REAL ESTATE OFFICER 1960
Apply NowCompany: City of Los Angeles, CA
Location: Los Angeles, CA 90011
Description:
Salary: $95,693.00 - $147,057.00 Annually
Location : CITY OF LOS ANGELES, CA
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 1960 OP 2025/03/07 R
Department: ALL DEPARTMENTS
Opening Date: 03/07/2025
Closing Date: 3/20/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
DUTIES
ANNUAL SALARY
$95,693 to $139,896
The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $110,580 to $137,369 and $118,368 to $147,057.
NOTES:
Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer. Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions. For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to http://per.lacity.org/Reciprocity_CityDepts_and_DWP.pdf
A Real Estate Officer negotiates for the lease, acquisition, rental, or sale of real property rights; makes valuation appraisals of real property to be acquired, sold or leased by the City; selects or assists in the selection of appropriate sites or routes for public projects; appraises damages including loss of goodwill and special benefits to private and public property resulting from proposed public improvements or public utility installations; manages City-owned real property; and coordinates property management issues for leased facilities; conducts relocation studies; and relocates persons and/or businesses.
REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)
One year of full-time paid experience as a Real Estate Associate with the City of Los Angeles; or Three years of full-time paid experience as a Real Estate Trainee with the City of Los Angeles; or Graduation from an accredited four year college or university; and two years of full-time paid experience in one or more of the following areas:
a. negotiating for the lease, rental, acquisition, or sale of commercial, residential and/or industrial real property rights;
b. appraising the market value of real property including land and improvements and good will when applicable;
c. managing commercial or industrial real property;
d. providing relocation assistance to persons or businesses.
PROCESS NOTES
Applicants who lack six months or less of the required experience at the time of filing may file for this examination. However, they cannot be appointed until the full experience requirement is met. A valid Class C driver's license issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is required at the time of appointment. Candidates will not be eligible for appointment to these positions if their DMV record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation such as DUI. Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at http://per.lacity.org/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf. Candidates completing the examination process may be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying degree. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their qualifying degree to their on-line application at the time of filing in the Attachments section.
SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION
In accordance with Charter Section 1010 (b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. Only persons possessing the following at the time of filing may be considered for appointment to fill such positions.
Possession of State of California Certificate Appraisal License. Possession of an International Right of Way Association (IRWA) Relocation Certificate.
Applicants must attach a copy of the State of California Appraisal License, or International Right of Way Association Relocation Certificate to the on-line application at the time of filing. The license and/or certificate must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the license and/or certificate is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the license and/or certificate. Applicants who fail to submit the license and/or certificate at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered for the Selective Certification.
WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the "Apply" icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity.
NOTE:
Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.
Applications must be received by THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 2025
In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the interview in the following order: 1) Los Angeles City Promotional applicants who meet the minimum requirements. You must have received a regular appointment to a City position or be on a reserve list to apply for this examination as a promotional candidate; 2) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles on a part-time or exempt basis who meet the minimum requirements; 3) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applications submitted during the filing period may be kept on file in the event that additional applicants need to be tested to meet hiring needs.
SELECTION PROCESS
Examination Weights:
Multiple-Choice Test - Qualifying
Essay - Advisory
Interview - 100%
The examination will consist of a qualifying multiple-choice test, an advisory essay exercise, and an interview. The qualifying multiple-choice test will be administered and proctored on-line, and the following competencies may be evaluated: Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: principles and practices of negotiation for the acquisition, sale, and lease of real property; principles and practices of property management and appraisal of all types of real property; real estate law including agency contracts, legal instruments, and the practices and procedures of real property conveyances; sources, significance, and interpretation of information useful in the appraisal of real property, including legal descriptions and property maps; principles and practices of financing real estate acquisitions; methods for identifying trends and factors affecting land and building values; advertising media and practices; uses and organization of records affecting land titles kept by public agencies and title companies; methods of conducting field investigations and analysis of relevant data; legal and engineering documents and descriptions, appraisal reports, ordinances and contracts; financial analysis such as mortgage calculations, present and future values, payment, term and rate; and other necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to https://personnel.lacity.gov/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Real Estate Officer.
Prior to the qualifying multiple-choice test, candidates will be required to prepare some written material related to duties and responsibilities of a Real Estate Officer. This essay material will not be separately scored, but will be presented to the interview board for review and consideration, which may include discussion, in the overall evaluation of the candidate. Those who do not complete the advisory essay will not be invited to the qualifying multiple-choice test and will be considered to have failed the entire examination. To be considered complete, the advisory essay must include a substantive response for each question or problem included in the advisory essay for which a candidate is required to provide an answer. Please note that candidates must complete the advisory essay and meet the minimum qualifications as stated on this bulletin in order to be considered further in the examination process.
The advisory essay will be administered on-line. Candidates invited to participate in the examination will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the specific steps needed to complete the on-line advisory essay. Candidates will be required to complete the on-line advisory essay between MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2025 and MONDAY, MAY 5, 2025. Candidates who fail to complete the advisory essay as instructed may be disqualified.
The qualifying multiple-choice test will be proctored and administered on-line during a single session. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line multiple-choice test will be able to take the test as instructed from a remote location (i.e., their home) using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the dates and specific steps on how to take the qualifying multiple-choice test on-line. The remote proctored multiple-choice test will be administered between TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2025 and MONDAY, JUNE 16, 2025. Candidates who do not complete and submit the remote proctored multiple-choice test on-line using a computer by the specified date and time will not be considered further in this examination.
FAQs for on-line testing are available at https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html. Only candidates who demonstrate a hardship may be offered the option to take the multiple-choice test onsite at a City facility.
Passing Score for Qualifying Multiple-Choice Test
The passing score for the qualifying multiple-choice test will be determined by Personnel Department staff after the qualifying multiple-choice test is administered. Consideration will be given to the number of candidates taking the test and the existing and anticipated number of vacancies, such that there are a sufficient number of eligibles on the list to satisfy current and future vacancies for the next two years. Therefore, the passing score for the qualifying multiple-choice test may be set at, above, or below 70%
Candidates must complete the advisory essay and achieve a passing score on the qualifying multiple-choice test in order to be invited to the interview.
The examination score will be based entirely on the interview. In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated: Judgment and Decision Making; Analytical Ability; Attention to Detail; Fact Finding; Responsiveness and Follow-Up; Customer Service; Oral Communication; Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: principles and practices of negotiation for the acquisition, sale, and lease of real property; principles and practices of property management and appraisal of all types of real property; real estate law including agency contracts, legal instruments, and the practices and procedures of real property conveyances; sources, significance, and interpretation of information useful in the appraisal of real property, including legal descriptions and property maps; principles and practices of financing real estate acquisitions; methods for identifying trends and factors affecting land and building values; advertising media and practices; uses and organization of records affecting land titles kept by public agencies and title companies; methods of conducting field investigations and analysis of relevant data; legal and engineering documents and descriptions, appraisal reports, ordinances and contracts; financial analysis such as mortgage calculations, present and future values, payment, term and rate; and other necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Candidates will be notified later by e-mail of the date, time, and location of the interview, which may be held in Los Angeles or on-line.
NOTES:
This examination is based on a validation study, and as provided by Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the multiple-choice test will not be subject to candidate inspection. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin. As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf. A final average score of 70% in the interview portion of the examination is required to be placed on the eligible list. In conjunction with Civil Service Rules, applicants who are current eligible City employees or are on a reserve list will be considered Promotional candidates while all other applicants will be considered Open candidates. Seniority credit at the rate of 0.25 of a point for each year of continuous classified City service will be added to the weighted test score of each promotional candidate. The promotional list will ordinarily be used ahead of the open competitive list. However, if open competitive candidates receive a higher score, without military credits, than the highest available promotional candidate, after adding seniority credit at the rate of 0.25 of a point for each year of continuous classified City service, the Civil Service Commission, upon request of the appointing authority, may approve certification of such open competitive candidates ahead of the promotional candidates.
Notice:
If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.
THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN BOTH ON AN
INTERDEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL AND OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS
The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html
There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees:
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To be PROPERLY AND PROMPTLY notified of the status of my application, I UNDERSTAND that I MUST provide on my City application, the following information:
-Working E-mail address
-Telephone Number
-Official social security number
I UNDERSTAND that I MUST provide a working email address on my application where I will receive notifications regarding the status of my application and the selection process.
I UNDERSTAND that important information regarding the status of my application and the selection process will only be sent via E-MAIL to the email address I provided.
I UNDERSTAND that it is MY RESPONSIBILITY to ensure that the email address I provided is a working email and that I will check my email regularly to ensure I receive any communication as it relates to the examination promptly.
I UNDERSTAND that the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department is NOT RESPONSIBLE for any lost or redirected emails and that it is MY RESPONSIBILITY to add info@governmentjobs.com to my email contact list to avoid email notifications related to this examination from being classified as "spam" or "junk" mail.
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I UNDERSTAND that I am required to describe, IN DETAIL, my appropriate qualifying experience in the Work Experience Section of my application.
I UNDERSTAND that, if qualifying with my City experience, that I MUST indicate my appropriate job classification in my work history and NOT ANY WORKING TITLE that I believe is designated to me.
I UNDERSTAND that if I attach a resume and/or cover letter IN LIEU of completing the Work Experience Section, my application is INCOMPLETE and WILL NOT be considered for this examination, and my application WILL NOT be further processed.
In addition to including my qualifying experience, I UNDERSTAND that I should list ALL jobs, regardless of duration, including part-time jobs, military service and any periods of unemployment during my entire work history.
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I am currently:
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Requirement 1I have the following amount of full-time paid experience as a Real Estate Associate with the City of Los Angeles
IMPORTANT NOTESThis experience must me listed on the work experience section of the application; failure to do so will result in a disqualification.Experience in Temporary Assignments, acting pay and in-lieu assignments working out of classification will NOT be considered qualifying experience and therefore will not accepted for this examination.;
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Requirement 2I have the following amount of full-time paid experience as a Real Estate Trainee with the City of Los AngelesIMPORTANT NOTESThis experience must me listed on the work experience section of the application; failure to do so will result in a disqualification.
Experience in Temporary Assignments, acting pay and in-lieu assignments working out of classification will NOT be considered qualifying experience and therefore will not accepted for this examination.;
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Requirement 3I have graduated from an accredited four year college or university: IMPORTANT NOTES:This experience must me listed on the work experience section of the application; failure to do so will result in a disqualification.Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at http://per.lacity.org/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf.
Candidates completing the examination process may be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying degree. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their qualifying degree to their on-line application at the time of filing in the Attachments section.
Please make sure this education information is also listed in the Education Section of the online application, failure to do so may result in your application being considered as incomplete and your application may not be processed further.
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Requirement 3aI have the following amount of full-time paid experience in negotiating for the lease, rental, acquisition, or sale of commercial, residential and/or industrial real property rights
Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
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List the employer(s) and dates where you gained the experience in Question #7Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
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Requirement 3bI have the following amount of full-time paid experience in appraising the market value of real property including land and improvements and good will when applicable
Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
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List the employer(s) and dates where you gained the experience in Question #9Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
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Requirement 3cI have the following amount of full-time paid experience experience in managing commercial or industrial real property
Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
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List the employer(s) and dates where you gained the experience in Question #11Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
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Requirement 3dI have the following amount of full-time paid experience in providing relocation assistance to persons or businesses.Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
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List the employer(s) and dates where you gained the experience in Question #13Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
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SELECTIVE CERTIFICATIONIn accordance with Charter Section 1010 (b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. Only persons possessing the following at the time of filing may be considered for appointment to fill such positions.
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SELECTIVE CERTIFICATIONI possess a State of California Certificate Appraisal License.
Applicants must attach a copy of the State of California Appraisal License, or International Right of Way Association Relocation Certificate to the on-line application at the time of filing. The license and/or certificate must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the license and/or certificate is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the license and/or certificate. Applicants who fail to submit the license and/or certificate at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered for the Selective Certification.
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SELECTIVE CERTIFICATIONI possess an International Right of Way Association (IRWA) Relocation Certificate.
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IMPORTANT NOTE:I have read the above questions carefully and answered each one accurately. I understand that if I do not provide correct information that my application will be disqualified and will not be considered further for this examination.
I understand that if I submit more than one application, my newest application will be considered and all others will be considered duplicates and will not be reviewed.
You should include in the work experience section of your application any jobs you wish to be considered as you will be unable to add or change your information after submission.
Required Question
Location : CITY OF LOS ANGELES, CA
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 1960 OP 2025/03/07 R
Department: ALL DEPARTMENTS
Opening Date: 03/07/2025
Closing Date: 3/20/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
DUTIES
ANNUAL SALARY
$95,693 to $139,896
The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $110,580 to $137,369 and $118,368 to $147,057.
NOTES:
A Real Estate Officer negotiates for the lease, acquisition, rental, or sale of real property rights; makes valuation appraisals of real property to be acquired, sold or leased by the City; selects or assists in the selection of appropriate sites or routes for public projects; appraises damages including loss of goodwill and special benefits to private and public property resulting from proposed public improvements or public utility installations; manages City-owned real property; and coordinates property management issues for leased facilities; conducts relocation studies; and relocates persons and/or businesses.
REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)
a. negotiating for the lease, rental, acquisition, or sale of commercial, residential and/or industrial real property rights;
b. appraising the market value of real property including land and improvements and good will when applicable;
c. managing commercial or industrial real property;
d. providing relocation assistance to persons or businesses.
PROCESS NOTES
SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION
In accordance with Charter Section 1010 (b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. Only persons possessing the following at the time of filing may be considered for appointment to fill such positions.
Applicants must attach a copy of the State of California Appraisal License, or International Right of Way Association Relocation Certificate to the on-line application at the time of filing. The license and/or certificate must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the license and/or certificate is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the license and/or certificate. Applicants who fail to submit the license and/or certificate at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered for the Selective Certification.
WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the "Apply" icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity.
NOTE:
Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.
Applications must be received by THURSDAY, MARCH 20, 2025
In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the interview in the following order: 1) Los Angeles City Promotional applicants who meet the minimum requirements. You must have received a regular appointment to a City position or be on a reserve list to apply for this examination as a promotional candidate; 2) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles on a part-time or exempt basis who meet the minimum requirements; 3) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applications submitted during the filing period may be kept on file in the event that additional applicants need to be tested to meet hiring needs.
SELECTION PROCESS
Examination Weights:
Multiple-Choice Test - Qualifying
Essay - Advisory
Interview - 100%
The examination will consist of a qualifying multiple-choice test, an advisory essay exercise, and an interview. The qualifying multiple-choice test will be administered and proctored on-line, and the following competencies may be evaluated: Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: principles and practices of negotiation for the acquisition, sale, and lease of real property; principles and practices of property management and appraisal of all types of real property; real estate law including agency contracts, legal instruments, and the practices and procedures of real property conveyances; sources, significance, and interpretation of information useful in the appraisal of real property, including legal descriptions and property maps; principles and practices of financing real estate acquisitions; methods for identifying trends and factors affecting land and building values; advertising media and practices; uses and organization of records affecting land titles kept by public agencies and title companies; methods of conducting field investigations and analysis of relevant data; legal and engineering documents and descriptions, appraisal reports, ordinances and contracts; financial analysis such as mortgage calculations, present and future values, payment, term and rate; and other necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to https://personnel.lacity.gov/jobs/job-analyses.cfm and clicking on Competencies under Real Estate Officer.
Prior to the qualifying multiple-choice test, candidates will be required to prepare some written material related to duties and responsibilities of a Real Estate Officer. This essay material will not be separately scored, but will be presented to the interview board for review and consideration, which may include discussion, in the overall evaluation of the candidate. Those who do not complete the advisory essay will not be invited to the qualifying multiple-choice test and will be considered to have failed the entire examination. To be considered complete, the advisory essay must include a substantive response for each question or problem included in the advisory essay for which a candidate is required to provide an answer. Please note that candidates must complete the advisory essay and meet the minimum qualifications as stated on this bulletin in order to be considered further in the examination process.
The advisory essay will be administered on-line. Candidates invited to participate in the examination will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the specific steps needed to complete the on-line advisory essay. Candidates will be required to complete the on-line advisory essay between MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2025 and MONDAY, MAY 5, 2025. Candidates who fail to complete the advisory essay as instructed may be disqualified.
The qualifying multiple-choice test will be proctored and administered on-line during a single session. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line multiple-choice test will be able to take the test as instructed from a remote location (i.e., their home) using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the dates and specific steps on how to take the qualifying multiple-choice test on-line. The remote proctored multiple-choice test will be administered between TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2025 and MONDAY, JUNE 16, 2025. Candidates who do not complete and submit the remote proctored multiple-choice test on-line using a computer by the specified date and time will not be considered further in this examination.
FAQs for on-line testing are available at https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html. Only candidates who demonstrate a hardship may be offered the option to take the multiple-choice test onsite at a City facility.
Passing Score for Qualifying Multiple-Choice Test
The passing score for the qualifying multiple-choice test will be determined by Personnel Department staff after the qualifying multiple-choice test is administered. Consideration will be given to the number of candidates taking the test and the existing and anticipated number of vacancies, such that there are a sufficient number of eligibles on the list to satisfy current and future vacancies for the next two years. Therefore, the passing score for the qualifying multiple-choice test may be set at, above, or below 70%
Candidates must complete the advisory essay and achieve a passing score on the qualifying multiple-choice test in order to be invited to the interview.
The examination score will be based entirely on the interview. In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated: Judgment and Decision Making; Analytical Ability; Attention to Detail; Fact Finding; Responsiveness and Follow-Up; Customer Service; Oral Communication; Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: principles and practices of negotiation for the acquisition, sale, and lease of real property; principles and practices of property management and appraisal of all types of real property; real estate law including agency contracts, legal instruments, and the practices and procedures of real property conveyances; sources, significance, and interpretation of information useful in the appraisal of real property, including legal descriptions and property maps; principles and practices of financing real estate acquisitions; methods for identifying trends and factors affecting land and building values; advertising media and practices; uses and organization of records affecting land titles kept by public agencies and title companies; methods of conducting field investigations and analysis of relevant data; legal and engineering documents and descriptions, appraisal reports, ordinances and contracts; financial analysis such as mortgage calculations, present and future values, payment, term and rate; and other necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Candidates will be notified later by e-mail of the date, time, and location of the interview, which may be held in Los Angeles or on-line.
NOTES:
Notice:
If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.
THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN BOTH ON AN
INTERDEPARTMENTAL PROMOTIONAL AND OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS
The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html
There are many things to consider in a new employer. Visit the following webpage to view benefits the City of Los Angeles offers its employees:
01
To be PROPERLY AND PROMPTLY notified of the status of my application, I UNDERSTAND that I MUST provide on my City application, the following information:
-Working E-mail address
-Telephone Number
-Official social security number
I UNDERSTAND that I MUST provide a working email address on my application where I will receive notifications regarding the status of my application and the selection process.
I UNDERSTAND that important information regarding the status of my application and the selection process will only be sent via E-MAIL to the email address I provided.
I UNDERSTAND that it is MY RESPONSIBILITY to ensure that the email address I provided is a working email and that I will check my email regularly to ensure I receive any communication as it relates to the examination promptly.
I UNDERSTAND that the City of Los Angeles Personnel Department is NOT RESPONSIBLE for any lost or redirected emails and that it is MY RESPONSIBILITY to add info@governmentjobs.com to my email contact list to avoid email notifications related to this examination from being classified as "spam" or "junk" mail.
- I have read these statements to their fullest and will provide a working e-mail address on my application in order to receive status of my application regarding this examination.
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I UNDERSTAND that I am required to describe, IN DETAIL, my appropriate qualifying experience in the Work Experience Section of my application.
I UNDERSTAND that, if qualifying with my City experience, that I MUST indicate my appropriate job classification in my work history and NOT ANY WORKING TITLE that I believe is designated to me.
I UNDERSTAND that if I attach a resume and/or cover letter IN LIEU of completing the Work Experience Section, my application is INCOMPLETE and WILL NOT be considered for this examination, and my application WILL NOT be further processed.
In addition to including my qualifying experience, I UNDERSTAND that I should list ALL jobs, regardless of duration, including part-time jobs, military service and any periods of unemployment during my entire work history.
- I have read these statements to their entirety and understand them completely and to their fullest.
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I am currently:
- A City of Los Angeles employee having received a regular appointment.
- An exempt or emergency City of Los Angeles employee, but have civil service status.
- An exempt or emergency City of Los Angeles employee, without receiving civil service status.
- A City of Los Angeles employee in a temporary training position.
- A City of Los Angeles employee on a part-time basis.
- On a regular reserve list for the City of Los Angeles.
- Not employed with the City of Los Angeles.
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Requirement 1I have the following amount of full-time paid experience as a Real Estate Associate with the City of Los Angeles
IMPORTANT NOTESThis experience must me listed on the work experience section of the application; failure to do so will result in a disqualification.Experience in Temporary Assignments, acting pay and in-lieu assignments working out of classification will NOT be considered qualifying experience and therefore will not accepted for this examination.;
- Between 1 and 5 months
- Between 6 and 11 months
- 12 months or more
- THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO ME.
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Requirement 2I have the following amount of full-time paid experience as a Real Estate Trainee with the City of Los AngelesIMPORTANT NOTESThis experience must me listed on the work experience section of the application; failure to do so will result in a disqualification.
Experience in Temporary Assignments, acting pay and in-lieu assignments working out of classification will NOT be considered qualifying experience and therefore will not accepted for this examination.;
- Between 1 and 11 months
- Between 12 and 23 months
- Between 24 and 29 months
- Between 30 and 35 months
- 36 months or more
- THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO ME.
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Requirement 3I have graduated from an accredited four year college or university: IMPORTANT NOTES:This experience must me listed on the work experience section of the application; failure to do so will result in a disqualification.Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at http://per.lacity.org/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf.
Candidates completing the examination process may be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying degree. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their qualifying degree to their on-line application at the time of filing in the Attachments section.
Please make sure this education information is also listed in the Education Section of the online application, failure to do so may result in your application being considered as incomplete and your application may not be processed further.
- Yes
- THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO ME.
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Requirement 3aI have the following amount of full-time paid experience in negotiating for the lease, rental, acquisition, or sale of commercial, residential and/or industrial real property rights
Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
- Between 1 and 11 months
- Between 12 and 17 months
- Between 18 and 23 months
- 24 months or more
- THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO ME.
08
List the employer(s) and dates where you gained the experience in Question #7Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
09
Requirement 3bI have the following amount of full-time paid experience in appraising the market value of real property including land and improvements and good will when applicable
Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
- Between 1 and 11 months
- Between 12 and 17 months
- Between 18 and 23 months
- 24 month sor more
- THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO ME.
10
List the employer(s) and dates where you gained the experience in Question #9Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
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Requirement 3cI have the following amount of full-time paid experience experience in managing commercial or industrial real property
Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
- Between 1 and 11 months
- Between 12 months and 17 months
- Between 18 and 23 months
- 24 months or more
- THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO ME.
12
List the employer(s) and dates where you gained the experience in Question #11Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
13
Requirement 3dI have the following amount of full-time paid experience in providing relocation assistance to persons or businesses.Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
- Between 1 and 11 months
- Between 12 and 17 months
- Between 18 and 23 months
- 24 months or more
- THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO ME.
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List the employer(s) and dates where you gained the experience in Question #13Please provide a detailed description of this experience in the Work Experience section of this application. Failure to provide this information may result in your disqualification.
15
SELECTIVE CERTIFICATIONIn accordance with Charter Section 1010 (b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training. Only persons possessing the following at the time of filing may be considered for appointment to fill such positions.
- I have read these statements to their entirety and understand them completely and to their fullest.
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SELECTIVE CERTIFICATIONI possess a State of California Certificate Appraisal License.
Applicants must attach a copy of the State of California Appraisal License, or International Right of Way Association Relocation Certificate to the on-line application at the time of filing. The license and/or certificate must be attached to the on-line application BEFORE the application is submitted. If the license and/or certificate is attached AFTER the on-line application has been submitted, it will not be available to the City and applicants WILL NOT be credited with having submitted the license and/or certificate. Applicants who fail to submit the license and/or certificate at the time of filing by attaching it to the on-line application will not be considered for the Selective Certification.
- Yes
- THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO ME
17
SELECTIVE CERTIFICATIONI possess an International Right of Way Association (IRWA) Relocation Certificate.
- Yes
- No
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IMPORTANT NOTE:I have read the above questions carefully and answered each one accurately. I understand that if I do not provide correct information that my application will be disqualified and will not be considered further for this examination.
I understand that if I submit more than one application, my newest application will be considered and all others will be considered duplicates and will not be reviewed.
You should include in the work experience section of your application any jobs you wish to be considered as you will be unable to add or change your information after submission.
- Yes, I have read the above statements carefully and understand them to their fullest.
Required Question