SENIOR REAL PROPERTY AGENT
Apply NowCompany: County of Los Angeles, CA
Location: Los Angeles, CA 90011
Description:
Salary : $96,829.20 - $123,596.88 Annually
Location : Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: C2059I
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date: 04/15/2025
Closing Date: 4/29/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Position/Program Information
Exam Number:
C2059I
When to apply:
We will be accepting online applications on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 8:00 AM (PT) until Tuesday, April 29, 2025 before 5:00 PM (PT).
Who May Apply:
We welcome applications from any County employee.
This opportunity is available for current Los Angeles County employees who have successfully finished their initial probationary period.
Current employees in unclassified service in the County of Los Angeles who meet the following criteria also qualify to participate in this exam:
Or
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 42 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment.
Why work for us?
For more information about the outstanding benefits offered by Los Angeles County, please visit us here: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/
If you have questions about working for LA County, including current open recruitments, tips on crafting a resume or acing an interview, career planning, or any other general information, please visit our website at
Don't miss an opportunity to join our team!
Withholds or Out-of-Class experience will not be accepted for this examination.
Requirements must be fully met by the last day of filing and clearly indicated on the application.
Essential Job Functions
A Senior Real Property Agent is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions:
Requirements
Requirement to Qualify:
Option I: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, which also includes real estate courses totaling 15 semester units* AND three years of experience at the level of Real Property Agent II**in either of the following: appraising, acquiring, selling, leasing, or managing real property, of which two years must have involved commercial or industrial property OR facilities project design, development, or space management
OPTION II: Two years' experience performing real property analysis, appraisal, sale, lease, relocation or concession and franchise negotiation for public use as a Real Property Agent II** within the County of Los Angeles.
PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*To qualify under Option I, you must include a legible copy of your official transcripts within five (5) business days from the end of the filing period. Please submit documentation to and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: (Download PDFreader) and (Download PDF reader).
We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. Please let me know if you have any questions or need further clarification.
** For more information on the Real Property Agent II class specification click
Additional Information
Once we have identified that you meet the requirements, an invitation regarding the following assessment processes will be sent:
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of TWO (2) parts:
Part I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 50%, assessing:
Part II: An evaluation of Training and Experience, weighted 50%, assessing:
Applicants must meet the requirements and achieve 70% or higher on the combined score of Parts I and II in order to be placed on the eligible list.
NOTE: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add PWexams@lacounty.gov, klent@hr.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com, and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
EXAM REVIEW: Some exam components are not subject to review by candidates. Multiple choice and/or simulation assessments are not reviewable by candidates per civil service rule 7.19.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.
TEST PREPARATION:
We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.
Various information can be found on our website at . The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."
Online practice tests are available at .
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of Twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The list of successful candidates created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Public Works as they occur.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United Stares. we are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ADRI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Department Contact Name: Nelli Mirzoyan
Department Contact Phone: (626) 458-2141
Department Contact Email: PWexams@dpw.lacounty.gov
ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 458-2141
Teletype Phone: (626) 282-7829
California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit:
Testing Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit:
Fair Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at
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All exam notifications including invitation letters, result letters, and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add PWexams@dpw.lacounty.gov, noreply@governmentjobs.com, and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notifications to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of an exam component.
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Applicants have the ability to opt out of emails from Los Angeles County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive email notifications for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. If you choose to unsubscribe, you can check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com to view your profile inbox. Exam scores cannot be disclosed over the phone.
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The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. CHECK YOUR ANSWER CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.
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Are you currently a County of Los Angeles employee and have completed your initial probationary period?
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If you are a County of Los Angeles employee, enter your 6-digit employee ID.
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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college which includes at least 15 semester units or 22.5 quarter units of equivalent coursework ?To qualify under Option I, you must include a legible copy of your official transcripts within five (5) business days from the end of the filing period. Please submit documentation to PWexams@dpw.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf (Download PDFreader) and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf (Download PDF reader). We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. Please let me know if you have any questions or need further clarification.
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If you answered "Yes" to question #6, did you attach a legible copy of your diploma or transcripts with the application? Select "No" if this does not apply.
08
Do you have at least three years' of experience in appraising, acquiring, selling, leasing, or managing real property AT THE LEVEL OF Real Property Agent ll**, two years of which must have involved commercial or industrial property?
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In order to receive credit for question 8, please describe your experience. Also include your position title, immediate supervisor name(s) and phone number, dates of employment (month/year) and duties for each position title. If you have no experience, then indicate "N/A."
10
Do you have three years of experience in facilities project design, development or space management at the level of Real Property Agent ll?
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In order to receive credit for question 10, please describe your experience. Also include your position title, immediate supervisor name(s) and phone number, dates of employment (month/year) and duties for each position title. If you have no experience, then indicate "N/A."
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Do you have at least two years' experience performing real property analysis, appraisal, sale, lease, relocation or concession and franchise negotiation for public use AS A Real Property Agent II in the county of Los Angeles Service?To qualify under Option II, candidates must hold the item of Real Property Agent II within the county of Los Angeles.
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In order to receive credit for question 12, please describe your experience. Also include your position title, immediate supervisor name(s) and phone number, dates of employment (month/year) and duties for each position title. If you have no experience, then indicate "N/A."
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Training and Experience General Information: This Training & Experience (T&E) Questionnaire is a self-assessment. You will respond to questions about your training and experience related to having acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of a Senior Real Property Agent. All information that you provide is subject to verification. The assessment will evaluate the following competencies:1. Professional/Technical Knowledge - Knowledge of laws, codes, regulations, principles, and practices pertaining to real estate transactions (e.g., purchase, lease, sale) in order to ensure purchases, sales, and leases are completed properly.2. Professional/Technical Knowledge - Knowledge of techniques, procedures, principles, and methods used in real estate transactions (e.g., purchase, lease, sale) regarding inspections, appraisals, foreclosures, and analysis of financial data. 3. Professional/Technical Knowledge - Knowledge of terminology in legal instruments pertaining to real estate transactions such as deeds, leases, licenses, maps, and construction drawings in order to appropriately process real estate transactions.4. Negotiation - Creates rapport and trust with parties having divergent interests or goals. Has a clear concept of an acceptable outcome. Works from a strong knowledge base. Seeks mutually agreeable trade-offs in deal-making. Wins concessions from others. Questions and counters others' proposals without damaging relationships. Holds ground appropriately; knows when and how to tactically walk away.5. Written Communication - Reading and writing various work-related documents (e.g., memoranda, letters, policies, etc.) by applying knowledge of the structure and content of the English language (i.e., the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar) to comprehend written materials and compose work-related documents that are technically correct and convey information effectively at a level appropriate for the target audience.6. Software Skills - Knowledge of how to use a personal computer (desktop, laptop, or hand-held devices), including operating systems (e.g., MS Windows) and standard office efficiency software applications (e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, property management system) as needed to create documents, store and analyze data, create presentations, read and write email messages, etc.Exam WeightThis assessment is weighted 50%. All completed questionnaires will be scored according to standardized criteria.Instructions for CompletionCarefully read the official County job bulletin for this examination.You will receive points for each question based on the response(s) you provide. You will receive zero points for any question on which you: a) do not provide a response, or b) do not provide a brief description from your training and/or experience, when prompted, that supports the response(s) you have indicated. If you do not have experience related to a question, please type "NA" in the comment box.Certification StatementBy completing the following, I hereby attest that all information I have provided in this T&E Questionnaire is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that Human Resources staff may contact my employers to verify the information that I have provided. I understand that any misrepresentations, falsifications, or omissions of material facts violates Civil Service Rules and may subject me to actions including removal from this examination.Furthermore, I certify that I will not disclose the questions used in this examination to any candidate nor will I provide any information to anyone concerning anything related to the questions posed to me other than concerned parties in an official protest or appeal. I understand that violation of this agreement can result in my disqualification from this examination as provided by Civil Service Rules.
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Which of the following real estate transaction(s) have you negotiated*? (Select all that apply)*Negotiated is defined as understanding the goals and objectives of the transaction, reviewing relevant materials to prepare for the initial contact with the other party, and engaging in subsequent interactions or providing answers or additional information leading to mutual agreement.Note: The real estate transactions below do not involve single-family or multi-family properties.
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In the textbox below, please provide at least one example for each real estate transaction you have selected above and provide a brief description of your experience negotiating each. You must also include your employer name, job title, supervisor name and contact information, dates of employment and duties for each position title. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. If you have no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Which of the following activities have you performed within the scope of managing real estate contracts for a minimum of 1 year? (Select all that apply)
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In the textbox below, please provide a brief description of each activity you have performed within the scope of managing real estate contracts as indicated above. You must also include your employer name, job title, supervisor name and contact information, dates of employment and duties for each position title. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. If you have no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Which of the following documents and/or reports do you have experience in preparing* and/or reviewing from those listed below? (Select all that apply)*Preparing documents and reports is defined as authoring, composing, organizing, and writing the initial draft and subsequent versions.
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In the textbox below, please provide a description of each document and/or report you have experience preparing as selected above. You must also include your employer name, job title, supervisor name and contact information, dates of employment and duties for each position title. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. If you have no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Indicate which of the following stakeholders you have independently* negotiated** with in order to complete real estate transactions*** from those listed below. (Select all that apply)*Independently is defined as performing assignments to completion with minimal supervision.**Negotiating to complete real estate transactions includes understanding the goals and objectives of the transaction, reviewing relevant materials to prepare for the initial contact with the other party, and engaging in subsequent interactions or providing answers or additional information leading to mutual agreement.***Real estate transactions include analyzing and interpreting appraisals, negotiating real estate transactions and agreements (e.g., lease, sale, purchase, etc.), managing real estate contracts (e.g., rent adjustments, insurance compliance, contract enforcement, etc.), monitoring existing agreements (e.g., performing site visits to ensure contract compliance), and/or preparing real estate documents related to purchase, sale, and lease (e.g., deeds, leases, reconveyances).
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In the textbox below, please provide a detailed description of at least one real estate transaction negotiated with each stakeholder selected above. You must also include your job title, supervisor name and contact information, dates of employment and duties for each position title. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. If you have no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Indicate the software applications you have professional experience using (Select all that apply). Examples of proficient use are listed after each device/software.
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Briefly describe at least one assignment that illustrates your experience using each software application selected above. Note - One project may count toward multiple software applications. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. If you have no experience, indicate "N/A."
Required Question
Location : Los Angeles County, CA
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: C2059I
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Opening Date: 04/15/2025
Closing Date: 4/29/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Position/Program Information
Exam Number:
C2059I
When to apply:
We will be accepting online applications on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 8:00 AM (PT) until Tuesday, April 29, 2025 before 5:00 PM (PT).
Who May Apply:
We welcome applications from any County employee.
This opportunity is available for current Los Angeles County employees who have successfully finished their initial probationary period.
Current employees in unclassified service in the County of Los Angeles who meet the following criteria also qualify to participate in this exam:
- Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service.
Or
- Full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service by the last day of filing or at the time of filing the application.
With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation. As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 42 diverse departments and over 2,300 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are Los Angeles County Public Works, the largest municipal Public Works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment.
Why work for us?
For more information about the outstanding benefits offered by Los Angeles County, please visit us here: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/
If you have questions about working for LA County, including current open recruitments, tips on crafting a resume or acing an interview, career planning, or any other general information, please visit our website at
Don't miss an opportunity to join our team!
Withholds or Out-of-Class experience will not be accepted for this examination.
Requirements must be fully met by the last day of filing and clearly indicated on the application.
Essential Job Functions
A Senior Real Property Agent is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions:
- Supervises a group of Real Property Agents performing negotiations for rights of way, leases, purchase, sale, management, title, escrow, concessions, franchises, or other major phases of real property work.
- Supervises the preparation of deeds, leases, reconveyances, agreements, maps, and other documents involved in real property transactions and management.
- Prepares or reviews complex leases, negotiations, or purchases of real property for highways, public building sites, park sites, Flood Control facilities and for other general public purposes.
- Analyzes and interprets appraisals on complex high value properties to be used in condemnation suits, major leases for County governmental offices, or sale or lease of properties.
- Supervises the management, operation, and maintenance of properties acquired by the County and the Flood Control District.
- Appraises real property for the purpose of determining market or fair rental value in the negotiation of leases, rights of way, and excess sales.
- Prepares recommendations and reports for the Board of Supervisors, governmental agencies and officials.
- Performs special County-wide or difficult real property management assignments as necessary.
- Supervises the inspection of or personally inspects alterations being made, or buildings being erected under lease arrangements, to ensure the agreed lessor-lessee specifications are being met.
- Advises subordinates and representatives of County Counsel on pretrial and trial proceedings and reviews settlements being made during such proceedings.
Requirements
Requirement to Qualify:
Option I: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, which also includes real estate courses totaling 15 semester units* AND three years of experience at the level of Real Property Agent II**in either of the following: appraising, acquiring, selling, leasing, or managing real property, of which two years must have involved commercial or industrial property OR facilities project design, development, or space management
OPTION II: Two years' experience performing real property analysis, appraisal, sale, lease, relocation or concession and franchise negotiation for public use as a Real Property Agent II** within the County of Los Angeles.
PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:
*To qualify under Option I, you must include a legible copy of your official transcripts within five (5) business days from the end of the filing period. Please submit documentation to and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: (Download PDFreader) and (Download PDF reader).
We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. Please let me know if you have any questions or need further clarification.
** For more information on the Real Property Agent II class specification click
Additional Information
Once we have identified that you meet the requirements, an invitation regarding the following assessment processes will be sent:
EXAMINATION CONTENT:
This examination will consist of TWO (2) parts:
Part I: A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s), weighted 50%, assessing:
- Management Potential
- Working to High Quality Standards
- Responsibility
- Achievement
- Willingness to Learn
- Accepting Others
- Showing Courtesy
- Working Relationships
- Analyzing Information
- Learning Quickly
- Compliance with Rules and Regulations
- Adapting to Change
- Controlling Emotions
- Working Energetically
- Deductive Reasoning
Part II: An evaluation of Training and Experience, weighted 50%, assessing:
- Professional/Technical Knowledge of:
- Laws, codes, regulations, principles, practices, techniques, procedures, and methods pertaining to real property transactions
- Terminology in legal instruments pertaining to real estate transactions
- Negotiation
- Written Communication
- Software Skills
Applicants must meet the requirements and achieve 70% or higher on the combined score of Parts I and II in order to be placed on the eligible list.
NOTE: All notifications including invitation letters will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add PWexams@lacounty.gov, klent@hr.lacounty.gov, info@governmentjobs.com, talentcentral@shl.com, and donot-reply@amcatmail.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.
EXAM REVIEW: Some exam components are not subject to review by candidates. Multiple choice and/or simulation assessments are not reviewable by candidates per civil service rule 7.19.
TESTING ACCOMMODATION:
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS:
If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.
TEST PREPARATION:
We provide study guides and other test preparation resources to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides may help in preparing for the test, we recommend reviewing all related materials that seem necessary.
Various information can be found on our website at . The section dedicated to test preparation is "Employment Test Assistance."
Online practice tests are available at .
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list in the order of their score group for a period of Twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
VACANCY INFORMATION:
The list of successful candidates created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies throughout the Department of Public Works as they occur.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:
We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT LIBRARIES: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.
NO SHARING USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United Stares. we are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst race. We support the ADRI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Department Contact Name: Nelli Mirzoyan
Department Contact Phone: (626) 458-2141
Department Contact Email: PWexams@dpw.lacounty.gov
ADA Coordinator Phone: (626) 458-2141
Teletype Phone: (626) 282-7829
California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit:
Testing Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit:
Fair Chance:
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The information you provide on this supplemental questionnaire will be evaluated and used to determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the examination process. CHECK YOUR ANSWER CAREFULLY. Any mistakes you make and/or any incomplete responses you provide in completing these questions will be used to disqualify your application even if you possess the qualifying experience or education. Be specific as possible and include all information requested. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. All information is subject to verification at any time in the examination and hiring process. Falsification of any information may result in disqualification or dismissal.
- I understand the above information and instructions.
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Are you currently a County of Los Angeles employee and have completed your initial probationary period?
- Yes
- No
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If you are a County of Los Angeles employee, enter your 6-digit employee ID.
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Do you have a Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college which includes at least 15 semester units or 22.5 quarter units of equivalent coursework ?To qualify under Option I, you must include a legible copy of your official transcripts within five (5) business days from the end of the filing period. Please submit documentation to PWexams@dpw.lacounty.gov and indicate your name, the exam name, and the exam number. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf (Download PDFreader) and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf (Download PDF reader). We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst. Please let me know if you have any questions or need further clarification.
- Yes
- No
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If you answered "Yes" to question #6, did you attach a legible copy of your diploma or transcripts with the application? Select "No" if this does not apply.
- Yes, I attached a legible copy of my diploma or transcripts with the application.
- Yes, I will submit a legible copy of my diploma or transcripts to PWexams@dpw.lacounty.gov, within 5 (five) business days from the end of the filing period.
- No. I do not possess a Bachelors diploma or transcripts.
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Do you have at least three years' of experience in appraising, acquiring, selling, leasing, or managing real property AT THE LEVEL OF Real Property Agent ll**, two years of which must have involved commercial or industrial property?
- Yes, I have at least three years' of experience in appraising, acquiring, selling, leasing, or managing real property AT THE LEVEL OF Real Property Agent ll**, including Two years of experience in commercial or industrial property -OR- three years in facilities project design, development or space management at the level of Real Property Agent ll.
- No, I do not have at least three years' of experience in appraising, acquiring, selling, leasing, or managing real property AT THE LEVEL OF Real Property Agent ll**, including two years of experience in commercial or industrial property -OR- three years in facilities project design, development or space management at the level of Real Property Agent ll.
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In order to receive credit for question 8, please describe your experience. Also include your position title, immediate supervisor name(s) and phone number, dates of employment (month/year) and duties for each position title. If you have no experience, then indicate "N/A."
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Do you have three years of experience in facilities project design, development or space management at the level of Real Property Agent ll?
- Yes
- No
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In order to receive credit for question 10, please describe your experience. Also include your position title, immediate supervisor name(s) and phone number, dates of employment (month/year) and duties for each position title. If you have no experience, then indicate "N/A."
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Do you have at least two years' experience performing real property analysis, appraisal, sale, lease, relocation or concession and franchise negotiation for public use AS A Real Property Agent II in the county of Los Angeles Service?To qualify under Option II, candidates must hold the item of Real Property Agent II within the county of Los Angeles.
- Yes
- No
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In order to receive credit for question 12, please describe your experience. Also include your position title, immediate supervisor name(s) and phone number, dates of employment (month/year) and duties for each position title. If you have no experience, then indicate "N/A."
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Training and Experience General Information: This Training & Experience (T&E) Questionnaire is a self-assessment. You will respond to questions about your training and experience related to having acquired the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of a Senior Real Property Agent. All information that you provide is subject to verification. The assessment will evaluate the following competencies:1. Professional/Technical Knowledge - Knowledge of laws, codes, regulations, principles, and practices pertaining to real estate transactions (e.g., purchase, lease, sale) in order to ensure purchases, sales, and leases are completed properly.2. Professional/Technical Knowledge - Knowledge of techniques, procedures, principles, and methods used in real estate transactions (e.g., purchase, lease, sale) regarding inspections, appraisals, foreclosures, and analysis of financial data. 3. Professional/Technical Knowledge - Knowledge of terminology in legal instruments pertaining to real estate transactions such as deeds, leases, licenses, maps, and construction drawings in order to appropriately process real estate transactions.4. Negotiation - Creates rapport and trust with parties having divergent interests or goals. Has a clear concept of an acceptable outcome. Works from a strong knowledge base. Seeks mutually agreeable trade-offs in deal-making. Wins concessions from others. Questions and counters others' proposals without damaging relationships. Holds ground appropriately; knows when and how to tactically walk away.5. Written Communication - Reading and writing various work-related documents (e.g., memoranda, letters, policies, etc.) by applying knowledge of the structure and content of the English language (i.e., the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar) to comprehend written materials and compose work-related documents that are technically correct and convey information effectively at a level appropriate for the target audience.6. Software Skills - Knowledge of how to use a personal computer (desktop, laptop, or hand-held devices), including operating systems (e.g., MS Windows) and standard office efficiency software applications (e.g., MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, property management system) as needed to create documents, store and analyze data, create presentations, read and write email messages, etc.Exam WeightThis assessment is weighted 50%. All completed questionnaires will be scored according to standardized criteria.Instructions for CompletionCarefully read the official County job bulletin for this examination.You will receive points for each question based on the response(s) you provide. You will receive zero points for any question on which you: a) do not provide a response, or b) do not provide a brief description from your training and/or experience, when prompted, that supports the response(s) you have indicated. If you do not have experience related to a question, please type "NA" in the comment box.Certification StatementBy completing the following, I hereby attest that all information I have provided in this T&E Questionnaire is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that Human Resources staff may contact my employers to verify the information that I have provided. I understand that any misrepresentations, falsifications, or omissions of material facts violates Civil Service Rules and may subject me to actions including removal from this examination.Furthermore, I certify that I will not disclose the questions used in this examination to any candidate nor will I provide any information to anyone concerning anything related to the questions posed to me other than concerned parties in an official protest or appeal. I understand that violation of this agreement can result in my disqualification from this examination as provided by Civil Service Rules.
- I understand the above information and instructions.
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Which of the following real estate transaction(s) have you negotiated*? (Select all that apply)*Negotiated is defined as understanding the goals and objectives of the transaction, reviewing relevant materials to prepare for the initial contact with the other party, and engaging in subsequent interactions or providing answers or additional information leading to mutual agreement.Note: The real estate transactions below do not involve single-family or multi-family properties.
- Purchase (e.g. land, easements, buildings, and various types of commercial properties, etc.)
- Sale (e.g., land, easements, buildings, and various types of commercial properties, etc.)
- Lease or rent of real estate (e.g., land, buildings, and various types of commercial properties, etc.)
- Grant of easements (i.e., property rights granted to an entity to use a piece of property belonging to a separate entity)
- Utility Franchises (e.g., oil, gas, etc.)
- None of the above
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In the textbox below, please provide at least one example for each real estate transaction you have selected above and provide a brief description of your experience negotiating each. You must also include your employer name, job title, supervisor name and contact information, dates of employment and duties for each position title. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. If you have no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Which of the following activities have you performed within the scope of managing real estate contracts for a minimum of 1 year? (Select all that apply)
- Managing contracts - e.g., rent adjustments, insurance compliance, etc.
- Preparing contract assignments, amendments, consents, and/or hypothecations
- Contract enforcement - e.g., enforcing terms of the agreements, collection of payments, defaults of leases, etc.
- None of the above
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In the textbox below, please provide a brief description of each activity you have performed within the scope of managing real estate contracts as indicated above. You must also include your employer name, job title, supervisor name and contact information, dates of employment and duties for each position title. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. If you have no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Which of the following documents and/or reports do you have experience in preparing* and/or reviewing from those listed below? (Select all that apply)*Preparing documents and reports is defined as authoring, composing, organizing, and writing the initial draft and subsequent versions.
- Appraisal reports for the purposes of establishing market value of real estate interests
- Title reports
- Various real estate deeds (e.g., Deeds of Trust, Grant/Quitclaim Deeds/Reconveyances, etc.)
- Various real estate agreements (e.g., rent, lease, permits, licenses, purchase/option to purchase agreements, etc.)
- Memoranda (e.g., recommendations and findings containing supporting statements) and letters (e.g., offer letters, demand letters)
- Policies
- Reports (e.g., status reports, committee reports, meeting minutes)
- None of the above
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In the textbox below, please provide a description of each document and/or report you have experience preparing as selected above. You must also include your employer name, job title, supervisor name and contact information, dates of employment and duties for each position title. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. If you have no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Indicate which of the following stakeholders you have independently* negotiated** with in order to complete real estate transactions*** from those listed below. (Select all that apply)*Independently is defined as performing assignments to completion with minimal supervision.**Negotiating to complete real estate transactions includes understanding the goals and objectives of the transaction, reviewing relevant materials to prepare for the initial contact with the other party, and engaging in subsequent interactions or providing answers or additional information leading to mutual agreement.***Real estate transactions include analyzing and interpreting appraisals, negotiating real estate transactions and agreements (e.g., lease, sale, purchase, etc.), managing real estate contracts (e.g., rent adjustments, insurance compliance, contract enforcement, etc.), monitoring existing agreements (e.g., performing site visits to ensure contract compliance), and/or preparing real estate documents related to purchase, sale, and lease (e.g., deeds, leases, reconveyances).
- Lessee/landlord
- Property owner
- Broker or real estate agent
- Attorney
- Government agency
- None of the above
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In the textbox below, please provide a detailed description of at least one real estate transaction negotiated with each stakeholder selected above. You must also include your job title, supervisor name and contact information, dates of employment and duties for each position title. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. If you have no experience, indicate "N/A."
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Indicate the software applications you have professional experience using (Select all that apply). Examples of proficient use are listed after each device/software.
- Microsoft Word or similar word processing software - editing text; formatting characters and paragraphs; working with tabs, indents, margins, lists, breaks, and spacing; creating tables and charts; printing documents, envelopes, and labels; and utilizing Spelling & Grammar.
- Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet software - using menu commands; formatting cells, rows, and columns; using arithmetic functions in the formulas; and entering data to create lists.
- Microsoft Outlook or similar personal information management software - retrieving and sending e-mails, managing calendar appointments and meetings, and setting reminders.
- Virtual Meeting Platforms (e.g., Microsoft Teams, Webex, Zoom) - holding virtual meetings with stakeholders
- None of the above
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Briefly describe at least one assignment that illustrates your experience using each software application selected above. Note - One project may count toward multiple software applications. Comments such as "see resume or application" will not be considered as a response. Failure to provide information that supports your selected response(s) may result in no or partial credit. If you have no experience, indicate "N/A."
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