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  • CHIEF PROGRAM SPECIALIST, CEO - REAL ESTATE

    Los Angeles, California United States LOS ANGELES COUNTY Full Time $131,464.32 - $177,170.16 Annually Jun 06, 2025
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    LOS ANGELES COUNTY

    Start Your Career with Los Angeles County With a population of more than 10 million people and 88 cities, Los Angeles County has more residents than any county in the nation.  With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, over 100,000 employees in more than 36 Departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more. As one of the Top 10 Government Services Employers, as named by Forbes Magazine, the County of Los Angeles provides those committed to a career in public service with boundless opportunities, a platform for professional and personal growth and the ability to truly make a difference in people's lives. A career with the County means you will have the chance to be a part of building and providing services for an amazingly diverse population of citizens. From helping families in need to fighting fires to keeping our beaches clean, the County of Los Angeles provides an environment where you can touch and enrich lives everyday. A career path in the County is truly that – a path. Many of those in our County family begin and end their careers here in two very different places. You may start out as an Administrative Assistant in Public Works and find yourself a few years later as a Manager in the Department of Community and Senior Services. While many County employees remain on the same career path in one department for their entire careers, others move between departments or take advantage of training and other opportunities to find new careers within the County. The path you take is up to you. As a Los Angeles County employee, the opportunities – and the possibilities - are limitless. Flexible Work Schedules Depending on the requirements of their department and position, some employees may have the option to craft a work schedule that accomplishes their mission, while providing flexibility, including 4/40 workweeks and other options. Your Choice of Locations From the harbor at Marina del Rey to the forests of the Antelope Valley, big cities, small municipalities and rural communities – there are opportunities to work for the County wherever you roam and wherever you call home. Job Security The County of Los Angeles is committed to providing our permanent employees with long-term employment and dependable benefits. It's a lasting career with an employer who is committed to your success. Career Development The County encourages all employees to take advantage of the many training and development opportunities available. Outstanding Benefits The County offers its employees one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Diversity Integrity and respect lie at the heart of our Equity Policy and reflect our Mission, Vision, and Values.      

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    Job Description

    Position/Program Information

    EXAM NUMBER
    M0819S-R

    When to Submit Your Application: The application filing period will begin on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Continuous. We will keep accepting applications until the position is filled. The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.

    No withhold will be allowed for this examination. Required experience must be fully met by the last day of filing and clearly indicated on the application.

    Type of Recruitment: We welcome applications from anyone.

    Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits!
    Click here to see a list of employee benefits.

    Why Work for Us?
    With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 39 departments provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.

    We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate in order to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

    The Opportunity
    We are pursuing qualified candidates to fill Chief Program Specialist, CEO positions within the Chief Executive Office. The position has responsibility for a major program (Real Estate), providing operating departments with professional services.

    Essential Job Functions

    Position Responsibilities
    • Supervises or leads staff at all levels in various areas of real estate, which may include leases, ground leases, purchase agreements, easements, licenses, joint developments, and property management, all in compliance with applicable laws (e.g., California Environmental Quality Act), rules and regulations and policies and procedures.
    • Supervises staff in performing applicable due diligence needed for a lease or a property acquisition, including, without limitation, appraisals, environmental review, title review and operating and finance statements.
    • Supervises a team of project managers overseeing tenant improvement work such as monitoring construction contracts for compliance, uses data analysis for benchmarking purposes, coordination between all parties, including other County departments and the landlord, and manage schedules and budgets. Familiar with processing change orders and payment requests. Works with County Counsel to review and resolve contractual issues ensuring the project follows the agreement and meets the project timeline.
    • Supervises staff performing property management functions for all County-owned and leased properties to ensure the property is accurately maintained per the lease agreement. Reviews and approves all Common Area Maintenance (CAM) and other property related charges, reconciliations are accurate and develops a payment plan for any over/under payments. Ensures property management staff are conducting site visits verifying the condition of the properties, develops solutions and request repairs, if necessary.
    • Negotiates and reviews complex real estate transactions, including ground leases, reciprocal easements, joint developments, and financial documents. Utilizes financial valuation methods to value real estate.
    • Acquires real property either by negotiation or condemnation.
    • Manages and assigns to staff requests for leases, license, permits, sales or other transfers to ensure such requests are efficiently and effectively being processed to completion.
    • Reviews and approves all internal real estate documents prior to submission to the section and division managers for final approval.
    • Reviews and approves all requests to auditor controller for payments to confirm the requests are accurate and provide the appropriate supporting documentation.
    • Reviews and approves the Rent Expense budget request and monthly reports for the section and division managers final review and approval.
    • Effectively manages active leases, ensuring full compliance with all lease terms by both the County and the other party (whether landlord or tenant).
    • Trains and monitors staff to ensure real estate division policies and procedures are followed.
    • Provides oversight of lease revenue, including reviewing collections and identifying any payments in arrears; assists in developing long-term revenue streams; ensures the County increases revenue while reducing costs; and reviews all existing County property leases to find opportunities for revenue enhancement.
    • Works with other departments and agencies to address operational issues with County owned and shared facilities, reviews and approved payments of County shared facilities, space assignment and provide solutions mutually acceptable to all parties.
    • Represents the division and the County in meetings, hearings, conferences, and public forums; May act as Section Manager as needed.


    Requirements

    Specialty Requirements
    Three (3) years of full-time experience, at the level of Program Specialist IV, CEO* or higher , performing complex commercial real estate transactions involving high-value** or large-scale*** assets, in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies, in at least one of the following functional areas:

    • Leasing (private sector or County-owned property)
    • Ground leases
    • Easements
    • Property management
    • Space management
    • Tenant improvements
    • Acquisition or disposition of real property

    Special Requirement Information
    * In the County of Los Angeles, experience at the level of Program Specialist IV, CEO is defined as analyzing and making recommendations to resolve highly complex issues related to real estate transactions involving high-value or large-scale assets, in the administration of specialized, organization-wide programs. The role may also include supervising a staff of specialists.
    ** In this exam, high-value assets refer to properties with annual lease values of $2,000,000 USD or more.

    *** In this exam, large-scale assets refer to properties of 50,000 square feet or more in a single location, or a portfolio totaling at least 1,000,000 square feet.

    Licenses
    A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to use an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

    The following licenses will be utilized in the scoring of Part II- Evaluation of Training and Experience:
    • Current California Real Estate Broker's License
    • Current California Real Estate Salesperson's License
    To receive credit, applicants who possess any of the above licenses must include a valid, legible copy with your application. Alternatively, you may email your document(s) to Jasmine Hines at Jhines@hr.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days of applying.

    We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

    Physical Class II
    Light - This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

    Out of Class experience will not be accepted for this examination.

    Additional Information

    Once we have identified that you meet the requirements, we will email you a notification, inviting you to participate in the following assessments:
    Our Assessment Process: The assessment process will consist of THREE (3) parts:

    Part I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted at 75%, assessing:

    • Analyzing Information
    • Controlling Emotions
    • Empathy
    • Sharing Knowledge and Guidance
    • Management Judgment
    • Management Potential
    • Achievement
    • Responsibility
    • Willingness to Learn
    • Working Relationships
    • Learning Quickly
    • Generating New Ideas
    • Using Time Efficiently
    • Working to High Quality Standards
    • Adapting to Change
    • Deductive Reasoning

    Only those candidates that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part I of the examination will advance to Part II - Evaluation of Training and Experience.

    Part II: An evaluation of Training and Experience, weighted at 15%, assessing:
    • Professional/Technical Knowledge of:
    • Laws, codes, regulations, principles, practices, and legal terms pertaining to lease management and/or other real estate transactions
    • Techniques used to inspect and evaluate property
    • Procedures involved in the assignment of real estate
    • Methods used in the analysis and reporting of financial data
    • Complex real estate agreements and related processes or methods
    • Utilizing Technology

    Only those candidates that achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on Part II of the examination will advance to Part III - Writing Assessment.
    Part III: A writing assessment, weighted at 10%, measuring English Structure and Content, Written Expression, and Prioritizing Information.

    Candidates who meet the requirements and achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on each weighted test part will be placed on the eligible register.
    Exam Review
    Some exam components are not subject to review by candidates. Multiple-choice and/or simulation assessments are not reviewable by candidates per Civil Service Rule 7.19.

    Transfer of Test Components
    • If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this exam.
    • This exam contains test components that may be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.

    Test Preparation
    We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.
    • Various information can be found on our website at https://hr.lacounty.gov/job-search-toolkit/ . The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."
    • Online practice tests are available at https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests .

    Eligibility and Vacancy Information
    Candidates who passed the assessment(s) are placed on an eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months. We will use this register to fill vacancies within the Chief Executive Office as they occur. Applications will be processed on an as-received basis and promulgated to the eligible register.

    How to Apply
     We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

    Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

    We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

    We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.
    • info@governmentjobs.com
    • talentcentral@shl.com
    • noreply@proctoru.com
    • donot-reply@amcatmail.com
    • Jhines@hr.lacounty.gov

    New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to govermentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.

    Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

    For those who do not have access to a computer or the internet, we provide access to complete an application at public libraries throughout the county.

    All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record.
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    Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI)
    The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The Department of Human Resources is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

    Testing Accommodation
    If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.
    Testing Accommodations Coordinator: TestingAccommodations@hr.lacounty.gov
    Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929
    California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

    Department Contact Name: Jasmine Hines
    Department Contact Phone: (213) 433-3482
    Department Contact Email: JHines@hr.lacounty.gov

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Government Real Estate Careers Overview

Government real estate careers provide unique opportunities to manage, acquire, and oversee properties for federal, state, and local government agencies. These properties often include land, buildings, and infrastructure vital to supporting the mission and operations of government bodies. The scope of work in government real estate roles can range from property acquisitions for new government projects to maintaining and securing existing assets.

Government real estate professionals ensure that properties are used efficiently and in compliance with government regulations. This requires a deep understanding of real estate principles, property laws, and governmental policies. Real estate jobs within the government are available across various agencies, and each position plays an important role in safeguarding public resources.

Some of the responsibilities that come with these positions include:

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  • Managing and maintaining accurate property assets.
  • Ensuring that land and buildings are utilized for optimal benefit.
  • Collaborating with different government agencies to meet property-related needs.
  • Overseeing compliance with local, state, and federal regulations concerning property management and acquisitions.

For those looking to make an impact, government real estate jobs offer the chance to contribute to public service while developing specialized expertise in the real estate field.

 

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Finding government real estate jobs requires a strategic approach. Here are several key steps to help you in your search and application process:

1. Search on Government Employment Websites:

  • Websites such as USAJobs.gov list a wide range of positions in the federal government, including real estate roles. Additionally, state and local government websites frequently post job openings for actual property management positions.
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2. Use Specific Keywords to Narrow Down Your Search:

  • When searching for government real estate jobs, use precise keywords like “real property manager,” “government acquisitions specialist,” or “land surveyor” to find positions that match your expertise.
  • You’ll want to ensure your connection is stable, as some government job application systems require you to respond within a few seconds, especially when moving through multiple application steps.

3. Prepare Thoroughly for the Application Process:

  • Government job applications often involve more steps than private sector applications, including detailed questionnaires, background checks, and security clearance verifications. Make sure to review each job description carefully and prepare all necessary documents.
  • During this process, you may experience verification steps, such as security checks or application forms asking for your ray ID or other details. Sometimes, it may take a few moments, with messages like “verification successful, waiting” before you can proceed to the next step. Ensure you have all necessary documents and information ready when proceeding.

4. Customize Your Resume and Cover Letter:

  • Tailor your resume to the job you’re applying for, ensuring that your real estate experience and accomplishments align with the job requirements. Highlight key skills, such as property management, security, and compliance, to show you’re a strong fit for government roles.
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Types of Government Real Estate Jobs

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Government real estate roles span various positions, each with unique responsibilities. Below are some examples of the most common positions within this sector:

Real Property Manager:

Responsible for managing government-owned real estate properties, including day-to-day operations, maintenance, and long-term planning. These managers ensure that properties are used efficiently and are in compliance with government regulations.

Land Surveyor:

Land surveyors help define the boundaries of government properties, assisting in legal documentation and ensuring that the land is used appropriately. This position is crucial for managing government-owned land accurately and lawfully.

Acquisitions Specialist:

These professionals focus on acquiring real estate for government use. They play a crucial role in negotiating contracts, managing transactions, and ensuring that all legal requirements are met during acquisition.

Land Surveyor:

Land surveyors help define the boundaries of government properties, assisting in legal documentation and ensuring that the land is used appropriately. This position is crucial for managing government-owned land accurately and lawfully.

Security Officer for Real Estate:

Security officers are responsible for the physical security of government-owned properties. They ensure that properties are protected against theft, vandalism, and other security threats and may also be involved in responding to incidents on the property.

These roles offer a wide range of experiences and opportunities to work on different types of properties, from public parks to critical infrastructure.

 

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To thrive in a government real estate career, continually improving your knowledge and skill set is essential. Here are some ways to enhance your chances of success:

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