REALTY SPECIALIST.
US Army Corps of Engineers, Sacramento, CA, United States
Responsibilities
At the GS‑09 grade level, the duties are developmental in nature leading to the full performance level of GS‑11.
Acquire property or space, or provide guidance to other agencies, or state and local governments on acquisition and relocation matters for property and business owners.
Exercise eminent domain procedures; conduct difficult negotiations; and/or work with unfamiliar state or local governments.
Manage Federally controlled property.
Lease space to non‑Federal entities and manage such leases.
Authorize the use of Federal land to individuals or organizations for commercial, recreational, or other purposes after ascertaining that the proposed use is compatible with, or furthers, the Corps’ civil works mission.
Work with project and installations managers to determine the best method to achieve maximum value for non‑Federal use of the Corps’ managed properties.
Manage natural resources located on civil works projects and military installations, including forestry, sand and gravel, and agricultural land.
Develop plans to extract natural resources via appropriate out‑grant, when compatible with project purpose or military mission.
Dispose of Federally owned property that may involve numerous environmental concerns, limited or unstable markets, etc.
Qualifications
Gs‑09
One year of specialized experience implementing real estate principles, concepts, and practices; assisting with real estate transactions or related administrative work; participating in lease negotiations and/or managing existing leases for current projects.
OR Education: Master’s or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as Real Estate, Law, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
OR Combination of education and experience: a combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.
Gs‑11
One year of specialized experience analyzing and applying real estate policies and procedures to include interpreting mapping and legal descriptions; reviewing preliminary property title reports; negotiating with property owners; and working with Project Delivery Teams on budgets and scopes of work.
OR 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. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as Real Estate, Law, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
OR Combination of education and experience: a combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.
Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the educational credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and have been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.
Additional Information
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for USACE Real Estate Positions (5 USC 9902(b)(2)) to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre‑Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Recruitment incentives, including student loan repayment, may be offered to highly qualified candidates.
You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
A one‑year probationary period may be required.
Direct deposit of pay is required.
Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from the Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the appropriate posting.
This is a Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure Career Field position.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable.
If selected at the GS‑09 level, there is non‑competitive promotion potential to the GS‑11 level. Career ladder promotions are not guaranteed. Promotion occurs only when an employee demonstrates the ability to work at a higher level and when the promotion is in line with the agency’s authorized ceiling and staffing policies.
Salary Details:
Sacramento (2025‑SAC) salary table:
GS‑09 $67,741 – $88,062 per year
GS‑11 $81,960 – $106,543 per year
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full‑time, part‑time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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Acquire property or space, or provide guidance to other agencies, or state and local governments on acquisition and relocation matters for property and business owners.
Exercise eminent domain procedures; conduct difficult negotiations; and/or work with unfamiliar state or local governments.
Manage Federally controlled property.
Lease space to non‑Federal entities and manage such leases.
Authorize the use of Federal land to individuals or organizations for commercial, recreational, or other purposes after ascertaining that the proposed use is compatible with, or furthers, the Corps’ civil works mission.
Work with project and installations managers to determine the best method to achieve maximum value for non‑Federal use of the Corps’ managed properties.
Manage natural resources located on civil works projects and military installations, including forestry, sand and gravel, and agricultural land.
Develop plans to extract natural resources via appropriate out‑grant, when compatible with project purpose or military mission.
Dispose of Federally owned property that may involve numerous environmental concerns, limited or unstable markets, etc.
Qualifications
Gs‑09
One year of specialized experience implementing real estate principles, concepts, and practices; assisting with real estate transactions or related administrative work; participating in lease negotiations and/or managing existing leases for current projects.
OR Education: Master’s or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as Real Estate, Law, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
OR Combination of education and experience: a combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages.
Gs‑11
One year of specialized experience analyzing and applying real estate policies and procedures to include interpreting mapping and legal descriptions; reviewing preliminary property title reports; negotiating with property owners; and working with Project Delivery Teams on budgets and scopes of work.
OR 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. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as Real Estate, Law, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
OR Combination of education and experience: a combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages.
Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the educational credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and have been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.
Additional Information
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for USACE Real Estate Positions (5 USC 9902(b)(2)) to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre‑Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Recruitment incentives, including student loan repayment, may be offered to highly qualified candidates.
You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
A one‑year probationary period may be required.
Direct deposit of pay is required.
Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from the Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the appropriate posting.
This is a Construction, Engineering, Infrastructure Career Field position.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable.
If selected at the GS‑09 level, there is non‑competitive promotion potential to the GS‑11 level. Career ladder promotions are not guaranteed. Promotion occurs only when an employee demonstrates the ability to work at a higher level and when the promotion is in line with the agency’s authorized ceiling and staffing policies.
Salary Details:
Sacramento (2025‑SAC) salary table:
GS‑09 $67,741 – $88,062 per year
GS‑11 $81,960 – $106,543 per year
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full‑time, part‑time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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