Assistant Manager, Right-of-Way

Right of Way Assistant Manager The Department of Transportation and Public Works seeks to hire a Right of Way Assistant Manager for St. Louis County. The well-qualified candidate will assist with oversight of the appraisal and acquisition of land and easement rights for road, bridge, storm water and sidewalk improvement projects. Typical starting salary is between $30.86 and $37.03 hourly and will be based on experience and budget considerations. The County offers a generous benefits package that includes affordable health insurance, dental and vision coverage, four weeks of paid time off in the first year, eleven paid holidays, a deferred benefit retirement plan, and more. Essential Functions Review property acquisition appraisals performed by others. Perform staff appraisals for property acquisitions. Supervise negotiations, relocations and closings with property owners for rights needed on improvement projects. Keep abreast of federal policies and regulations regarding acquisition of right-of-way and relocation of individuals and businesses. Consult with engineers, appraisers, real estate representatives, attorneys, government officials and the general public relating to land acquisition work. Provide technical expertise and assistance to staff on appraisals, complex negotiations and land acquisition work. Oversee the preparation of legal descriptions used in appraisals for land acquisitions. Marginal Functions Serve in the Manager, Right-of-Way absence. Perform other duties as required or assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities Assist the manager with coordinating unit's strategies and activities. Confer with peers to plan and coordinate work. Required Qualifications Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree and one year of relevant professional experience. Requires State of Missouri licensure as a Real Estate Agent. Requires State of Missouri licensure as a Real Estate Appraiser (Licensed, Certified Residential, or General Appraiser). Special Requirements Possess and maintain status as a licensed notary in the state of Missouri within six months of hire. Possess and maintain State of Missouri licensure as a Real-Estate Agent and Real Estate Appraiser (Licensed, Certified Residential, or General Appraiser). Equal Employment Opportunity Policy The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. St. Louis County is an equal opportunity employer. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr St. Louis County, MO