Property and Acquisition Specialist – Natural Resources

Financial and Leasing Support Specialist, Property and 
Location: Natural Resources Building- Olympia, WAWork Hours and Partial Telework flexibility may be available and considered
Salary: $4,299.00 – $5,783.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after 4/24/25. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference?
The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking a Property and Acquisition Specialist 2 (PAS2) to join our statewide Communications Site Program—a team responsible for managing the leases and land use of state trust lands that host towers, buildings, and equipment used for telecommunications, public safety, emergency response, broadband access, and more. This position plays a critical role in managing and overseeing communication site leases on state trust lands, ensuring compliance with lease terms and supporting the program’s financial integrity. You’ll dig into lease agreements, track payments and deadlines, coordinate with lessees and legal teams, and conduct audits that help ensure the agency collects appropriate revenue while maintaining responsible stewardship of public lands. If you love solving puzzles, figuring out why things are the way they are, and following a trail until a solution is found, this job will keep you energized. We’re looking for someone who thrives on detail, enjoys diving into complex processes, and wants to be part of building a high-functioning, collaborative team that values trust, integrity, and results. As a core member of a small, dynamic team, your work will directly impact the program’s performance, drive solutions to financial and contractual challenges, and support long-term sustainability of critical infrastructure across the state.

Responsibilities:

–Support the intake, review, and processing of new lease proposals, amendments, and renewals.
–Monitor leases for compliance with terms, rent schedules, and insurance requirements.
–Assist with rent calculations, CPI/PPI adjustments, and financial reviews.
–Participate in lease audits to verify use and payments.
–Maintain accurate lease records in agency systems (NaturE, LAMS).
–Coordinate with staff, fiscal teams, and legal to align lease administration.
–Identify and help resolve discrepancies in payments or lease terms.
–Respond to lessee and public inquiries with clear, solution-focused communication.
–Apply agency policies and legal standards to lease management.
–Support process improvements and data integrity efforts.

Required Qualifications: 

–An associate’s degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Finance, Land Management, or a related field, AND three (3) years of experience in leasing, land management, financial analysis, or related areas;
OR an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
–Knowledgeable in leasing processes with the ability to act as a key representative of the Department, ensuring transparency, maintaining agency standards, and effectively managing partners’ communications throughout negotiations and agreements.
–Knowledgeable in financial management principles, including budgeting, rent calculations, financial reporting, and contract administration, with the ability to apply these skills to effectively perform the duties of the position.
–Self-management skills.
–Verbal and written communication skills.
–Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.