Lands Program Manager - Real Estate

The Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) is seeking a full-time Lands Program Manager – Real Estate. This position will be located in our Boise Staff Office. This position may have telework opportunities. Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date. About the Idaho Department of Lands: Become part of an organization where you will work with dedicated people who are committed and skilled in managing and protecting Idaho's natural resources.

The Idaho Department of Lands (IDL) believes in its employees and values stewardship, service, accountability and cohesiveness. Our goals emphasize our people and processes, financial stewardship, and customer focus. We strive for a culture in which leadership equips, entrusts and expects employees to make decisions in fulfillment of our mission.

View our Strategic Plan here . Under the direction of the Idaho State Board of Land Commissioners , IDL manages more than 2.5 million acres of state endowment trust land under a constitutional mandate to produce maximum long-term financial returns for public schools and several other State of Idaho institutions. Leases and other contracts are used to authorize revenue generating activities such as timber harvest, grazing, farming, mining, commercial use, residential use, and conservation in a prudent and sustainable manner.

Managing endowment trust lands is only part of our story. We also protect public resources such as water quality, fish, wildlife habitat, and recreation on navigable waterways , and ensure the protection of water quality and other resources by overseeing forestry and mining practices across all ownerships in the state.

We also work to reclaim abandoned mines in Idaho. One of our most important resource protection responsibilities is fire prevention and suppression. We also aid landowners in managing their forest lands, work with communities to plant trees in urban settings, help keep working forests working through the Forest Legacy Program, and work with many partners to promote healthy forests on a landscape level.

IDL also is the administrative arm of the Idaho Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. Description To provide leadership for major statewide programs in support of the department's mission, vision and values; perform related work. The programs managed may be in a large disciplinary area or function; or may include diverse functions and/or disciplines.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage land sale and acquisition activities. Work with internal and external stakeholders to position, market, and perform transactional duties for the disposition of State Lands. Work with internal and external stakeholders to identify, perform due diligence, and perform transactional duties for the acquisition of Lands.

Research and analyze property information for land transactions including acquisitions, dispositions, and exchanges. Provide leadership and direction to staff supporting land transactions. Ensure that department policies and program procedures are consistent with current market standards and practices and recommend improvement as appropriate.

Implement quality control/quality assurance measures to produce a high level of data integrity. Audit program activities to ensure consistency of operations and to ensure efficient and effective use of appropriated funds. Research the practices of other states' endowment land programs (or similar institutions) and make recommendations for process improvement and overall program improvement.

Participate in teams and other department work groups. Represent the department on industry and interagency committees and advisory councils. Manage and Develop direct reports through mentorship and training opportunities. Examples of Duties Program Management Responsible for establishing, communicating, and providing clear focus for the strategic direction, goals and priorities of statewide programs.

Understand and work within political and legal environments, gather information on best practices and communicate with industry, special interest groups, and the general public Evaluate, negotiate and develop rules and department policies and procedures and present recommendations to state legislator Review and provide recommendations on state legislation in cooperation with partnering state and federal agencies.

Incumbents administer contracts Provide program auditing to ensure adherence to program requirements and make recommendations to improve activities and address deficiencies May participate on teams that negotiate purchase, land exchange, and other business transactions in their field of expertise Evaluate budget requirements, recommend funding levels and allocations, prioritize uses of funds and monitor activities to ensure consistency in operations, ensuring efficient and effective usage on a statewide basis May oversee the application and awarding of grants and the monitoring of grant projects Develop and regularly update program manuals to reflect current policies and procedures and ensure consistent implementation of practices Prepare and distribute reports and documents necessary to evaluate program performance and efficiency, and in response to statutory reporting requirements of the program Consultation and Training As the subject matter expert, provide technical and policy consultation to department personnel Offer guidance and direction on interpreting and implementing code, rules and department policy Develop and deliver training to department staff state-wide Guidance and training are also provided to other state and federal agencies, local governments and communities, associated organizations and industry and grant recipients Organizational Liaison Coordinating/offering workshops, conferences, writing technical articles, and attending public forums with members of industry and the general public Frequently take a leadership role in coordinating and facilitating cooperation on committees to assist organizations in meeting their objectives Liaison between external organizations, Executive staff, the Land Board and legislators Potentially represent the department on a variety of industry and interagency committees and advisory councils at the local, state and national level Educational outreach may be a significant component Supervision May supervise staff Requires participating in planning available resources to determine the number and timing of seasonal staff, setting objectives, monitoring work and evaluating performance Minimum Qualifications Experience: Managing complex projects which require coordination and direction of several human and physical resources to complete work objectives; and the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

Making recommendations based on an assessment of alternatives using critical thinking and research to enable upper management to make informed decisions. Writing reports such as proposal evaluation documents, white papers, and presentation documents. Working with various groups, individuals, and interests to develop understanding, acceptance, and support for a program.

Negotiating contracts, lease terms, and agreements. Developing programs including establishing goals and strategic direction, budgeting and evaluating results related to administering programs requiring extensive knowledge of the concepts and theories of business administration, land use and real estate law, land entitlement processes, appraisal and marketing.

Interpreting and applying federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations related to real estate transactions, and land entitlement processes. Knowledge Of: Financial analysis methods relating to valuing land transactions, land management, capital purchase or other investment decisions. Desirable Qualifications: Some knowledge of: Quantitative methods for analyzing and valuing real estate transactions.

Understanding of real estate terms, definitions, scheduling, and related processes. Software systems including Geographic Information Systems (GIS), especially ESRI type products, Excel, Word, and project management software. Experience: Serving as a resource, leader, or manager on complex programmatic or technical issues and projects.

Performing Due Diligence on real estate acquisition projects Education: Bachelor's or Graduate degree in Business, Economics, or related major. Supplemental Information Incumbents are responsible for statewide department programs including strategic planning, policy and procedure development, budget management, program administration and program evaluation.

They set program direction and oversee program operations. These managers identify, develop, implement and evaluate program partnerships, cooperative relationships, models and practices that position the program to support department strategic objectives. These positions are considered the technical experts within their professional discipline.

All state employees are expected to participate in emergency services as needed. MQ Specialties Some positions require: Good knowledge of: Land management or business management principles; Real Estate Program. Experience: Interpreting and applying federal and state laws, rules, and regulations in relation to land management or real estate transactions Nature and Scope Critical Competencies for Success: Critical and systems thinking; measuring program outcomes; utilizing and modeling learning organization principles in program and staff leadership and problem solving; listening; clear, persuasive and convincing communication; providing clear focus and direction; confronting difficult issues, identifying alternatives, deciding on a course of action; collaboration; partnering.

Benefits

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/State.

Employees/Benefits.html.* EEO/ADA/Veteran : The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.

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