Land Acquisition Coordinator

Salary : $57,598.00 Annually

Location : Palm Bay, FL

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : 2631

Department : Public Works

Division : Cap Improve / Engineering

Opening Date : 12 / 09 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : General Employee

MINIMUM TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

The following education and experience will be accepted :

• Bachelor's degree in surveying, civil engineering, or related field, plus three (3) years of experience in surveying, planning, design, real estate, contracts management or related field; OR
• Associate degree in surveying, civil engineering, or related field, plus seven (7) years of experience in surveying, planning, design, real estate, contracts management or related field.

Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License and have and maintain an acceptable driving record.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Must be licensed and registered with the State of Florida as a Land Surveyor and Mapper

EMERGENCY DECLARATION STATUS

Non-essential employees will not be required to work during a declared emergency but may be required to work during an undeclared emergency or in the aftermath of an event associated with a declared emergency. On an incident-by-incident basis, the employee's Department Head will make the determination when the employee will be required to work.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Under minimal supervision, performs land acquisition activities for City engineering projects of the Public Works Department as well as of other City departments as needed. Work involves professional land acquisition activities including coordination with the companies, appraisers and property owners. Independent judgment and initiative are required in carrying out program objectives within the framework of principles and practices and established policies and regulations. Considerable tact and courtesy are required in frequent contacts with department heads, City Attorney, division heads, etc., and the general public. Reports to the Public Works Director or their designee.

SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBLITIES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs or secures services relating to land acquisition activities, including preparation of legal descriptions, title searches, appraisals and contracts. Coordinates contracts and evaluates title searches and appraisals performed by consulting firms.

Negotiates with property owners to acquire properties for city purposes. Follows through on all legal documentation through coordination with the City Attorney, City Clerk, and Growth Management Department.

Reviews excess City property lists for reservation of essential properties. Identifies needed properties for future acquisition.

Answers staff inquiries about the ownership of lands within the City.

Maintains and updates City Boundary Legal Description and map.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs other work as required.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary that are a logical assignment to the position.

This position is General Non-Exempt and is covered under Personnel Policies and the Administrative Code.

Health Insurance : Health care plan options include HDHP, OAPIN and OAP through Cigna.

Dental Insurance : Dental coverage is offered in three plans that include DHMO & PPO High / Low plans.

Vision Insurance : Vision coverage includes an annual eye exam, frames and lenses or contact lenses in lieu of eyeglasses.

Life Insurance : The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with life insurance in the amount of one time their annual base salary at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost up to the Guaranteed Issue amount of $250,000.

Dependent / Spouse Life Insurance : The City of Palm Bay provides each employee with dependent / spouse life insurance in the amount of $5,000 per dependent at no cost. Additional coverage is available at the employee's cost.

Short Term Disability : Coverage pays 66 2 / 3% of employee's annual base salary during a short-term disability period not to exceed 26 weeks.

Long Term Disability : Coverage pays 66 2 / 3% of employee's salary at time of disability after a 180 consecutive day waiting period.

Defined Contribution Retirement Plan : City contributes a base of 3%. Employees may contribute up to 6% and the City will match the employees contribution.

Holidays : 10 holidays and 1 birthday holiday.

Paid Leave : Accrue 96 hours of vacation and sick leave per year. Accrued vacation hours increase after 10 years of service.

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Do you have a valid driver's license and have and maintain an acceptable, safe driving record?

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What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

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This position requires experience in surveying, planning, design, real estate, contracts management or related field. Which best describes your level of experience?

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Are you licensed and registered with the State of Florida as a Land Surveyor and Mapper?

Required Question