Right of Way Acquisition Agent (Up to two openings) #2201-251110-02

The goal of the City of Charlotte’s General Services Department is to guide agencies through innovative and efficient deployment of resources to meet their missions and fulfill the needs of the City in a rapidly evolving and complex environment. The Department will design and deliver expanded, shared services across departments and for the City of Charlotte to improve performance and save taxpayer money. General Services consists of capital project management, fleet services, procurement, environmental services, property management, and other support services.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• High school diploma/GED and seven (7) years of related experience or Associate’s Degree and five (5) years of experience or equivalent combination of background, education, and experience to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Requires NC Real Estate Brokers license or ability to obtain one within six months of employment.

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

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.

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments. The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.

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