Right of Way Agent

Location and hours:
About the position types:
These are full-time, benefit-earning positions. 
These positions are internally classified as a Land Acquisition Agent.
Click here to view the job classification specification.

In these positions, you will:          

• Conduct negotiations with landowners or their legal representatives for purchase of real property interests needed for transportation projects and/or sale dispositions no longer needed for transportation related purposes.
• Prepare standardized communications, deeds, easements and other real estate related documents and recording.
• Maintain system records and documents. 
• Prepare reports and correspondence. Conduct basic research on land prior to acquisition or disposition. 
• Coordinate with staff and communicate project needs with their supervisor and peers to ensure their assigned land acquisition parcels are delivered on time and on budget. 
• Establish and maintain trusting working relationships with internal and external groups and individuals, including other county staff, federal, state and municipal staff, elected officials, and the public.
• Work with county legal counsel on unsettled parcels throughout the condemnation process including testifying as an expert witness in a condemnation action.

Need to have:
One of the following:

• Two or more years of college coursework in civil or transportation engineering, surveying, urban/regional planning, geography/urban studies, business, real estate or a related field and three or more years of real property appraisal or acquisition experience.
• Note: Experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

Nice to have:   

• A Minnesota license in Real Estate, Real Estate Broker, Appraisal, Engineering, Land Surveying or related area.
• Experience:
  • Utilizing databases and creating queries for reports, memos, and letters.
  • Reading and interpreting engineering drawings and plans.
  • With customer service.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to:
  • Read, understand, evaluate, and explain appraisals of real property.
  • Negotiate successfully for the purchase and disposition of real property.
  • Communicate with staff and the public with tact and discretion.

About the department:
We envision a Transportation Department whose members are respectful of one another and the public we serve and are committed to the delivery of a safe, high-quality county highway system. We are widely trusted and recognized for innovation, collaboration and the responsible use of resources.
 
About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align with our mission to serve residents through transformative services that reduce disparities, eliminate inequities, and create opportunity for all and our vision of a community where all people are healthy, all people are valued, and all people thrive. 
  
Our employees receive a combination of competitive benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (log in as Guest).

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
 
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This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

Watch this video for application best practices and tips.
 
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a criminal background check.

If you have any questions, please contact:
Marita Nguyen
marita.nguyen@hennepin.us

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Salary : $57,941 - $92,022