Job Information
State of Minnesota Real Estate Technician in St. Paul, Minnesota
Job Class: Real Estate Technician
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 83027
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, up to two days per week
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 01/07/2025
Closing Date : 02/03/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Lands and Minerals / Lands and Minerals Acquisition
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $24.65 - $34.65 / hourly; $51,469 - $72,349 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME
Work Area : St. Paul Central Office
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking to fill one full-time Real Estate Technician in St. Paul, Minnesota. This position exists to verify and certify property taxes and assessments for payment and abatement by the DNR; analyze, resolve problems and process real estate transactions for DNR administered land; finalize acquisitions, sales and exchange files and maintains project information in DNR's land records system and official record files. It responds to information inquiries from department staff and the public; providing technical support and records maintenance for the Lands and Minerals Land Sections as assigned. It will also work with the Operations Services Division's Management Resources Section to coordinate and execute residential leases for DNR staff residing in state facilities and/or on state land.
This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete an annual telework agreement. This position will require reporting to the primary work location on a regular basis.
Minimum Qualifications
One (1) year of experience using legal descriptions, land surveys and maps to identify and answer questions about specific land parcels.
One (1) year of land descriptions, documents, plats, maps, surveys and related terminology to interpret and evaluate legal descriptions and research land records.
Ability to accurately maintain and account for large amounts of legal descriptions and financial data to be able to verify and account for large dollar amounts for taxes and assessments related to land ownership records.
Demonstrated experience in communication skills, sufficient to communicate with public officials, internal and external agency staff, and members of the public both verbally and in writing.
Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and Teams.
Experience working with and interpreting state statutes, rules and policies.
Experience scheduling workflow and production assignments sufficient to meet deadlines.
Experience in customer service.
Ability to file.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's degree or higher in business, real estate, finance or closely related field.
Knowledge of Department of Natural Resources Lands Records System.
Knowledge of Minnesota statutes and DNR policies related to payment of taxes and assessments to ensure proper payment or abatement
Knowledge of DNR real estate management processes for land acquisition, sale and exchange.
Knowledge of history of public land ownership in the state and different classes of DNR and other state-owned land.
Understanding of DNR Geocoding Standards.
Additional Requirements
No driving duties are required.
Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status).
It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
Conflict of Interest Review
Criminal History Check
Education Verification
Employment Reference / Records Check
License / Certification Verification
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.