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Job Description
King County's Facilities Management Division (FMD) is seeking a real estate professional to support our utility franchise program. The Franchise Program Agent (Real Property Agent III) is a senior level position within the Real Estate Services Section , Property Control unit and is responsible for administering right of way franchise agreements, including moderately complex negotiations of utility franchise agreements and franchise compensation. This person will work closely with the franchise program Real Property Agent IV to plan work, develop and document the program and procedures, monitor schedules and budgets, and report various aspects of the program. The position also requires close coordination with other County agencies. Our ideal applicant will have direct experience negotiating utility franchise agreements or experience with commercial or government real estate and leases. Who are we ? Real Estate Services currently manages more than 160 utility franchises and is actively improving its practices and pursuing operational innovation and efficiency. We are looking for someone who has the technical expertise and organizational skills to assist getting the work done in an effective and efficient manner along with a collaborative attitude and a commitment to innovation, learning, and organizational improvement. If this opportunity aligns with your career objectives, we encourage you to apply.
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
As the only jurisdiction in the world named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., one of the most influential civil rights leaders in our nation's history, King County is a vibrant international community with residents that represent countries from around the world. It is a region with increasing diversity that cherishes the traditions of many cultures. We have a deep commitment to equity and social justice and advancing practices, strategies, and policies that promote fairness, justice, and opportunity for all - in our workplaces and our communities. With this commitment, King County has adopted a pro-equity agenda to advance regional change and ensure that residents from vulnerable communities are incorporated into our emergency planning and public out reach efforts. To learn more about King County's commitment to Equity, Racial & Social Justice, click here! Negotiate complex franchise terms and conditions with utilities for use of County Road rights-of-way. Prepare legislative and other documents necessary for processing franchise applications, through King County Council review and execution. Coordinate review with and input from County agencies before, during, and after the negotiation process. Implement and administer executed franchise agreements by educating King County agencies, resolving conflicts, and taking other steps to support compliance with the terms and conditions of franchise agreements. Conduct research related to franchise and road right-of-way issues and facilitate resolution among competing priorities. Support documentation of standard work. Please note that this job announcement is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of duties that can be assigned to an employee in this position. Experience negotiating and administering complex binding agreements. Understanding of general contract terms and conditions and principles of contract interpretation. Advanced oral and written communication, problem-solving, analytical, and investigative research skills. Experience in facilitation, conflict resolution, and customer service. Regular user of Microsoft Office software. Desire to make a positive impact.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience negotiating and administering terms and conditions of utility franchise agreements for use of road rights-of-way. Knowledge of utility franchise terms and conditions. Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations related to use of road rights-of-way.
APPLICATION PROCESS
This position is open to all qualified candidates. An updated and thoroughly completed King County application is required. Resumes and cover letters are not required but may be encouraged. Competitive regular bargaining unit members represented under the International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 117 P&T Collective Bargaining Agreement are given first consideration over non-bargaining unit applicants for the position.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
The selected candidate must complete an annual "Financial Disclosure Statement" in accordance with the King County Code of Ethics. If selected for this opportunity, you will be required to successfully complete reference checks.
MORE ABOUT THE POSITION
This position is represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Local 117 Professional & Technical . This position is exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The typical workweek is 40 hours, Monday - Friday during normal business hours. This position has been designated Non-Mission Critical , which means that you perform functions which can be delayed in the event of an emergency. If an emergency occurs, report your status as instructed by your agency. If needed for work, you may be contacted and directed to provide assistance in another area of the agency or the County, consistent with your job classification and skills. Please reach out to Sarah McCauley, FMD HR Analyst, at smccauley@kingcounty.gov if you have any questions regarding this opportunity. Please only apply for this position on Kingcouty.gov/jobs . Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers. Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play. Guided by our "True North" , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans. King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation. To Apply If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
