Real Estate Specialist
Wake County, Raleigh, NC, United States
What You’ll Be Doing
Wake County Facilities, Design & Construction is looking for a Real Estate Specialist with experience in property acquisition, leasing, proper disposition of surplus properties, conveyance and acquisition of easements, rights of way and other property rights. In this role, you will provide comprehensive real estate management for Wake County by supporting our department’s projects that span the spectrum from building renovations and site improvements to large, complicated buildings and campus site development projects.
Essential Functions:
Provide comprehensive real estate management services for Wake County land assets, including property acquisition, property leasing and disposition of surplus county properties in accordance with NC General Statutes and conveyance and acquisition of easements, rights of way and other property rights for the county
Provide assistance to the Wake County Public School System with acquisitions of property for schools and support other Wake County departments such as Parks and Open Space, Housing and Community Revitalization and Solid Waste for land acquisition directly related to activities managed by those departments
Acquire and lease property as required to support the capital program and various departments
Review conveyance of easements, rights of way and other property interests for county property
Perform the disposition of county owned surplus property
Support miscellaneous county land rights activities for various departments
Assist the County Attorney’s Office in the preparation of legal documents relating to transactions
Document and maintain a comprehensive electronic database of all county real estate assets
Be available for occasional after‑hour board meetings, open house presentations or other community engagement activities
About Our Team Facilities Design & Construction manages the planning, design and construction of all capital improvement projects undertaken by Wake County Government. In addition, we are responsible for managing all real estate and land rights issues for Wake County. We do not only manage all capital projects and real estate, we also act as a bridge between the County Manager’s Office, the public, design consultants, and construction contractors. We coordinate with other local governments, internal county departments and private non‑profit groups. We have a culture of motivated individuals who work hard, manage multiple projects, coordinate real estate and provide land‑right management and support for one another. We make the ordinary, extraordinary. Come join our team!
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Architecture or Construction Management
Three years of experience in facilities project management or property acquisition
Valid Driver’s License and a safe driving record
Equivalent education and experience are accepted
Please include
ALL
prior work experience on your application and resume.
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
Bachelor’s in Real Estate, Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management or a Juris Doctor in a comparable field of study
Eight plus years of experience as a Real Estate Agent, Broker or Right of Way Agent
Experience in negotiations for acquisitions and leases and equitable terms of agreement
Licensed Real Estate Broker or Certified Right of Way Agent
Notary Public Certification
How Will We Know You’re ‘The One’?
Familiarity with the local real estate market in terms of availability of property, values and locations
Ability to identify, evaluate and analyze numerous properties to be considered for specific use
Ability to evaluate the value of a property based upon the best information available, such as appraisals, tax information and the physical characteristics of a property to determine suitability
Knowledge and familiarity with laws, regulations and procedures for acquisition and disposition of property
Understanding of real‑estate data with the ability to analyze trends and make appropriate recommendations to leadership on land‑right issues
Ability to clearly present information in public meetings to elected officials, county management and other county staff
About This Position Location: WCOB Raleigh, NC 27602
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: Mon – Fri 8:30am – 5:15pm
Hiring Range: 95,000.00 – 110,000.00
Market Range: 75,108.00 – 135,202.00
Please include
ALL
prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: This position is open until filled and may close at any time.
What Makes Wake Great Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven‑member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at‑large to serve two‑year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4,400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award‑winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Statement Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check Statement Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker Statement In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
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Essential Functions:
Provide comprehensive real estate management services for Wake County land assets, including property acquisition, property leasing and disposition of surplus county properties in accordance with NC General Statutes and conveyance and acquisition of easements, rights of way and other property rights for the county
Provide assistance to the Wake County Public School System with acquisitions of property for schools and support other Wake County departments such as Parks and Open Space, Housing and Community Revitalization and Solid Waste for land acquisition directly related to activities managed by those departments
Acquire and lease property as required to support the capital program and various departments
Review conveyance of easements, rights of way and other property interests for county property
Perform the disposition of county owned surplus property
Support miscellaneous county land rights activities for various departments
Assist the County Attorney’s Office in the preparation of legal documents relating to transactions
Document and maintain a comprehensive electronic database of all county real estate assets
Be available for occasional after‑hour board meetings, open house presentations or other community engagement activities
About Our Team Facilities Design & Construction manages the planning, design and construction of all capital improvement projects undertaken by Wake County Government. In addition, we are responsible for managing all real estate and land rights issues for Wake County. We do not only manage all capital projects and real estate, we also act as a bridge between the County Manager’s Office, the public, design consultants, and construction contractors. We coordinate with other local governments, internal county departments and private non‑profit groups. We have a culture of motivated individuals who work hard, manage multiple projects, coordinate real estate and provide land‑right management and support for one another. We make the ordinary, extraordinary. Come join our team!
The Basics (Required Education and Experience)
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Architecture or Construction Management
Three years of experience in facilities project management or property acquisition
Valid Driver’s License and a safe driving record
Equivalent education and experience are accepted
Please include
ALL
prior work experience on your application and resume.
Beyond the Basics (Preferred Education and Experience)
Bachelor’s in Real Estate, Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management or a Juris Doctor in a comparable field of study
Eight plus years of experience as a Real Estate Agent, Broker or Right of Way Agent
Experience in negotiations for acquisitions and leases and equitable terms of agreement
Licensed Real Estate Broker or Certified Right of Way Agent
Notary Public Certification
How Will We Know You’re ‘The One’?
Familiarity with the local real estate market in terms of availability of property, values and locations
Ability to identify, evaluate and analyze numerous properties to be considered for specific use
Ability to evaluate the value of a property based upon the best information available, such as appraisals, tax information and the physical characteristics of a property to determine suitability
Knowledge and familiarity with laws, regulations and procedures for acquisition and disposition of property
Understanding of real‑estate data with the ability to analyze trends and make appropriate recommendations to leadership on land‑right issues
Ability to clearly present information in public meetings to elected officials, county management and other county staff
About This Position Location: WCOB Raleigh, NC 27602
Employment Type: Regular
Work Schedule: Mon – Fri 8:30am – 5:15pm
Hiring Range: 95,000.00 – 110,000.00
Market Range: 75,108.00 – 135,202.00
Please include
ALL
prior work experience on your application and resume.
Posting Closing Date: This position is open until filled and may close at any time.
What Makes Wake Great Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven‑member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at‑large to serve two‑year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4,400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award‑winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Equal Opportunity Statement Wake County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Background Check Statement Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or others based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you from consideration for employment. Wake County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Emergency Service Worker Statement In the event of an emergency, as determined by the County Manager or designee, participation in preparedness and response operations should be expected. Employee may be required to fill a temporary assignment in a role different from standard duties, work hours and/or work location in preparation for, during and after the emergency. Employee may also be required to participate in relevant exercises and regular preparedness training.
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