Senior Realty Officer
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As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements including flexibility and better work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for our Hybrid Work Program.
Posting ID: 4026
Department: Corporate Services
Division: Capital Construction & Realty
Pay Range: $106,295 - $132,865
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario
Employee Group: MMSG
Posting Date: March 7, 2025
Application Deadline: March 23, 2025
Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to fill subsequent vacancies of the same position within the next 18 months.
If you’re enthusiastic about the opportunity to work with Halton Region but don’t meet every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply! This position may be eligible for an underfill opportunity for candidates who do not meet every qualification. We’re always on the lookout for exceptional talent to join our team!
Job Summary
Reporting to the Manager of Realty Services, this role will support project delivery teams in the acquisition of property required to implement major municipal infrastructure projects.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Coordinates and collaborates with project teams on the acquisition of property for projects.
- Negotiates with property owners for the acquisition of real property interests required for projects.
- Coordinates the commissioning of appraisals and surveys/reference plans for property acquisitions.
- Reviews appraisal reports prepared by external appraisers and advises the Manager of Realty Services with respect to the accuracy and reasonableness of same.
- Coordinates and collaborates with legal services (internal and external) in the drafting of legal agreements (agreements of purchase and sale, easements, licenses, leases) and the acquisition of property interests by expropriation.
- Prepares reports to Regional Council seeking approval of real estate transactions.
- May be required to appraise real property interests for internal purposes through field research, review of office files, and data.
- Completes strategic real estate studies including asset reviews, feasibility studies, cost/benefit analyses, adaptive use studies, financial modeling, needs analyses, and acquisition and divestiture strategies.
- Provides updated market data information with respect to economic trends, real estate market conditions, sales, listings, rentals, vacancy rates and absorption rates.
- Assists in resolving business loss issues including mitigation and settlement recommendations.
- Assists with implementation and administration of real estate inventories and land management systems.
- Responds to inquiries on vacant land, property boundaries, ownership rights and availability of Regional property.
- Provides realty services to local municipalities and agencies as requested. Prepares technical reports and staff reports.
Skills & Qualifications
- University degree in Business Administration, Land Use Planning, Economics, or relevant discipline.
- Five years of experience as a municipal real estate practitioner with demonstrated experience in the negotiations for the acquisition of property interests for infrastructure projects.
- Strong knowledge of real estate practices and principles, land titles, leasing, property appraisals, surveys and reference plans, and real estate contracts (agreements of purchase and sale, easements, leases, licenses, permissions to enter, etc.).
- Excellent presentation and communication skills (written and oral).
- Strong project management skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge of appraisal and valuation theory.
- Knowledge of the Expropriations Act, Municipal Act, Residential Tenancies Act, Ontario Municipal Board decisions and precedents.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Geowarehouse.
- Accreditation (or working towards) by the Appraisal Institute of Canada and/or the International Right of Way Association is considered an asset.
- Working/ Employment Conditions Working Conditions Flexibility in work schedule is required for work outside core office hours as needed.
- Travel will be required. Must provide own transportation.
Working/ Employment Conditions
Working Conditions
- Travel will be required. Must provide own transportation.
Employment Conditions
- A valid driver's license.
Important information about your application:
- In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
- Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.
- Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
- We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
- Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
- If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.
Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to delivering high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your accomplishments and contributions. As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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