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Property & Acquisition Specialist

Washington State Department of Natural Resources

Olympia, Washington

Job Type Permanent
Salary $66,372 - $89,316 per year
Benefits http://careers.wa.gov/benefits.html
Deadline Aug 04, 2025

Property & Acquisition Specialist 3 (PAS3)
Work Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Relocation Compensation may be available and considered 
Salary: $5531.00 - $7443.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 07/28/2025. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
Rights-of-way often start with “why” and remain a puzzle. If you enjoy problem solving, including some that predate the incorporation of the State of Washington. This may be the position for you. 

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity. Are you passionate about the sustainable management of our state’s natural resources, but also have a mind for real estate, rights-of-way, project management, and solving puzzles? This position is an entry-level opportunity working with the Engineering Divisions' Rights-of-Way Program, focusing on Easements, Licenses, Permits, and other land management agreements that support both Division and Regional Staff. This position will also perform quality control and assist in other duties as assigned, including research into land transactions, property rights, and land ownership.

Responsibilities:

  • Document tracking, including assisting with routing of documents for signature
  • Data entry into complex databases
  • Quality Control
  • GIS Data Entry
  • Document Scanning
  • Quality Assurance
  • Document Closeout
  • Assisting in Public Disclosure Requests
  • Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to the position, including real estate, arboriculture, forestry, urban forestry, rights-of-way, legal studies, project management, or government administration.
    AND One (1) or more years of experience as a Property and Acquisition Specialist 2 or equivalent.
    OR Two (2) or more years of experience in a field relevant to the position, including real estate, arboriculture, forestry, urban forestry, rights-of-way, legal studies, project management, or government administration.
    OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
  • Demonstrated commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
  • Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention requests are followed.
  • Critical thinking skills to analyze and resolve issues.
  • Competent and effective communication and negotiation skills.
  • Proficient computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
HOW TO APPLY

View a complete position description with full application instructions at careers.wa.gov

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Category General / Stewardship
Tags GIS