Acquisition Agent I

Job Summary

MAJOR FUNCTION: Responsible position in the Property Acquisition Division, County Attorney's Office. Position reports to the Property Acquisition Manager.

Essential Job Functions

KNOWLEDG*E*, ABILITIES AND SKILLS NEEDED TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

Knowledge:

• Understanding of the principles of land use, planning, zoning and methods of real estate valuation/appraisal.
• Knowledge of the County’s Land Development Regulations.
• Knowledge of the requirements and forms, contents and recording actions necessary to validate the acquisition of property and rights-of-way.
• Must be able to read and plot property legal descriptions.
• Must understand basic survey and civil engineering drawings, plans and principles.
• Knowledge of the equipment needed in the performance of the duties assigned.
• Knowledge of proper (accepted) terminology used in the performance of the work assigned.
• Knowledge of software and office equipment needed to perform job duties.

Abilities:

• Must be able to deal effectively with the public and present opinions both written and orally in clear and concise fashion.
• Must be able to maintain effective relationships with members of Division, Department and other Departments and Agencies.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to maintain records, files and reports in accordance with established methods and procedures.

Skills:

• Skill in using time management methods effectively.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION:

• Under the direction of the Property Acquisition Manager the agent contacts property owners and conducts negotiations for the securing of titles, easements or permits necessary to carry out the various development and construction programs of the Board of County Commissioners.
• In actions requiring condemnation proceedings, the agent will assist the coordination of activities with other offices of the County and their representatives, as directed by the Property Acquisition Manager.
• Perform related work as requested or assigned.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS: Use of both hands and fingers with dexterity. Good vision and hearing with or without correction. Walking, driving and frequent standing. Ability to lift occasionally 30+/- lbs.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION REQUIREMENTS: Work inside the office in a sedentary posture. Outside work with possible hazardous waste and inclement weather conditions.

WORK HAZARDS: Possible contact with various animals, pests and hazardous vegetation. Vehicular traffic.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT USED OR NEEDED: Seat belts, safety vests when conditions warrant.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited two (2) year college with major course work concentrations in real estate, engineering, sciences/technology, business administration, and/or related fields, or possession of an equivalent certification.

EXPERIENCE: One year previous experience in real estate, title searching, closing or real property acquisition is preferred. A comparable amount of training or experience in real property acquisition for another local, state or Federal government may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

LICENSE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION: Must possess a valid Florida Drivers
License and maintain a good driving record.

Additional Information

Pay Grade 20

Driving Position – Operating County vehicles and/or equipment is a primary function of this position.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING: This position requires a physical, drug testing, driver's license verification and level 1 background screening.

Union Non-Union X Exempt Non-Exempt X

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.57 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person