MANAGER. PLANNED REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT
To land Manager. Planned Real Estate Development in New Jersey you go through the competitive route: you sit an announced exam and the score puts you on the eligible list agencies hire from.
A doctoral degree is the listed credential, and extra years on the job can be traded for it. Its salary schedule (frozen at an older rate) lists $68,455 to $95,846, though managerial and exempt titles like this are usually paid individually rather than on the step schedule.
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The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.
Definition
Under the direction of a Chief in the Bureau of New Home Warranty and Condominium Registration, Division of Housing & Development, Department of Community Affairs, administers the registration of condominium developments pursuant to the Planned Real Estate Full Disclosure Act and Regulations (N.J.S.A. 45:22A-21 et seq.; N.J.A.C. 5:26-1-1 et seq.).
Examples of work
Supervises the registration of planned real estate developments within the State of New Jersey in compliance with the provisions of the Planned Real Estate Development Full Disclosure Act C. 419, P.L. 1977 and regulations. Interprets provisions of the Act relative to the full and fair disclosure of the nature of interests in planned real estate developments offered for sale within the State. Plans, participates in the development of, and administers programs, systems, procedures and controls necessary to ensure accurate disclosure of all pertinent information concerning the developer, the physical characteristics of the development, the legal status of the subdivided property, statements concerning the condition of title, and the accuracy of brochures or public offering statements to be used for promotional or advertising purposes. Reviews and/or supervises the review of sample documents, prepared by attorneys, regarding the conveyance of land and/or buildings for validity and propriety of content. Makes determinations regarding noncompliance and assesses fines, issues Cease and Desist Orders and/or revokes registrations as deemed appropriate to penalize violators of the regulations. Prepares drafts of legislation relative to amending the Planned Real Estate Development Full Disclosure Act. Prepares extensive correspondence in the course of official duties. Suggests and prepares amendments to the Planned Real Estate Development Full Disclosure Regulations as necessary for the implementation and enforcement of C. 419, P.L. 1977. Executes Order of Registration following determination that Public Offering Statement and Application for Registration has been satisfactorily completed. Executes authorization to proceed to take non-binding reservations after applicants have filed appropriate documents. Executes non-compliance orders relative to the investigation of violation of the Act. Appears as the expert witness for the Program before the Office of Administrative Law or Superior Court. Directs and supervises investigations of complaints in issues where compliance action is anticipated. Supervises the preparation of monthly and yearly statistical and programmatic reports covering registered and proposed developments. Supervises the maintenance of files as required by State law and is responsible for the continued updating of official records. Responsible for the allocation of staff resources to maximize effectiveness and to meet the statutory 90 day review period. May be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units.
License
Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Thorough knowledge of real estate terms and their meaning in the sale of residential properties. Thorough knowledge of techniques used to determine data applicability pertain to document review. Ability to acquire considerable knowledge of New Jersey corporate and partnership statutes. Thorough knowledge of the types of title and related documents used in the sale of real estate. Considerable knowledge of research methods and report writing. Ability to acquire considerable knowledge of the Penalty Enforcement Law (N.J.S.A. 2A-581 et seq.). Considerable knowledge of the methods and procedures for researching and briefing court decisions, statutes and other legal material. Considerable knowledge of the methods and procedure for establishing and maintaining and effective record-keeping system. Basic knowledge of established accounting procedures. Basic knowledge of court procedures and rules of evidence. Ability to acquire considerable knowledge of the Planned Real Estate Full Disclosure Act of 1977, the Condominium Act and Retirement Full Disclosure Act of 1969. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with consumers, tenants,developers and their representatives. Ability to comprehend and interpret contacts, agreements and site maps. Ability to negotiate and resolve complex problems. Ability to collect factual information from records and investigations and present it in understandable and accurate form. Ability to conduct interviews with consumers, developers. and attorneys. Ability to comprehend, interpret and explain basic laws, regulations, policies, standards and procedures and to apply them to specific situations in accordance with established procedures. Ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate and informative reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations. Ability to prepare correspondence in the course of official duties. Ability to establish and maintain essential records and files. Ability to supervise professional and clerical employees and to maintain good working relations with other units in the Bureau. Ability to delegate appropriate investigations, research, reviews and other assignments to personnel. Ability to devise sound operating procedures and determine internal organization of the unit. Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate In English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
Note
Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Ten (10) years of professional experience in the preparation, review, and processing of financial, legal, and other documents involving the development and sale of condominiums, cooperatives, and other complex forms of real estate ownership; two (2) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and six (6) years of the above-mentioned professional experience; two (2) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. OR Possession of an L.L.B. or J.D. degree from an accredited college or university; and three (3) years of the above-mentioned professional experience; three (3) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.