Real Property Agent

Real Property Agent

Salary

$106,762.24 - $129,192.96 Annually

Location

Throughout the County of Santa Clara, CA

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

26-C73-A

Department

County-Wide Recruitment

Opening Date

07/02/2026

Closing Date

7/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit

01

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Under general supervision, to perform feasibility studies, negotiations, relocation and housing studies, environmental studies, property disposition, property development, title examining, real property market opinions, research and evaluation, and other functions relative to acquiring, managing, leasing, and disposing of real property.

Typical Tasks

The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

• Performs office and field work involved in the acquisition and disposal of real property for public use;
• Conducts negotiations for interests in complex or higher-valued properties;
• Prepares reports for the purpose of acquiring, managing, leasing, or disposing of real property, both entire and partial takings;
• Prepares specialized legal documents for acquisition, property management, and other agreements as required;
• Negotiates for or prepares leases, bid proposals, deeds, reconveyances, quitclaims, licenses, agreements for purchase, resolutions, or other necessary actions;
• Gathers information from the offices of the Assessor, Clerk-Recorder, and title offices, as well as from all other real estate sources;
• Examines and interprets title reports;
• Manages, leases, and disposes of real property;
• Secures and assists in the preparation of data and directs the preparation of maps for use in condemnation proceedings or other acquisition transactions;
• Prepares and negotiates joint venture agreements with private parties;
• Prepares cost estimates for relocation of improvements;
• Plans and manages County space use and needs;
• Develops and oversees complicated bidding and proposal procedures;
• Provides relocation assistance to displaced homes and businesses, including soliciting and monitoring bids for moving relocatees;
• Makes recommendations for the selection of real property appraisers and other professional consultants;
• Directs and reviews the work of professional consultants conducting environmental impact studies and real property appraisals;
• Prepares or reviews environmental impact reports and related documents based on knowledge of all applicable laws and guidelines;
• Develops and delivers written and oral presentations;
• Prepares various reports and correspondence;
• May engage with commercial landlords to provide maintenance, repairs, and other services to County occupying departments, including working with the landlord, property managers, County Building Operations, and direct procurement;
• May serve as a liaison between the County and its tenants, and may be responsible for managing various aspects of the landlord-tenant relationship;
• May assign, lead, or train subordinate employees on a project basis;
• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker (DSW), as required*;
• Performs other related duties, as required.

Employment Standards

Sufficient education, training, and experience to demonstrate the ability to perform the above tasks, plus the possession and direct application of the following knowledge and abilities:

Training and Experience Note: The required knowledge and abilities are attained through training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree. Relevant analytical, administrative, lead, supervisory, or management experience that includes interpreting rules and regulations, gathering data and formulating recommendations, and report writing can substitute for education on a year-for-year basis;

and

Two (2) years of full-time experience in negotiations for the acquisition and disposition of real property, including the management of real property for commercial and/or public use.

Special Requirements

• Ability to travel to alternate locations in the course of work. If driving, possession of a valid California Drivers License prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County driver authorization.
• *As a condition of employment, pursuant to California Government Code Sections 3100-3109 and Local Ordinance, all County of Santa Clara employees are designated Disaster Service Workers (DSWs), including extra help. A DSW is required to complete all assigned DSW-related training, and in the event of an emergency, return to work as ordered.

Knowledge of:

• Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to:

• Public land acquisition

• Environmental impact requirements

• Relocation assistance programs

• Land disposal;

• Principles and practices of real property transactions and real property management;

• Legal documents and procedures for acquiring property for public use and land disposal;

• Commercial real property, commercial office leases, terminology, property management issues, and the process of completing tenant improvements;

• Costs of construction and improvements;

• Terminology used in real property transactions;

• Components of real property legal descriptions;

• Local building ordinances and land development procedures;

• English usage, style, grammar, punctuation, and spelling;

• Common computer systems and applications.

Ability to:

• Understand and apply laws relating to public acquisition of real property;
• Assemble and analyze data logically and make mathematical computations accurately;
• Conduct negotiations;
• Interpret maps, engineering plans, and legal documents pertaining to real property;
• Review for compliance and prepare comprehensive environmental impact reports;
• Identify and resolve issues related to property maintenance, repairs, or service delivery promptly and effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to County operations;
• Review and prepare commercial office leases and tenant improvements;
• Research and evaluate real property market opinions;
• Deliver presentations;
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, at all levels, including colleagues, the public and representatives of other agencies.

Physical Requirements

• Work under adverse weather conditions; outdoors, in remote areas, on uneven and/or slippery ground or surfaces, and on moderately steep slopes or terrain;
• Work in environments that are noisy or are subject to sudden changes and/or extremes in air temperature, pressure, or humidity;
• Walk, stand, or sit for extended periods.

The County offers comprehensive first-class medical, dental, and vision benefits plans for County employees and their dependents, including plans with no deductibles, no co-pays, no co-insurance, and no prescription drug co-pays. Learn more here.

The County also offers generous paid time off with significant vacation, sick time, and 13 paid County holidays annually! Details are included in the Memorandum of Understanding/Agreement with the bargaining unit applicable to the job classification.

In addition to the amazing perks above, the County also offers the additional benefits below.

Retirement Benefits

The County offers robust retirement plans including a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan (similar to the private sector's 401(k) plan) and the CalPERS pension plan. In addition to lifetime retirement income available through the CalPERS pension plan, the 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan provides a great way to save for retirement and supplement the defined benefit pension available to employees. These plans help our employees build a plan for their future and contribute to their family's long-term financial well-being.

Health Flexible Spending Account

The Health Flexible Spending Account (HFSA) empowers employees to manage healthcare expenses efficiently with tax-free contributions (up to $3,200 for the 2024 calendar year). Secure tax-free solutions for your healthcare expenses and enjoy the flexibility to manage your healthcare finances effectively with the HFSA.

Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP)

The Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP) enables employees to utilize tax-free funds for dependent care services, facilitating a convenient and cost-effective approach for managing your dependent care expenses. The County also offers the Employee Childcare Assistance Plan, an employer-funded DCAP, for employees with annual income under $120,000.

Life and AD&D

The County offers life and disability benefits including Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, Long-Term Disability insurance, California State Disability Insurance, and Integration with Leave. These benefits ensure financial security and income support when you and your family need it most.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The County prioritizes employee mental health and well-being and offers a top-tier Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Concern providing confidential counseling sessions covering stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, as well as financial/legal services, personal coaching, child and elder care referrals, and comprehensive crisis support.

Employee Wellness

The Employee Wellness Program offers free wellness programing, fitness classes and resources; including Elevate My Wellness an all-in-one platform designed to elevate your well-being journey.

Education Reimbursement

A generous Learning and Employee Development program is available, including Education Reimbursement for employees seeking additional training and professional development.

NOTE: Benefit and Retirement information may vary from bargaining unit to bargaining unit. Due to changes in State Law, current pension provisions described in the union contracts are not automatically applied. Specific pension benefits for new hires who start on or after January 1, 2013 may be different than indicated in the union contracts.

Click here to access all Memoranda of Understanding and most recent Summary of Changes.

01

Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Initially, it will be used to determine minimum qualifications. For those applicants meeting the employment standards, this information will be critical in the subsequent competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. Your responses to the questions may also be reviewed and scored in a Competitive Rating evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as no additional information will be accepted from applicants once the Competitive Rating evaluation has begun. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your application incomplete. Please include the name of employers, job titles, dates of employment, and hours worked per week for questions asking about work experience.

Do you understand the requirement to provide complete answers in order to determine relevant experience for each area in question?

• Yes
• No

02

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• High School or GED equivalent
• College (1 to 29 semester / 1 to 44 quarter units)
• College (30 to 59 semester / 45 to 89 quarter units)
• College (60 to 89 semester / 90 to 134 quarter units)
• College (90 to 119 semester / 135 to 179 quarter units)
• College (120 or more semester / 180 or more quarter units)
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctoral Degree

03

How many years of analytical, administrative, lead, supervisory, or management experience (interpreting rules and regulations, gathering data and formulating recommendations, and writing reports) do you possess?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven to less than eight years
• Eight to less than nine years
• Nine or more years

04

Describe your experience in an analytical, administrative, lead, supervisory, or management role that includes interpreting rules and regulations, gathering data and formulating recommendations, and report writing.

Include in your response:

a) Employer name(s)

b) Job title(s)

c) Start/end dates of employment (Month/Year)

d) Total hours worked per week

e) Description of task(s) performed

If no experience, please type N/A.

05

How many years of experience do you possess in negotiations for the acquisition and disposition of real property?

• No experience
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven or more years

06

Describe your experience in negotiations for the acquisition and disposition of real property.

Include in your response:

a) Employer name(s)

b) Job title(s)

c) Start/end dates of employment (Month/Year)

d) Total hours worked per week

e) Description of task(s) performed

If no experience, please type N/A.

07

How many years of experience do you possess in the management of real property for commercial and/or public use?

• No experience
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Fours to less than five years
• Five to less than six years
• Six to less than seven years
• Seven or more years

08

Describe your experience in the management of real property for commercial and/or public use?

Include in your response:

a) Employer name(s)

b) Job title(s)

c) Start/end dates of employment (Month/Year)

d) Total hours worked per week

e) Description of task(s) performed

If no experience, please type N/A.

09

Please indicate the areas in which you have experience with:

• Public Land Acquisition
• Environmental Impact Requirements
• Relocation Assistance Programs
• Land Disposal
• Rights of ways
• Easements
• None of the above

10

Please describe your experience in all areas selected above.

Include in your response:

a) Employer name(s)

b) Job title(s)

c) Start/end dates of employment (Month/Year)

d) Total hours worked per week

e) Description of task(s) performed

If no experience, please type N/A.

11

Please place a mark next to the location(s) in which you would be willing to work. Your selection(s) may determine whether or not you will be referred for a specific department and/or location.

• Facilities
• Roads and Airports
• Parks and Recreation

12

How did you find out/hear about this job?

• In Person Job Fair
• Contacted by County Recruiter
• Email Newsletter
• Virtual Event
• Community Event
• Social Media: Facebook or Instagram
• County of Santa Clara Job Interests Email Notification
• Student Career Center
• Handshake
• Professional Association
• Contacted by an External Staffing Firm
• Hospital Website
• Search Engine (Google, Bing, online search, etc.)
• Governmentjobs.com
• LinkedIn
• Indeed
• Employee Referral: Friends, Families and Coworkers
• County of Santa Clara Career Website
• Other (Specify in the next question)

13

How did you find out about this job? If "Other" is selected: Please describe how you heard about this job.

Required Question

Employer County of Santa Clara

Address 70 W. Hedding Street

8th Floor, East Wing

San Jose, California, 95110

Phone (408) 299-6816

Website http://www.sccjobs.org/