Land Research Specialist 3

• Johnson Service Group (JSG) is a nationally recognized professional staffing and recruiting firm that is looking for a degreed and experienced Land Research Specialist to fill a contract assignment in Birmingham, Alabama.
  
  

Land Research Specialist 3

Work Schedule: 4 days in office (mandatory) , 1 day remote

Education

• BS Degree required
• Juris Doctorate from ABA accredited law school and a member of the Alabama State Bar (active license) with a minimum of 5 years' experience is strongly preferred
• Prior experience involving real estate litigation is strongly preferred.
  
  

Job Summary

• A Land Research Specialist with 10 to 15 years of experience is a highly skilled and knowledgeable professional in the field of land research.
• They play a critical role in ensuring the success of complex real estate and land development projects by providing expert guidance and research support.
• They play a pivotal role in land research, land-use analysis, and property assessment.
• They are responsible for conducting extensive research, managing complex projects, and providing expert guidance on land-related matters, contributing to the success of real estate and development projects
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Title Searches: Conduct in-depth title searches to establish property ownership, identify encumbrances, and assess land rights and restrictions.
• Land Surveys: Oversee land survey projects, including boundary surveys, topographic surveys, and ALTA/NSPS surveys, ensuring precision and accuracy.
• Historical Deed Analysis: Analyze historical deeds, legal documents, and plats to create a comprehensive property ownership history.
• Land Records Management: Oversee the organization and management of land records, maintaining up-to-date information on property transactions and ownership.
• GIS and Spatial Analysis: Utilize Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and advanced mapping techniques to create spatial representations of land data and analyze geographic information.
• Zoning and Land Use Expertise: Provide expertise in local zoning regulations, land use codes, and comprehensive planning, advising clients on land development potential and regulatory compliance.
• Environmental Due Diligence: Conduct environmental research and due diligence to assess potential environmental concerns or regulatory compliance issues related to land use.
• Market Research: Perform in-depth market analysis and property valuation to assist clients in making informed investment decisions.
• Report Generation: Create detailed reports and summaries of research findings, often used in legal proceedings, real estate transactions, and land development projects.
• Client Consultation: Collaborate with clients, attorneys, developers, and other stakeholders to provide expert guidance based on research and analysis.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal laws and regulations affecting land use, property transactions, and development projects.
• Project Management: Manage multiple research projects simultaneously, coordinating with a team of specialists and maintaining project timelines and budgets
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geography, land surveying, geospatial sciences, real estate, or a related field.
• A master's degree may be preferred for advanced positions.
• 10 to 15 years of experience in land research, land surveying, or related fields.
• Expertise in title searches, land surveys, and the analysis of legal documents.
• Proficiency in GIS, mapping software, and spatial analysis techniques.
• In-depth knowledge of zoning regulations, land use codes, and environmental laws.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Outstanding research and data analysis abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for presenting findings to clients and stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to oversee multiple projects.
• Thorough understanding of relevant real estate laws, land development regulations, and property assessment methods.
• This position requires driving (excluding commute).
  
  

This position may require some bending, lifting, climbing, prolonged sitting, prolonged walking, walking on gravel or crawling when necessary.

JSG offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance options, short-term disability, 401(k), weekly pay, and more. Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #D650