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Right of Way Acquisition Agent (Up to two openings) #2201-251100-02

Date Opened
Thursday, January 06, 2022 8:00 AM
Close Date
Friday, April 08, 2022 8:00 PM
Section
General Services
Salary
  • $64,803 - $81,004 Commensurate with Experience
Employment Type
  • Full Time

Overview

The City of Charlotte is the largest municipality in North Carolina and the 17th largest city in the United States, with a total population of more than 872,498 citizens. A major commerce center, Charlotte hosts several of the nation’s largest banks and technology companies.

Also known as the Queen City, Charlotte is home to the Carolina Panthers, the Charlotte Hornets and the NASCAR Hall of Fame. We work hard to ensure that the community will be a winning city for everyone – a truly remarkable place to live, work, learn and play. Join us in helping to keep our City thriving, ensuring upward mobility and advancement in the workplace.

Summary

This is a professional real estate position reporting to the Real Estate Acquisition Manager within the General Services Real Estate Division.  He/She is responsible for managing and administering the acquisition of real property in conjunction with the development of regional public projects. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with property acquisitions and manage contract acquisition agents in acquiring rights for real property.
Maintain compliance with all Federal, State of North Carolina, and City of Charlotte laws, statutes, ordinances and policies in the facilitation of each property acquisition.  
Assist in the review and monitoring of the right of way acquisition budgets and work order requests, as delegated.
Assist in monitoring all relocation assistance, including notices and application for eligible claims, payments and related assistance to ensure compliance with 49 CFR, part 24(the Uniform Act).
Monitor all aspects of acquisitions and relocation activities.  
Review and recommend for approval items prepared by contract agents for City Council approval.
Attend preliminary planning and design meetings with the public and consultants
Participate in negotiations with property owners, as needed.
Attend City Council Meetings.
Prepare requests for title abstracts to determine the parties of interest.
Request, review and evaluate property appraisals.
Prepare legal documents for execution.
Meet with property owners and agents to negotiate for the purchase of property.
Assist in coordination with client departments and agencies to address acquisition needs and issues.
Coordinate with City Attorney’s Office, appraisal administrators, agents and property owners to resolve acquisition issues.
Review signed agreements prepared for City Council approval.
Review paperwork for condemnations.
Contact property owners to assist in reaching a settlement.
Provide assistance to the City Attorney’s Office on property condemnations.
Maintain accurate project files and prepare status reports on a timely basis.  
Perform special projects as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written, and the ability to work well with others.
Excellent organizational, negotiation and management skills.
Proficient in using Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
Attention to detail and the ability to read and understand complex plat/plans.
Ability to handle urgent, time-sensitive projects.
Requires good driving record, valid Driver’s License and a dependable passenger vehicle.  On occasion, attendance at evening neighborhood meetings may be required.

Preferred Qualification

Associate’s Degree in Business Administration or related field with a minimum of seven (7) years related experience or a Bachelor’s Degree with five (5) years of related experience.  
Considerable experience in Federally-funded property acquisitions and relocations with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in governmental and/or private sector real estate management. 
IRWA Certifications, classes and/or other specialized training preferred.  

Minimum Qualifications

High School Graduation or Equivalent and five years of relevant work experience

OR

Associate's Degree and three years of relevant work experience

Salary

·       $64,803 - $81,004 Commensurate with Experience

Conditions of Employment

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Please note that all job offers are contingent upon an applicant successfully passing a new hire background check, drug screening, and proof of COVID-19 vaccination. If an applicant does not pass the background screening or vaccination requirement, the offer will be rescinded.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How To Apply

Apply online.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.

Anyone seeking an accommodation to apply for a job may call (704) 336-2285 for assistance or you may email questions to CityHrJobPostingsNotify@ci.charlotte.nc.us.

Benefits

The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees.

Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte’s benefits.

The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

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