What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Right of Way Agent position at City of Virginia Beach?
The City of Virginia Beach Public Works Real Estate Office is seeking a seasoned Senior Right-of-Way Agent to join our team and support a wide range of critical municipal projects. These include roadways, utilities, stormwater improvements, schools, fire stations, parks, and economic development initiatives.
This leadership role is ideal for a professional with a strong background in property acquisition, relocation services, and a thorough understanding of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (Uniform Act). We're especially interested in candidates with experience negotiating complex real estate transactions and managing relocation efforts for residential, commercial, agricultural, and non-profit properties.
If you're ready to make a significant impact on the future of Virginia Beach while growing your career in public sector real estate, we encourage you to apply today!
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and coordinate the acquisition of real property for City and state-funded projects.
Serve as the lead agent on complex acquisition and relocation cases.
Review real estate appraisals to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Support the City Attorney’s Office in condemnation proceedings, including preparing exhibits, documentation, and providing expert testimony.
Negotiate appraisal contracts, leases, and real property acquisitions, ensuring the protection of City interests.
Provide relocation advisory services to displaced property owners and tenants.
Assist with preparation of the section’s operating budget and project cost estimates for the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
Monitor and track projects—including scope, budget, and schedule.
Supervise, mentor, and train right-of-way staff.
Prepare detailed reports and correspondence.
Perform other related duties as assigned, based on departmental needs and workload.
Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Deep knowledge and practical application of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act.
Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Experience working with residential, commercial, agricultural, and non-profit relocation.
Ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
Experience reviewing or preparing appraisals in accordance with regulatory standards.
Leadership experience in a municipal or state real estate environment is preferred.
The City of Virginia Beach offers:
• Step Pay Plan
• $15 Minimum Starting Pay
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Hiring Bonus for Select Positions
• CDL Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Scheduling Options
• 11 Paid Holidays – three Personal Holidays
• 18 Days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Hybrid Retirement Plan and Basic Life Insurance
• Commonwealth of Virginia 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (COV 457)
• Hybrid 457 Cash Match
• Virginia Local Disability Program (VLDP) – Income Replacement (Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Long-Term Care)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program/ Work-Life Services
• Paid Maternity/Paternity/Parental Care Leave
This position will remain open until it is filled. However, applications submitted by October 17, 2025 will receive priority consideration. Applications received after this date will be reviewed only if the candidate pool needs to be expanded or new positions become available.
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