Public Involvement & Real Estate Agent

Purpose Responsible for meeting with customers and distribution designers on first contact field calls to negotiate the location of service and easements necessary for service connections or facility negotiation. Duties, Functions and Responsibilities Contact customers and negotiate for easement or property acquisition. Secure required easements and permits with the cooperation of the customer. Draft easement language and sketch attachments. Coordinate survey information, real property document research, and permit research. Record documents at county courthouses. Buy and sell property. Secure all necessary development permits required for project completion from city, county, and state governments. Work with the distribution design team daily to produce cost‑effective design with minimal easement acquisition costs. Arrange and conduct team meetings, neighborhood meetings, staff presentations, and notifications and follow‑up for major distribution projects. Prepare monthly performance reports and maintain a database of acquisitions, releases, and sales. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of easements, land development principles, contracts, and right‑of‑way issues. Knowledge of concepts of distribution design and facility placement. Knowledge of City, County, and State permit processes. Knowledge of City and County records research. Knowledge of City of Austin subdivision codes and statutes. Ability to read plans, field notes, and topographic maps. Skill in negotiating and conflict management. Skill in operating personal computer: spreadsheet, database, presentation, and word processing software. Skill in speaking, writing, and listening. Minimum Qualifications Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Business, Geography, Planning, Real Estate, or a related field, plus four (4) years of related experience. Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with local, state, or federal government in a real estate capacity. Experience working with utility providers. Ability to manage competing priorities and projects in a fast‑paced environment. Experience utilizing ArcGIS Online and ArcPro for data creation or knowledge of City of Austin web‑based applications and GIS tools. Ability to travel to more than one work location. Pay and Benefits Pay Range: $68,660.00 – $85,830.00 annually Hours: Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Telework opportunities may be available after an initial training period. Staff eligible to telework must be in the office for at least 40% of their scheduled work week. EEO Statement The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS‑Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk. City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or use Texas Relay by dialing 7‑1‑1. #J-18808-Ljbffr