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Real Estate Specialist

Salary

$50,836.00 - $77,321.00 Annually

Location

Allegheny County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2025-25697-17148

Department

Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division

MV Pittsburgh Airbase

Opening Date

06/09/2025

Closing Date

6/23/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

17148

Position Number

00129805

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B1

Pay Group

ST06

Bureau / Division Code

00133100

Bureau / Division

Pittsburgh Airbase

Worksite Address

205 Sabre Road

City

Coraopolis, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

15108

Contact Name

Guy Finucan

Contact Email

[email protected]

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THE POSITION

The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is looking for an energetic person to develop and manage real estate activities for the Air National Guard, Pittsburgh Airbase, Civil Engineering Office and serve as technical consultant to the Assistant United States Property and Fiscal Officer (Base Civil Engineer) for real property. If you want to join the DMVA team we encourage you to apply today to become our Real Estate Specialist.

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As the Real Estate Specialist, you will develop and manage real property activities for the civil engineering office and provide technical consulting support. You will identify, measure, and record new and existing plant and facility systems as well as carefully read maps, plans, property descriptions, and other real property documents. You will also create and maintain the real property facility manuals, binders, and computer-based accountability records. This role requires strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail to analyze and interpret real estate documentation used to present terms of offers for the transfer, sales, or lease of real estate. In addition, you will use your expertise to provide crucial guidance and support as you act as a technical advisor to the Assistant United States Property and Fiscal Officer in real property matters.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD\_NEOGOV.asp?p=00129805) .

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

+ Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week

+ Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

+ Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 5 days each pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Coraopolis.

+ Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

+ You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

+ One year as a Real Estate Technician ( Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or

+ Two years of technical real estate experience and an associate degree; or

+ An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

+ You must be in possession of an active Class C driver’s license or equivalent.

Other Requirements:

+ You must pass a favorable NCIC screening and possess one of the following for admittance to Pittsburgh Airbase: valid REAL ID-compliant driver's license; other REAL ID-compliant identification cards; alternative acceptable document such as a passport; or military/CAC/retirees' ID card.

+ You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

+ You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

+ A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.

How to Apply:

+ Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

+ If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

+ Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

+ Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

+ Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

+ 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

+ Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

+ Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

+ Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

+ You must provide complete and accurate information or:

+ your score may be lower than deserved.

+ you may be disqualified.

+ You may only apply/testoncefor this posting.

+ Your results will be provided via email.

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning

We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance

We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture

We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks

Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.

01

Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?

+ Yes

+ No

02

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, please provide the issuing state. license number, and expiration date. If you answered "No", type N/A in the text box below.

03

Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Real Estate Technician for one or more years full-time?

+ Yes

+ No

04

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

05

How many years of full-time technical real estate work experience do you possess?

+ A. 2 years or more

+ B. Less than 2 years

+ C. Less than 1 year

+ D. None

06

If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.

07

How much college coursework have you completed? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.

If you are claiming education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitinghttps://www.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services link. For more information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.

+ A. 120 credits or more

+ B. 90 but less than 120 credits

+ C. 60 but less than 90 credits

+ D. 30 but less than 60 credits

+ E. Less than 30 credits

+ F. None

08

You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

Read each question carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .

+ Yes

09

WORK BEHAVIOR 1 – RESEARCHConducts real estate title research by gathering and analyzing information from individuals, records, and title abstracts to determine surface and sub-surface ownership rights, reservations, easements, and other entitlements.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience gathering and analyzing information from individuals, records, or title abstracts to determine real estate ownership, rights, reservations, easements, or other entitlements.

+ B. I have experience gathering and analyzing ANY information from multiple sources such as individuals, records, or reports.

+ C. I have experience researching specifically requested information from a single location.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to research methods, research design and analysis, data collection, or data analysis.

+ E. I have NO education or experience related to this work behavior.

10

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The type(s) and source(s) of the information you gathered.

+ The type(s) of analysis you conducted on the information you gathered.

+ Your specific duties and responsibilities.

11

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title(s)

+ Credits/Clock Hours

12

WORK BEHAVIOR 2 – COMMUNICATION AND NEGOTIATIONSInterprets and explains laws, policies, and procedures related to the potential transfer, sale, or lease of real estate for public use. Presents and explains settlement offers for the transfer, sale, or lease of real estate for public use to property owners to negotiate consent for right of entry to private property.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience presenting and explaining terms of offers for the transfer, sale, or lease of real estate to negotiate a settlement.

+ B. I have experience presenting and explaining terms of offers for ANY area OTHER THAN real estate to negotiate a settlement or agreement.

+ C. I have experience interpreting and explaining laws, policies, procedures, or terms to customers, clients, or the public. I do NOT have experience negotiating settlements or agreements.

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to negotiations or communications.

+ E. I have NO education or experience related to this work behavior.

13

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The laws, policies, procedures, or terms you explained to others.

+ Your experience negotiating settlements or agreements.

+ Your specific duties and responsibilities.

14

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title(s)

+ Credits/Clock Hours

15

WORK BEHAVIOR 3 – PREPARES OFFICIAL REAL ESTATE DOCUMENTSCompletes and processes forms and legal agreements related to the transfer, lease, sale, or appraisal of real estate property such as buyers agent agreements, sellers agreements, leases, sellers disclosures, contracts, and deeds. Prepare and submit documentation, such as Real Property Acceptance Documentation, DD Form 1354, Final Acceptance Report, and Real Property Installed Equipment listing which support the transfer and acceptance of new construction, alterations, and additions to existing facilities.Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.

+ A. I have experience completing and processing forms related to the transfer, lease, sale, or appraisal of real estate property; AND I have experience preparing and submitting documentation to support the transfer and acceptance of new construction, alterations, or additions to existing facilities.

+ B. I have experience completing and processing forms related to the transfer, lease, sale, or appraisal of real estate property; OR I have experience preparing and submitting documentation to support the transfer and acceptance of new construction, alterations, or additions to existing facilities.

+ C. I have experience drafting ANY type of documentation which I customized to convey terms of agreement (i.e., business contracts, customer contracts, job bids, hiring contracts, or loan agreements).

+ D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework related to real estate, pre-law, property law, business law, business administration, contract law, employment law, or technical writing.

+ E. I have NO education or experience related to this work behavior.

16

In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

+ The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

+ The type(s) of forms or documentation you completed and prepared.

+ The type(s) of documents you drafted to convey terms of an agreement.

+ Your specific duties and responsibilities.

17

If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

+ College/University

+ Course Title(s)

+ Credits/Clock Hours

Required Question

Employer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Address

613 North Street

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

Website

http://www.employment.pa.gov