisal reviews, leasing financing of real property with banks, lending institutions, mortgage organizations, or other financial organizations; OR writing detailed original appraisal reports or appraisal reviews in connection with land acquisition for a Public land acquisition agency, utility companies, or Not For Profit conservation organizations.

Non-Qualifying Appraisal Experience: Preparing Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) Reports.

Non-Qualifying Work Experience: Work as a Real Estate Agent of Real Estate Broker.
Reassignment Qualifications: Currently in the title and an employee of DEC

Reinstatement Qualifications: Previously held the title on a permanent competitive basis.

70.1 Transfer Qualifications: One year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55 B/C service as a Real Estate Specialist 2 or Real Property Analyst 2

Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
Must be able to work in remote areas.
Travel may be required.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Heath Boomhower

Telephone 518-402-9273

Fax 518-402-9038

Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12233

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease email/mail your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy #25-186039 on your resume and in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.