Real Property Agent I-II-III
Salary
$89,719.50 - $131,137.50 Annually
Location
San Rafael, CA
Job Type
Full Time, Regular
Job Number
040A-0378-0407-26-04
Department
Department of Public Works
Division
Real Estate
Opening Date
04/17/2026
Closing Date
5/1/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Vacancies
2
Weekly Schedule
37.5 Hours
Additional Salary Information
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The County of Marin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Persons of color, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and adults of all ages are strongly encouraged to apply.
Individuals with Disabilities
If you are a person with a disability and are unable to complete an online application or require an accommodation to participate in a recruitment, you must contact Human Resources at least five work days in advance of the testing step or interview. Please contact the Human Resources Staffing Division at (415) 473-2126 (CRS DIAL 711) .
ABOUT US
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture on the Department of Human Resources website. Read on to find out more about this opportunity.
The mission of the Marin County Department of Public Works is to provide quality services and maintain and improve public infrastructure and facilities, while protecting Marin's natural resources. Read more about the Department of Public Works.
ABOUT THE POSITION
There are currently two (2) regular hire, full-time Real Property Agent vacancies in the Department of Public Works' Real Estate Division that will be filled at the I, II, and/or III level. Candidates will be considered for the level which they meet minimum qualifications.
The Real Estate Division within the Department of Public Works provides a variety of real estate services to client divisions, departments, other government agencies, and the general public.
The Real Property Agent I is the entry level in the Real Property Agent series. The incumbent will receive supervision of their work and perform routine activities in various real property assignments. This position will perform routine real estate tasks including, but not limited to, property acquisitions, lease negotiations, property management functions, property exchanges, abandonments, and professional services contracts.
The Real Property Agent II position is the journey level in the series. This class differs from the level I by the increased responsibility and latitude of judgment. Under direction, the incumbent performs the full range of real property work.
The Real Property Agent III is the highest technical/specialist level in the Real Property Agent series. The position will perform difficult, technical and complex real estate tasks including, but not limited to, leading property acquisitions, lease negotiations, encroachment resolution, property management functions, property exchanges, abandonments and professional services contracts. In addition, the position provides key support and backup to the Principal Real Property Agent as needed. Customer service and negotiation skills should be strong as working with internal and external clients are key to success in this position.
ABOUT YOU
Our Highly Qualified Candidate:
The ideal candidate for the Real Property Agent I position has experience performing a range of real estate services within a public agency setting. They have a positive attitude, are a team player, and have strong, effective, and persuasive communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact with peers, consulting professionals, and members of the public. Additionally, following and providing written and oral directions and procedures are qualities on our ideal candidate. They are comfortable with technology and have familiarity with Word, Excel, Access, Teams, and Outlook. They have knowledge of principles of real estate title, appraisal, leasing, purchase, encroachments, easements and sale of real property along with legal instruments used in real property transactions such as contracts, deeds, leases, licenses, escrow documents, and title reports. Skills in time management and ability to work independently are important to be successful as well as having excellent judgement and decision-making skills. Lastly, our ideal candidate will need to understand and acknowledge that this job class requires travel between various County and business-related locations.
The ideal candidate for the Real Property Agent II position has experience performing the full range of real estate services within a public agency setting. They can effectively manage ongoing multiple projects in a timely, efficient, and responsible manner. The ideal candidate also has effective communication and negotiating skills along with the ability to navigate complex real estate negotiations. Candidates should have an understanding of title research and experience with complex escrow processes. The candidate has knowledge or experience with local and federally funded right-of-way and real estate negotiations.
The ideal candidate for the Real Property Agent III position demonstrates competency in the areas of real estate document preparation and organization, displays attention to detail and accuracy of work, and is able to work independently. They maintain successful, collaborative working relationships, including acting as a lead to support staff, and provide excellent customer service. The person has project management and time management skills to ensure the successful delivery of projects on schedule. In addition, the ideal candidate has excellent judgement and can successfully resolve complex issues surrounding public lands, handle politically sensitive issues and projects, and ensure confidentiality.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Level I
Level II (in addition to Level I)
Level III (in addition to Level I and II)
Ability to:
Level I
Level II (in addition to Level I)
Level III (in addition Level I and II)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Real Property Agent I
A Bachelors degree in Business Management, Economics, Accounting, Law, or a related field. Two years of recent experience working in a real property or real estate capacity that involved real property and real estate appraisal, acquisition, or property management experience and which provided the knowledge and abilities listed below may substitute for the education requirement.
Real Property Agent II
A Bachelors degree in Business Management, Economics, Accounting, Law, or a related field and two years of recent experience working in a real property or real estate capacity that involved real property and real estate appraisal, acquisition, or property management experience and which provided the knowledge and abilities listed below. Two additional years of recent and relevant experience may substitute for the education requirement.
Real Property Agent III
A Bachelors degree in Business Management, Economics, Accounting, Law, or a related field and four years of recent experience working in a real property or real estate capacity that involved real property and real estate appraisal, acquisition, or property management experience and which provided the knowledge and abilities listed below. Two additional years of recent and relevant experience may substitute for the education requirement.
Certificates and Licenses
Membership in the International Right-of-Way Association is desirable.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
For any questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Stephen Schoengarth, Human Resources Analyst, at 415-473-6946.
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your GovernmentJobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible lists established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095. If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Stephen Schoengarth, Human Resources Analyst, at 415-473-6946.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin Countys Benefits Homepage.
Paid Time Off: Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan: Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement: Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan: Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical: The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
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QUALIFYING EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Your qualifying experience is listed in the Work Experience section of the standard application.
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Your degree and major are listed in the Education section of the standard application, along with all relevant documentation attached to your submission.
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Do you have an active membership in the International Right-of-Way Association? If so, please attach relevant documentation to your submission.
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Do you have an active Right of Way Agent Designation with the International Right-of-Way Association? If so, please attach relevant documentation to your submission.
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NARRATIVE QUESTIONS (If you do not possess any experience, please state "No Experience" in the space provided. Education, Work Experience, and/or Certificates and Licenses mentions must align with their respective section(s) of the standard application)
Please list any public agency real estate courses you have completed through the International Right of Way Association or similar organizations. In your response, please include the course number and date completed.
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Describe your experience with the removal of encroachments on public lands. In your response, please give the name of your employer(s).
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Describe your experience with leases and/or licenses of public lands. In your response, please give the name of your employer(s).
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Describe your experience with abandonment of public easements. In your response, please give the name of your employer(s).
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Please provide an example of a project in which you were responsible for acquiring real property interests for a public project. In your response, please include the following information:
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Describe your experience leading and/or supervising professional consultants involved in the appraisal and acquisition of real property interests for a public agency.
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Describe your experience negotiating a Lease for Commercial purposes. In your response, please include the following information:
Required Question
Employer County of Marin
Address 3501 Civic Center Drive
Room 124
San Rafael, California, 94903
Phone 415 473-2126
Website https://www.hr.marincounty.gov/our-divisions/join-our-team