As a Realty Specialist, you will perform a variety of management and disposal duties to include: produce and implement real property asset management, utilization, property redeployment and disposal strategies and actions.
Location of position: GSA, Public Buildings Service, Real Property Utilization and Disposal, 77 Forsyth Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303.
We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
Summary
As a Realty Specialist, you will perform a variety of management and disposal duties to include: produce and implement real property asset management, utilization, property redeployment and disposal strategies and actions.
Location of position: GSA, Public Buildings Service, Real Property Utilization and Disposal, 77 Forsyth Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303.
We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
Major duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Analysis/Reporting
Review, preparation, analysis and reconciliation of various reports. Analyzes data submitted in Reports of Excess; determines accuracy of real property reports; works with client agencies to obtain property information and complete and analyze reports throughout the disposal process.
Planning & Strategy
Develops disposal plan and strategies that may include exchange strategies and entering into leases or permits as appropriate. Coordinates with local stakeholders and community interests.
Analysis/Best Use of Properties
Screens properties for alternative uses. Provides notices and screens within GSA and other Federal agencies for further Federal need. Screens for homeless interest. Approves/ disapproves requests for withdrawal of excess property. Inspects properties to determine status and condition and suitability for various uses.
Laws and Regulations
Prepares environmental assessments and complies with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969; Complies with the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act, as well as other appropriate environmental laws, regulations and orders.
Customer Outreach/Relationships
Performs surveys of Federal real property to insure that Federal agencies are fully utilizing their land holdings in accordance with Executive Orders. Serves as focal point person on customer outreach and asset management opportunities; develops materials to facilitate utilization, customer outreach and customer service; working with customers; assessing use.
Software/Systems
Maintains and updates the Real Property Utilization and Disposal system of record for disposal case, service case and other project information on a continuous basis.
US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
Register with Selective Service, if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
If selected, you must meet the following conditions:
Receive authorization from OPM on any job offer you receive, if you are or were (within the last 5 years) a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch.
Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level).
Work within the office is sedentary in nature; however, during property inspections, or holding compliance or Executive Order surveys, may be required to walk property or visit outdoor sites in different weather conditions.
Work within the office is sedentary in nature; with some climbing, walking or carrying of objects required during market surveys or inspections. Incumbent is required to travel and, therefore, must have a valid driver's license.
Qualifications
For each job on your resume, provide:
the exact dates you held each job (from month/year to month/year)
number of hours per week you worked (if part time).
If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume.
For a brief video on creating a Federal resume, click here.
The GS-12 salary range starts at $78,446.00
If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected.
To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or higher in the Federal service.
Specialized experience is performing real estate disposal, sales and transfer actions for excess and surplus commercial and/or industrial properties.
This experience must include:
● Researching, interpreting and applying real estate disposal laws, regulations and procedures; ● Developing and implementing property disposal plans and strategies; ● Performing real estate site inspections; ● Conducting highest and best use analysis for real property; ● Negotiating and preparing the terms of disposal and transfer agreements; and ● Conducting customer outreach and marketing for real estate disposal and transfer opportunities.
Additional information
If you are eligible under Merit Promotion, you may also apply under Vacancy Announcement #2004003TSMP. You must apply separately to each announcement to be considered for both.
Bargaining Unit status: NFFE
Additional vacancies may be filled from this announcement as needed; through other means; or not at all.
Relocation-related expenses are not approved and will be your responsibility.
All the information you provide will be verified by a review of the work experience and/or education as shown on your application forms, by checking references and through other means, such as the interview process. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for not hiring you, or for firing you after you begin work.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
Life insurance coverage with several options
Sick leave and vacation time, including 10 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules and telework
Transit and child care subsidies
Flexible spending accounts
Long-term care insurance
Training and development
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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will use a method called Category Rating to assess your application. Here’s how it will work:
You will be scored on the questions you answer during the application process, which will measure your possession of the following competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Knowledge of applicable Federal statutes, realty laws, executive orders and legal procedures, including but not limited to the Federal Management Regulations and other documents involved in performing and/or reviewing the full range of realty management and disposal transactions.
Knowledge of real estate and real property disposal principles, techniques, theories, practices and policies.
Ability to plan, schedule and balance all aspects of property disposition with a wide range of variables and independently determine and execute the appropriate sequence of required tasks to fulfill client agency needs consistent with Federal real property laws, regulations, orders and policies.
Ability to apply quantitative and qualitative analysis in order to create solutions to solve complex real estate management problems not removable through standard practices.
Advanced negotiation skills in order to meet with Federal, State, municipal and community representatives on disposal actions.
Ability to assemble and make use of relevant facts, particularly in areas of complexity such as environmental issues.
Knowledge of commercial real estate appraisal principles and the ability to assist with appraisal scope preparation. Ability to provide feedback on real estate appraisal reviews and the ability to explain the appraisal process to customers.
Skill in providing excellent customer service and establishing customer loyalty and retention.
Basic understanding of federal, state and local planning processes in order to support property disposal transactions, asset management initiatives and stakeholder outreach.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to work with varied real property databases, systems and programs.
Ability to evaluate and analyze real estate data and documents and maintain and track the accuracy and completeness of such data.
Your answers to the questions will be used to place you in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified.
We will verify your answers to the questions in your resume. If your resume doesn’t support your answers, we may lower your score, which could place you in a lower category.
Within each category, veterans will receive selection priority over non-veterans.
Additional assessments may be used, and, if so, you will be provided with further instructions.
If you are eligible under Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan or GSA’s Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP/CTAP), you must receive a score of 85 or higher to receive priority.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
Life insurance coverage with several options
Sick leave and vacation time, including 10 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules and telework
Transit and child care subsidies
Flexible spending accounts
Long-term care insurance
Training and development
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.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
If you are claiming veterans' preference:
Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows the dates of your active duty service. If selected, a DD-214 showing your type of discharge (member 4 copy) will be required prior to appointment.
If you are claiming 10-point preference or derived preference (a spouse, widow or widower, or parent of a deceased or disabled veteran), submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214: (1)completed SF-15 form; and (2) proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15 for complete list).
If you are active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
If you are ICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job. To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer); USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process) or FAX (read the “Fax instructions” provided prior to printing the Fax Cover Sheet and faxing your information).
Need Assistance in Applying? Contact the HR representative listed on the announcement prior to the application deadline. We are available to assist you Monday-Friday during normal business hours. You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.
GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration
Office of Human Resources Management (CPBA)
77 Forsyth Street SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.
FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your status by logging into USAJOBS. Go to My USAJOBS and then to Applications.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
ALL required documents must be submitted before the closing date. Review the following list to determine what you need to submit.
If you are claiming veterans' preference:
Copy of your Certificate of Release or Discharge From Active Duty, DD-214 that shows the dates of your active duty service. If selected, a DD-214 showing your type of discharge (member 4 copy) will be required prior to appointment.
If you are claiming 10-point preference or derived preference (a spouse, widow or widower, or parent of a deceased or disabled veteran), submit both of the following in addition to the DD-214: (1)completed SF-15 form; and (2) proof of your entitlement (refer to SF-15 for complete list).
If you are active duty military- Certification on a letterhead from your military branch that includes your rank, character of service (must be under honorable conditions) & military service dates including discharge/release date (must be no later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted).
If you are ICTAP/CTAP eligible - submit a, b, and c: (a) proof of eligibility including agency notice; (b) SF-50, and (c) most recent performance appraisal.
Current or Former Political Appointees: Submit SF-50.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Submit a complete online application including any required documents prior to 11:59 pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. You can modify or complete your application any time before the deadline. Simply return to USAJOBS, select the vacancy, and update your application. For more detailed instructions on how to apply, click here: Apply for a GSA Job. To begin, click the Apply Online button on the vacancy announcement.
Sign in or register on USAJobs and select a resume and documents to include in your application.
Once you have clicked Apply for this position now, you will be taken to the GSA site to complete the application process.
Click the Apply To This Vacancy and complete all steps in the application process until the Confirmation indicates your application is complete. If you click Return to USAJobs or get timed out prior to receiving confirmation, your application will not be submitted and cannot be considered for this job.
Note: Review the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section of this announcement to determine which apply to you and must be submitted online. You may choose one or more of the following options to submit your document(s): Upload (from your computer); USAJOBS (click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process) or FAX (read the “Fax instructions” provided prior to printing the Fax Cover Sheet and faxing your information).
Need Assistance in Applying? Contact the HR representative listed on the announcement prior to the application deadline. We are available to assist you Monday-Friday during normal business hours. You must receive HR approval before deviating from these instructions. Be sure to APPLY EARLY as most assessments must be completed fully and submitted before the announcement closing.
GSA, Public Buildings Service
General Services Administration
Office of Human Resources Management (CPBA)
77 Forsyth Street SW
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
United States
Next steps
After the closing date/deadline:
ELIGIBILITY/QUALIFICATIONS: Your application will be reviewed for all requirements.
REFERRAL TO MANAGEMENT: If you meet all the requirements, you may be referred to management for review and a possible interview.
SELECTION/TENTATIVE JOB OFFER: If you are selected, you will receive a tentative offer and start the suitability and/or security background investigation process.
FINAL JOB OFFER: Once our security office determines you can come on board, you will be given a final offer, which is typically 40 days after the announcement closes.
FINAL COMMUNICATION: Once the position is filled, we will notify you of your status. You may also check your status by logging into USAJOBS. Go to My USAJOBS and then to Applications.
Thank you for your interest in working for U.S. General Services Administration!
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
