Right-of-Way (ROW) Acquisition Officer (Project Employee)

Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska • Palmer, AK

92d

About The Position

This position is responsible for coordination of right-of-way and other real estate acquisitions and relocations in support of Borough capital projects. Work is performed and duties are carried out in accordance with established policies, procedures, and Borough core values: Accountability, Customer Focus, Dedication, Integrity, Responsiveness and Teamwork.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in the occupational field, sufficient to understand the major duties of the position.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Alaska for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain certification as a Senior Right of Way Agent from the International Right of Way Association.
• Completion of required Incident Command System (ICS) courses in accordance with established Borough policy.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Real Estate Lawyer.
• Experience as a Paralegal.
• Experience in Real Property Management or Land Management.
• Real Estate degree, BA with a focus on real estate or public administration.
• Experience with Civil Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Manages the acquisition and relocation phases of right-of-way projects.
• Provides technical input in the development of project plans; develops and tracks acquisition and relocation timelines; compiles project updates and disseminates data at project status meetings.
• Initiates, directs and coordinates work assignments for service contracts to meet acquisition and relocation requirements and to achieve engineering and construction objectives.
• Determines the applicability of federal, state and local statutes, codes, policies and regulations for acquisition and relocation projects.
• Negotiates with property owners for all types of property acquisitions and relocations; resolves complex issues pertaining to difficult property acquisitions and relocations; prepares recommendations, including justifications, for administrative settlements.
• Coordinates legal issues regarding acquisition, relocation and condemnation with Borough Attorney's Office and contract attorney; reviews and edits correspondence, legislation, and legal documents to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations and procedures.
• Plans and implements procedures for the acquisition, relocation and disposition of real estate, including right-of-way, easements, licenses, permits and leases; writes and updates procedures.
• Prepares real estate valuation instructions based on industry standards and funding source requirements; reviews outside and in-house appraisals.
• Manages and arranges the sale, lease or disposition of real property, structures, personal property, and land remnants.
• Gathers data and prepares reports and presentations for delivery at public hearings; conducts investigations and issues reports; testifies in court.
• Reviews and prepares memoranda, action memoranda, resolutions and non-code ordinances; drafts proposed legislation related to project acquisitions and leasing.
• Certifies completion of right-of-way acquisitions and relocations; defines the types of property interest acquired, encroachments, and rights of entry; assures the timely distribution of documentation for completed right-of-way and other acquisitions to appropriate parties.
• Establishes and maintains acquisition case files; maintains documentation in a retrievable records database; updates the project management tracking system.
• Attends and conducts open houses, public meetings, and public hearings as project status demands.
• Performs related duties.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees