SENIOR NEGOTIATOR (REALTY SPECIALIST III)

State of Illinois • Springfield, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is accountable for acquiring complex right-of-way parcels for highway construction projects and property management and relocation functions. The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking to hire a Senior Negotiator. The IDOT team works diligently to provide safe, cost-effective transportation for Illinois in ways that enhance quality of life, promote economic prosperity and protect our environment. We are problem solvers and leaders, constantly searching for innovations and improvements in support of our commitment to providing the best multimodal transportation system for Illinois. Our team fosters a culture of inclusivity. We value diversity and hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards as we work together for a common purpose. Team members frequently collaborate with colleagues and others outside the department to best meet customer needs.

Requirements

• Completion of two years of college majoring in engineering, construction management, or related fields PLUS two years of professional experience in real estate, surveying, title work, land acquisition, appraisal, negotiation, property management or relocation assistance or a combination thereof; OR three years of professional experience in real estate, surveying, title work, land acquisition, appraisal, negotiation, property management or relocation assistance or a combination thereof.

Nice To Haves

• Technical background to read and explain highway construction plans.
• Educational or working knowledge of real estate practices.

Responsibilities

• Makes available complete and accurate records, records processing, payment processing, payment processing of title commitments, title insurance policies, information regarding negotiations, and information regarding title clearance.
• Conducts complicated negotiations for acquiring rights-of-way.
• Answers inquiries concerning present and past acquisition problems.
• Determines relevant data, inputs that data, and extracts information for reports out of the Land Acquisition System database.
• Maintains records on the acquisition of title information and follow-ups.
• Determines what documents need to be executed to obtain a clear title and report this information to the Acquisition Manager.
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships with all contacts.
• Performs local agency project certification, property management, and relocation functions.
• Maintains and follows the district’s record retention policy.
• Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules, and in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Monday-Friday work schedule
• Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time, hybrid scheduling)
• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• (12) Weeks paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program and other pre-tax benefit programs (Medical/Daycare)
• Employees earn (12) paid Sick Days annually
• New Employees earn (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to (25) paid Vacation Days annually
• Employees earn (3) paid Personal Days annually
• (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree