Realty Specialist

As a Realty Specialist, you will serve as the subject matter expert and adviser in the areas of developing, administering, and executing programs in support of the acquisition and management of land and land rights, construction and its replacements, rehabilitation, and addition (RRAD) programs to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the electrical transmission system.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal service.

To qualify at the GS-09 grade level: Applicant must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service in the following:

• Conducting research to gather relevant information to inform processes and decisions for a larger action or project;
• Working with individuals and groups to develop realty proposals for approval and action;
• Presenting material in a clear and effective manner to professional work groups and others; and
• Assisting with multiple projects simultaneously that may require extended periods of time between the start and completion of the project or task.

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Education: master's or equivalent graduate degree o r 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or
LL.B. or J.D., if related.

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Combination: A combination of specialized experience and education that together meet the qualifications of this position.

To qualify at the GS-11 grade level: Applicant must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service in the following:

• Analyzing results of information gathered related to a lands actions to inform the respective lands lead, lands manager, and the project team;
• Obtaining individual and group cooperation to develop realty proposals for approval and action;
• Presenting material gathered from diverse sources and disciplines in a clear and effective manner to professional work groups and others; and
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously that may require extended periods of time between the start and completion of the project or task.

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Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related.

OR

Combination: A combination of specialized experience and education that together meet the qualifications of this position.

To qualify at the GS-12 grade level: Applicant must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service in the following:

• Resolving and/or evaluating issues which relate to lands and realty programs;
• Managing public land activities requiring close coordination between federal agencies, state and local governments, and/or public land user groups;
• Interpreting laws, regulations, and procedures concerning land cases;
• Interpreting National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) laws for land and resource management programs; and
• Communicating with other realty specialists, landowners and attorneys, title companies, local/state governments, and the public.

"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education .

Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website . DO NOT email or mail in any of your application documents. Documents will not be accepted outside of the online application system.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.