Real Property Agent I

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 53,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a Real Property Agent I (S) to acquire rights of way for highway projects and negotiate settlements with property owners. Positions cover multiple western NC divisions, with primary offices in Greensboro, Winston-Salem, Albemarle, North Wilkesboro, Shelby, Asheville, and Sylva.

Notary public certification within 6 months may be required. Responsibilities include reviewing design documents and laws, preparing legal instruments, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and two years of experience in the general real estate field.
• High school graduation and seven years of experience in the general real estate field.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience as allowed by policy.

Responsibilities

• Acquire rights of way for highway construction and negotiate transactions.
• Contact property owners and prepare conveyance instruments for acquisitions.
• Interpret federal/state laws and Uniform Relocation Act requirements.
• Collaborate with Property Management Unit, Utility Unit, and Attorney General’s office.
• Interpret and convey project requirements to the public and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Written communication

Priority management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Reading plans and documents

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 2 years real estate experience

High school diploma + 7 years real estate experience

Equivalent education & experience

Job description

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Job Classification Title

Real Property Agent I (S)

Grade

NC15

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

This posting will fill multiple positions in the western divisions of North Carolina. Territories include divisions 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14. You will be asked to select your locations of interest when completing your application. Primary office locations include the following areas:

Division 7 – Greensboro, NC
Division 9 – Winston-Salem, NC
Division 10 – Albemarle, NC
Division 11 - North Wilkesboro, NC
Division 12 – Shelby, NC
Division 13 – Asheville, NC
Division 14 – Sylva, NC

These positions are responsible for acquiring rights of way for highway construction, negotiating and concluding transactions for the right of way required by the Department for primary highway construction by contacting property owners of right of way to be acquired; acquiring rights of way on secondary roads; making monetary offers based on appraisal and damages; collaborating with the Property Management Unit and providing local assistance in the clearance of right of way through the sale and disposal of structures and buildings acquired with the right of way; collaborating with Utility Unit personnel in the relocation and adjustment of utilities on primary and secondary roads; assisting and collaborating with the Attorney General’s office in the litigation and mediation of condemnation cases.

Applicant must be able to deal with the public on a daily basis and be able to advise owners of their rights and how they will be affected by the project; must be able to interpret highway right of way and construction plans, including cross-sections, typical sections of profiles and prepare legal instruments of conveyance describing areas of right of way to be acquired. Must be able to interpret and convey to the public the requirements of federal, state and local laws and regulations concerning the acquisition of highway right of way as well as be able to interpret and convey the requirements of federal and state regulations regarding the Uniform Relocation Act.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC15: 53,164 - 93,038

Management prefers applicants with the following:

Experience composing written communication effectively with different audiences.

Experience managing multiple priorities within specified time requirements.

Experience performing work-related tasks/duties independently or with limited supervision.

Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

Experience reading and interpreting design documents, legal documents, business documents or construction plans.

Additional Expectations: Night and weekend work may be required. The selected candidate must become a Notary Public from the North Carolina Secretary of State’s office within 6 months of hire and maintain throughout employment.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in the general real estate field; or high school graduation and seven years of experience in the general real estate field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum Education and Experience or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position, the agency may consider for this position, a trainee who does not meet the minimum requirements. Salary for a trainee may be set at a lower level than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the posting with the salary being adjusted up accordingly as the trainee has obtained the necessary additional education and experience to fully meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the classification specification.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.