Maricopa County
Posting Date
01/07/26
Application Deadline 01/21/26
Pay Range $70,000 - $102,000 annually. Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type Unclassified
Department Real Estate
About the Position Are you seeking an opportunity where your project management skills have a significant impact on major public sector improvement projects? This position places you at the center of complex MCDOT and Flood Control District capital projects, serving as an essential team member with the opportunity to provide strategic feedback on project impacts while gaining a variety of land interests. In this role, you will play a critical part in daily operations by guiding Right-of-Way Agents, supporting the Right-of-Way Supervisor, and ensuring projects move forward efficiently and collaboratively.
About the Department As one of the fastest-growing Counties in the nation, the Maricopa County Real Estate Department partners with various departments and agencies to acquire space, land, and improvements for infrastructure improvement projects and personnel, maintains the real property data on County-owned and leased facilities, and leases/disposes of County real property. We are a team of collaborative, results-driven professionals who are building a stronger Maricopa County.
Make us your next career move!
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
We Require
Three years experience as a Right-of-Way Agent or equivalent related experience in Project Development, property acquisition, negotiations, project coordination, right-of-way plan presentation, or title/escrow services for public agencies, public works, utilities, or quasi-public agencies
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Real Estate, or a related field
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-to-year basis
We Also Value
Experience at a public agency performing the acquisition activities of real property rights
International Right-of-Way Association Designations (RWA, RWP, or SR/WA) preferred but not required
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
High-level organizational skills, excellent communication skills, customer service driven, and the ability to analyze information to provide a solution
Knowledge of Residential and Business Relocation is preferred
Job Contributions
Represent the Real Estate Department in meetings with partner departments serving as the Acquisition Project Coordinator/liaison from the conception of a project through the completion of the acquisition or disposition process
Performs extensive plan reviews during all phases of projects assigned and partners with the Project Team to resolve Real Estate concerns delineated by the Project designPreparation of project acquisition scope, schedule, and project budget
Manage contract assignments for Appraisal Services and Acquisition and Relocation Services
Coordinate construction and property owner concerns with the project team to provide reasonable solutions for all parties; regularly attend design and project meetings
Acquire a variety of land rights in high-level complex acquisition projects such as temporary entry, easements, permits, and fee-simple partial acquisitions
Plan and execute relocation assistance activities of a complex nature
Review and manage work product of professional services contracts for Acquisition and Relocation and provides guidance to Consultants
Preparation of conveyance documents as but not limited to purchase agreements, Warranty Deeds, and Easements
Responsible for maintaining digital project files and up-to-date record-keeping in the Acquisition database, throughout the duration of projects assigned
Working Conditions
Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time
Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
Apply Now! #J-18808-Ljbffr
Application Deadline 01/21/26
Pay Range $70,000 - $102,000 annually. Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type Unclassified
Department Real Estate
About the Position Are you seeking an opportunity where your project management skills have a significant impact on major public sector improvement projects? This position places you at the center of complex MCDOT and Flood Control District capital projects, serving as an essential team member with the opportunity to provide strategic feedback on project impacts while gaining a variety of land interests. In this role, you will play a critical part in daily operations by guiding Right-of-Way Agents, supporting the Right-of-Way Supervisor, and ensuring projects move forward efficiently and collaboratively.
About the Department As one of the fastest-growing Counties in the nation, the Maricopa County Real Estate Department partners with various departments and agencies to acquire space, land, and improvements for infrastructure improvement projects and personnel, maintains the real property data on County-owned and leased facilities, and leases/disposes of County real property. We are a team of collaborative, results-driven professionals who are building a stronger Maricopa County.
Make us your next career move!
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ
We Require
Three years experience as a Right-of-Way Agent or equivalent related experience in Project Development, property acquisition, negotiations, project coordination, right-of-way plan presentation, or title/escrow services for public agencies, public works, utilities, or quasi-public agencies
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Real Estate, or a related field
A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-to-year basis
We Also Value
Experience at a public agency performing the acquisition activities of real property rights
International Right-of-Way Association Designations (RWA, RWP, or SR/WA) preferred but not required
Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
High-level organizational skills, excellent communication skills, customer service driven, and the ability to analyze information to provide a solution
Knowledge of Residential and Business Relocation is preferred
Job Contributions
Represent the Real Estate Department in meetings with partner departments serving as the Acquisition Project Coordinator/liaison from the conception of a project through the completion of the acquisition or disposition process
Performs extensive plan reviews during all phases of projects assigned and partners with the Project Team to resolve Real Estate concerns delineated by the Project designPreparation of project acquisition scope, schedule, and project budget
Manage contract assignments for Appraisal Services and Acquisition and Relocation Services
Coordinate construction and property owner concerns with the project team to provide reasonable solutions for all parties; regularly attend design and project meetings
Acquire a variety of land rights in high-level complex acquisition projects such as temporary entry, easements, permits, and fee-simple partial acquisitions
Plan and execute relocation assistance activities of a complex nature
Review and manage work product of professional services contracts for Acquisition and Relocation and provides guidance to Consultants
Preparation of conveyance documents as but not limited to purchase agreements, Warranty Deeds, and Easements
Responsible for maintaining digital project files and up-to-date record-keeping in the Acquisition database, throughout the duration of projects assigned
Working Conditions
Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time
Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
Apply Now! #J-18808-Ljbffr