Realty Specialist

Realty Specialist
Department of the Army
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Real Estate Division, Acquisition Branch

About the Position: This is a developmental opportunity. This position conducts real estate negotiations and acquisitions for public infrastructure projects. The role involves negotiating with landowners and stakeholders to acquire property or rights, reviewing title and appraisal data, and ensuring legal and policy compliance. Work is often performed independently in the field.

Duties
In a developmental capacity, the incumbent of this position will:
Negotiate for real property interests including fee, easement, lease, and permits to support public works projects, using fair market value as a basis.
Review titles and ownership documents to identify property interests and determine validity of transactions or the need for legal proceedings.
Prepare and execute permits and easements while in the field, often binding the government to terms within authorized limits.
Coordinate with other agencies and landowners to resolve relocation, right-of-way, and land use conflicts related to federal projects.
Negotiate and manage facility leases for government offices and operations, ensuring compliance with statutory and safety requirements.

Conditions of employment
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
Valid state driver's license required.
Qualifications
Who May Apply: US Citizens