Real Estate Specialist

Education and Experience

- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Real Estate, Business Administration, Business Management, or a related field.

- Minimum 3 years related work experience.

- Any equivalent combination of certifications, education, or experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities for the position.

Licenses, Registration, and Certifications

- Must be able to possess and maintain a valid Class ‘R’ Colorado driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record at time of hire.

Preferred Skills & Competencies

- Construction administration.

- Organization and time management skills.

- Data input. • Research.

- Verbal and written communication.

- Coordination.

- Negotiations.

- Customer service.

- Project management.

An offer of employment may be contingent upon satisfactory results of a post-offer drug test and alcohol. Denver Water tests for the following: amphetamines, cocaine, marijuana (THC), opiates, and phencyclidine (PCP). A strength test may also be conducted due to the physical requirements of the position. This strength test may include lifting, pushing, and pulling various amounts of weight as well as crouching, squatting, and lifting one’s own body weight from various positions. If the position is deemed safety-sensitive or requires a CDL, you will be placed on the random drug and alcohol testing list, which means you may be tested if your name is selected while employed at Denver Water.

Applicants for employment at Denver Water must be authorized to work in the U.S. Denver Water will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Working for Denver Water offers a rewarding and comprehensive employment experience marked by exceptional benefits and a strong organizational culture. Employees enjoy a robust 401(k) plan with employer contributions, a secure pension fund to support long-term financial well-being, and high-quality benefits that include a generous PTO package as well as medical, dental, and vision coverage.

At the heart of Denver Water’s workplace are its core values: vision, integrity, passion, excellence, and respect. These principles guide every aspect of the organization, fostering a collaborative and purpose-driven environment where employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact on the community and the future of water sustainability.

Position Summary

Under general supervision, performs professional, administrative, and management duties of a varied nature. Perform duties associated with property rights including easement acquisitions, amendments, dispositions, license agreements, letters of authorization, plan review related activities, permits, lease management, and pertinent research. Position determines solutions to practical problems using specified professional standards and established criteria. Judgment is used to select and apply existing guidelines to solve problems and accomplish assignments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Perform duties associated with property rights, overall operations and maintenance of assigned properties including commercial, residential, recreational, and ranching properties.

- Perform maintenance and repairs as needed and/or manage maintenance and repair contracts. Manage all contracts related to leased properties.

- Grant and acquire temporary or permanent property rights and acquire property rights for Board installations and use on external properties.

- Conduct plan review on proposed right-of-way and construction plans.

- Create contract documents and leases, ensuring that they follow federal, state, and local laws, and Denver Water rules, standards, and guidelines.

- Perform all duties associated with leasing properties and maintain positive relationships with lessees.

- Acquire and amend existing easements. Negotiate special provisions and adjust easement language.

- Examine titles and title policies.

- Prepare comprehensive reports on findings. Assist in implementing procedural or policy changes and explaining justification.

- Perform property inspections and maintain reports on leased properties.

- Assist in the administration of various property related programs, interpreting guidelines, serving as liaison between sections, providing training, guidance, and direction.

- Review and maintain expenditures, assemble data for budget preparation, and coordinate the production of monthly reports.

- Perform related work as required.

Denver Water is committed to creating a diverse work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status.

Applications will be accepted until a sufficient number is received. Denver Water reserves the right to either close or extend a posting.

We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is prohibited on all Denver Water properties.

Denver Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to building a culturally diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, People of Color, veterans, and people with disabilities.

Anthony Harper

1600 W. 12th Ave.

Denver, CO. 80204-3412

anthony.harper@denverwater.org

EOE/MF