Assistant Right-Of-Way Agent I

City of Chesapeake Portal • Chesapeake, VA

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About The Position

The City of Chesapeake’s Public Works Department is seeking a highly skilled Assistant Right-of-Way Agent I to research real estate information and to coordinate the communication of findings as well as collect related property information, review and analyze data, interact with various groups relating to real estate issues, and prepare and maintain reports and records. The successful candidate will work within broad policy and organizational guidelines; independently plan and implement projects; report progress of major activities through periodic conferences and meetings. TYPICAL TASKS Researches, summarizes, and analyzes real estate information to respond to inquiries and/or requests for acquisition. Accesses available sources such as property plans, databases, appraisals, and court records to collect and review data. Coordinates and interacts with staff, attorneys, other agencies, landowners, and/or the general public to communicate findings, negotiate real estate transactions, and make recommendations. Prepares and maintains various reports, records, and correspondence. Investigates and responds to discrepancies and inquiries or concerns. Determines property values and/or related costs by appraising land or inspecting property. Performs related tasks as necessary such as training and supervising subordinate staff or participating in public hearings. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Requires high school diploma or GED / HSE and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in real estate or a closely related field.
• In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of two years of related experience.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards
• Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
• Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
• Work Schedule Monday-Friday; 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Researches, summarizes, and analyzes real estate information to respond to inquiries and/or requests for acquisition.
• Accesses available sources such as property plans, databases, appraisals, and court records to collect and review data.
• Coordinates and interacts with staff, attorneys, other agencies, landowners, and/or the general public to communicate findings, negotiate real estate transactions, and make recommendations.
• Prepares and maintains various reports, records, and correspondence.
• Investigates and responds to discrepancies and inquiries or concerns.
• Determines property values and/or related costs by appraising land or inspecting property.
• Performs related tasks as necessary such as training and supervising subordinate staff or participating in public hearings.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED