SENIOR PROPERTY ACQUISITION SPECIALIST (LAND BANK AUTHORITY)

Cook County•Chicago, IL

20d•Hybrid

About The Position

Monitor and assist in the day-to-day activities of the property acquisition and disposition processes. Participate in the development and implementation of the Office's property acquisition strategy. Conduct ongoing research on housing market conditions in select neighborhoods, regions, and areas to track trends, identify opportunities for strategic acquisitions, and validate property appraisal assumptions for potential acquisitions. Answer questions related to property acquisitions and address non-standard issues. Conduct strategic communications of pertinent information based upon the objectives of the events and target audiences, ensuring consistency and accuracy of messages.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree and Four (4) years in property management, Real Estate Owned (REO) properties, distressed properties, or directly related experience or An equivalent combination of education and/or experience is required.
Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance is required.
Knowledge of models and best practices for the development and operation of a Land Bank Authority.
Knowledge of housing dynamics in the Chicago metropolitan area, community based and nonprofit organizations, County property valuations, and building construction, with primary a emphasis on residential property.
Ability to perform required tasks, including property inspections at locations in communities across the County, and ability to conduct analyses.
Ability to travel at a moderate to extensive level to work assignments throughout the County, for which the employee must provide his or her own adequate means of transportation.
Ability to independently guide plans in area of specialization to drive business success.
Ability to provide in-depth insight, advice and expertise to other professionals, management, and external contacts in an assigned functional area.
Ability to operate as a senior team member and communicate advanced specialized knowledge to team members, leaders, and external stakeholders.
Knowledge of complex principles and practices for a specialized area of focus.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and property management software.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years’ full-time work experience in Cook County with evaluation, acquisition and disposition of property, including conducting physical evaluations onsite.

Responsibilities

Monitor and assist in the day-to-day activities of the property acquisition and disposition processes.
Participate in the development and implementation of the Office's property acquisition strategy.
Conduct ongoing research on housing market conditions in select neighborhoods, regions, and areas to track trends, identify opportunities for strategic acquisitions, and validate property appraisal assumptions for potential acquisitions.
Answer questions related to property acquisitions and address non-standard issues.
Conduct strategic communications of pertinent information based upon the objectives of the events and target audiences, ensuring consistency and accuracy of messages.