Real Property Coordinator

Full Job Description

This position is open to all qualified candidates

About the Role

The Environmental and Community Services Section (ECSS) is seeking a Water Quality Planner/Project Manager II – Real Property Coordinator to join the dynamic Land Acquisition team.

This presents an excellent opportunity to become a key member of a highly efficient team dedicated to ensuring customer satisfaction.

Our focus is on delivering expert guidance and strategies to Programs and managing the processes necessary to secure property rights and provide relocation assistance to displaced tenants for capital projects.

The role emphasizes a strong commitment to customer service, work-life balance, understanding of the real estate industry, process improvement and fostering a collaborative work environment to contribute to essential public projects for our community.

ECSS advances the values of King County and the Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) by protecting public health and the environment and providing equitable, inclusive services to residents and businesses across King County.

To our agency, success means clean water. It means keeping a promise to the next generation that our beautiful environment will be there for them to enjoy.

It also means being accountable to our ratepayers and operating a well-managed agency. We are committed to the principles of equity and social justice.

We value diverse perspectives and life experiences in our workforce and are committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment.

The Real Property Coordinator position will provide essential support to the Land Acquisition team, while growing skills in government real property acquisitions, by managing property records, ordering and tracking title reports, and coordinating and tracking payments to property owners and vendors.

This role also drafts and manages work order requests for consultant services, ensures accurate records management across platforms such as SharePoint, MS Teams, and PRISM (the division’s internal project management database), and delivers QA/QC support for written materials to confirm compliance with ADA standards, the agency’s Style Guide, and Federal, State, and County requirements for property acquisitions.

In addition, the coordinator will assist senior team members with property acquisition and relocation tasks necessary for project delivery, including securing right-of-entry agreements, reviewing title, conducting property research, drafting offer materials and work order scopes of work, as well as any other property and relocation tasks required to support the delivery of capital projects.

As a team member, you will demonstrate a commitment to LEAN principles and Leader Standard Work, with the ability to apply continuous improvement practices to daily operations consistently delighting the customer.

Proficiency in embracing and leveraging new and emerging technologies to enhance efficiency, transparency, and service delivery is of utmost importance.

You will be expected to demonstrate skills in measuring, tracking, and analyzing performance data to identify opportunities for improvement, drive informed decision-making, and foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and operational excellence.

This position is well suited for an individual with a strong interest in learning and expanding their knowledge of property acquisition practices and skills, while contributing to the successful delivery of wastewater capital projects.

It requires a highly organized and detail-oriented professional with excellent writing and editing abilities, familiarity with real estate principles, and the capacity to read and interpret local and federal codes.

Success in this role depends on being a self-starter who takes initiative, demonstrates accountability, and collaborates effectively with colleagues to ensure that services are delivered on time, in full compliance with regulatory requirements, and with a commitment to environmental responsibility.

With about 1000 employees engaged in planning, designing, building, and operating treatment facilities, King County’s Wastewater Treatment Division is at the forefront of environmental stewardship.

We enforce regulations to reduce harmful waste discharge and actively educate the public and businesses on water quality protection.

We prioritize accountability to our ratepayers and operate a well-managed agency that serves over 2.3 million King County residents.

Our regional wastewater treatment system not only sustains a healthy environment but also fuels economic development, fostering prosperity in our region.

If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative environment, join us in our mission to protect public health and the environment by collecting and cleaning wastewater while recovering valuable resources for a healthy and resilient Puget Sound.

About the Team

The Regulatory Compliance and Land Acquisition teams play a critical role in advancing King County Wastewater Treatment Division’s vision of protecting public health and enhancing the environment through sustainable wastewater management.

Our work ensures that all projects meet federal, state, and local regulatory requirements while securing the property rights necessary to deliver essential infrastructure improvements.

By integrating compliance oversight with strategic, equitable land acquisition practices, the teams help advance King County’s Equity and Social Justice objectives and enable the delivery of reliable, environmentally responsible wastewater infrastructure that service communities fairly and effectively.

Our team culture is collaborative, solution-oriented, and deeply committed to equity.

We prioritize transparency and fairness in property negotiations, ensuring that landowners are treated respectfully and that acquisitions are conducted in accordance with the State and Federal requirements.

We also work closely with diverse communities to minimize impacts and maximize benefits, reflecting King County’s broader equity and social justice goals.

From an environmental perspective, our efforts directly support projects that reduce pollution, improve water quality, and enhance habitat protection. By ensuring regulatory compliance, we safeguard sensitive ecosystems and help the division meet its climate and sustainability commitments.

Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world.

Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees.

As a Real Property Coordinator, you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity

Requirements

What you will be doing:

Property Records & Documentation Management – Maintain and organize right-of-way files, title reports, agreements, and property inventory databases.

Ensure accurate record management and property reporting across SharePoint, MS Teams, PRISM (the division’s internal project management database), and other systems, while inventorying and organizing property records and conducting research.

• Contracts, Payments & Financial Tracking – Manage and track the progression of WO requests for on-call contract services including drafting consultant work order request scoping documents, processing and tracking payments to property owners and vendors, handle P-card purchases, and maintain detailed payment records and tracking matrices.
• Communication & Official Notices – Prepare, mail, and track certified USPS offers and notices; draft and review simple agreements, leases, permits, and rights of entry; and turn work products into templates.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance – Provide QA/QC support for written materials to ensure compliance with ADA standards, King County Wastewater Treatment Division Style Guide, and URA requirements; review templates and property documents for accuracy and manage the routing approvals to management.

Process Optimization & Transparency - Apply technical expertise and rapidly learn new software and tools to develop innovative tracking, reporting, and visual management solutions that improve efficiency, transparency, data integrity, and record keeping.

Use these tools to support equitable service delivery, reduce barriers, and ensure data-informed decisions align with King County’s Equity and Social Justice objectives and Best Run Government principles.

Team & Project Support – Support senior real estate team members with property transactions, document preparation, management and tracking of records and project documentation, negotiations with property owners, and property/title research.

This position requires a general knowledge of, and curiosity about, real estate law and principles, real estate transactions, property management, title review and interpretation, property encumbrances, easements, fee acquisitions, and right-of-entry agreements.

Technology - Understanding of computer software tools, with the interest and aptitude to continue developing these skills.

This includes working with platforms such as Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Excel, other Microsoft Office products, Oracle products, PRISM, and other software based tools.

This role will involve developing and managing the team’s SharePoint site and systems to track project status, records and working documents, and financial information.




Qualifications

Qualifications you bring

• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail, along with clear and effective written communication skills.

Demonstrated technical competence with the ability to quickly learn and apply new software tools.

Experience or aptitude in using technology creatively to develop tracking, organization, reporting, and visual management solutions that improve efficiency, transparency, data integrity, and record keeping.

Experience using computer software tools, such as Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Excel, other Microsoft Office applications, and Oracle products.

• Ability to work collaboratively and problem solve in a team environment with staff from various backgrounds with varying skills, styles and roles.
• General knowledge of real estate law, real estate transactions, property management, title review and interpretation, easements, fee acquisitions, and right of entry agreements or similar areas.
Required licenses:

• Notary Public with electronic endorsement or ability to obtain once hired
• Washington State Driver’s License or the ability to provide transportation to remote work locations with limited or no public transportation service options.
Competencies you bring;
Customer Focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
Tech Savvy: Anticipating and adopting innovations in business- building digital and technology applications.
Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
Optimizes Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Interpersonal Savvy: Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.
Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Racially Just: Identify and replace racists systems and structures with anti-racists and pro-equity approaches.

It would be great if you also bring:

• Training/courses through the International Right of Way Association (or similar) are desirable although not required
• Experience in government right of way profession, property acquisition processes and/or related real estate field is desirable although not required.

Additional Information

Working Conditions:

Work Details: This position follows a hybrid work model, blending remote and in-person work. The ratio of remote to onsite work will be dependent on the business needs and is subject to change. The primary onsite location is the collaboration space at King Street Center - 201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104 and other wastewater treatment facilities.
Requirement: Employees must reside in Washington State and be within reasonable proximity to King County worksites to meet in-person work requirements. Employees will be provided with a County-issued laptop and must maintain a home workspace with an internet connection where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.
Work Schedule: This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is covered under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and is overtime eligible.
Union Representation: Technical Employees' Association (TEA) bargaining unit
Physical Requirement: Field work will require outdoor work with uneven terrain
Workplace Exposures: Work in wastewater facilities, including exposure to chemicals, biohazards, and construction activities


Application and Selection Process:We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.

Anticipated Timeline for this recruitment: (subject to change)

• Panel interview: Onsite interviews will be held April 2026
• Potential follow up interview: Onsite or Virtual Interview April 2026

To apply, submit a:

• Complete Application
• Resume (Required)
• Cover Letter (Required)
• Responses to the supplemental questions

Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.

Who to Contact: For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact danilee@kingcounty.gov

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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.

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