Real Estate Specialist

Durham Region (The Regional Municipality of Durham); Whitby; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A regional municipality in Whitby, Ontario, is seeking a Real Estate Specialist responsible for acquiring property to support various infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a university degree and relevant experience, with strong skills in communication, negotiation, and decision-making. This role also involves conducting appraisals and managing land disposal processes, offering a competitive salary starting at CA$98,043 annually.

Qualifications

• At least two years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with program services and technical drawings.
• Understanding of mapping, surveying, GIS, and legal documents.
• Ability to interpret legal land documents.

Responsibilities

• Conduct land value appraisals for land acquisition and disposal.
• Negotiate land acquisitions and recommend agreements.
• Provide advice regarding property issues.
• Manage disposal processes for Regionally owned lands.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Three-year university degree and accreditation with Appraisal Institute of Canada

Tools

Microsoft Office

MLS

Co-Star

GeoWarehouse

MPAC

RealTrack

Regional Mapping software

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Durham Region (The Regional Municipality of Durham) provided pay range:

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Base pay range: CA$98,043.00 / yr

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

The Region of Durham is committed to employment equity and actively implementing measures to build an inclusive, barrier-free workplace. We welcome applications from Indigenous Peoples, racialized communities, women, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQI+ communities, and diverse identities. Accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process as per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Location

This position is located at the Region of Durham Headquarters in Whitby, Ontario.

The Real Estate Specialist is responsible for acquiring property needs within project timelines to ensure tenders and projects can move forward. Responsibilities include:

• Conduct land value appraisals for land acquisition and disposal.
• Negotiate land acquisitions (full takings, partial takings, easements) and recommend agreements to senior management.
• Provide advice to project staff and management regarding property issues.
• Recommend whether to commence expropriation proceedings or enter into s.30 agreements.
• Undertake site selection reviews and recommend land assemblies.
• Recommend strategic property acquisitions based on infrastructure projects.
• Manage disposal processes for Regionally owned lands and buildings.
• Prepare reports for approvals on agreements, expropriations, disposals, or land issues.
• Administer contracts and agreements with external support providers.
• Follow health and safety legislation and policies.

Qualifications

• A three-year university degree and accreditation with the Appraisal Institute of Canada as an AACI or CRA.
• At least two years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with program services, site recommendations, and technical drawings.
• Understanding of mapping, surveying, GIS, and legal documents.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and real estate programs such as MLS, Co-Star, GeoWarehouse, MPAC, RealTrack, and Regional Mapping software.
• Ability to interpret legal land documents and technical drawings.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
• A valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence and reliable vehicle.

Salary

This position is with Salary Grade 9, paying hourly rates: Start at $53.87, six months at $56.87, and at $59.86.

Conditions of Employment

Proof of education and qualifications will be required prior to start.

Application Process

Apply online at https://bit.ly/3IuaF50 by August 5, 2025. Only selected applicants will be contacted. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].