This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for USACE for Real Estate Personnel to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Using a developed knowledge of real estate principles, practices, and values, the position serves as the Chief of Acquisition Branch, Real Estate Division, with the responsibility for the acquisition of real property for Jacksonville District area of responsibility, to include Florida.
Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes1) applying knowledge of directives, laws, policies, and regulations relating to Federal and Army real estate procedures associated with the planning for real estate acquisition projects; 2) obtaining real estate via direct purchase or working through a partner to identify and acquire interests in real estate; 3) performing reviews of partners' documentation to evaluate and recommend credit/reimbursement for costs associated with the acquisition of real property interests; 4) overseeing a diverse team assigned to execute the acquisition of real estate interests, real estate products and services, and all associated actions; and 5) communicating and coordinating with internal/external stakeholders. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-13). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.
Administers the Real Estate Acquisition Program to meet the needs of the District's varied civil works programs, such as feasibility studies, coastal storm risk management projects, environmental restoration projects, and others.
Also provides support for the Military Construction programs and Support for Others missions in the District. Maintains liaison with District and military elements to determine program requirements.
Maintains relationships with other agency officials, various city, county and State officials, and private landowners, particularly in cases where complications involving policies are concerned.
Responsible for developing and implementing the vision, mission, and direction of the organization by leading and managing an inclusive, diverse workforce that leverages the talents of each employee.
Performs personnel management functions to guide and evaluate the technical efforts and work products produced by a team of employees comprised of Realty Specialists, Realty Assistants, DA Interns, Rehired Annuitants, and/or Contracted personnel.