SUPERVISING REAL PROPERTY SPECIALIST
City of Cincinnati
General Statement of Duties
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This Supervising Real Property Specialist will oversee and perform a variety of real estate functions as they relate to securing the rights of way for sewer projects in compliance with Ohio Rev. Code § 163; review and approve all appraisals and establish Fair Market Value on behalf ofMetropolitan Sewer District of Greater Cincinnati (MSDGC) in compliance with Ohio Rev. Code chapter 4763; oversee the management of city and county-owned properties under the jurisdiction of MSDGC.
Primary responsibilities are to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, review appraisals, oversee acquisitions, lease terms and establish lease values, review and analyze relocation cases to establish accurate payments to tenants and owners. Analyze and distribute workload to staff. Analyze and coordinate records information into reports. Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff. Interpret and explain city, state and federal real estate policies and procedures.
Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures within city, state, and federal guidelines; interpret and implement established regulations related to city real estate projects.
Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)
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(Illustrative only. Any one position may not require all of the listed KSAs nor do the listed examples include all the KSAs which may be required.)
Knowledge of:
City, federal and state regulations related to the acquisition, relocation and management of real property.
City, federal and state licensing laws related to brokers, sales agents and appraisers.
Cincinnati Municipal Code as related to real estate issues.
Board of County Commissioners legislation procedures.
Professional organizations and information resources pertaining to real estate.
Processes of appraisal and negotiation related to real property.
Principles of municipal budget preparation and control.
Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.Ability to:
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Review appraisals, negotiate acquisitions and lease terms and establish lease values.
Review and analyze relocation cases to establish accurate payments to tenants and owners.
Analyze and distribute work load to staff.
Analyze and coordinate records information into assigned status reports.
Use appropriate computer applications, including several databases.
Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff.
Interpret and explain City, state and federal real estate policies and procedures.
Prepare clear and concise reports.Examples of Work Performed(Illustrative only. Any one position within this classification may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all of the tasks which may be performed.)
Assume management responsibility for assigned services and activities of the Right-of-Way Section of MSDGC; coordinate the organization, staffing and operational activities for the Right-of-Way Section of MSDGC.
Manage and participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities; recommend and implement resulting policies and procedures within City, state and federal guidelines; interpret and implement established regulations related to City real estate projects.
Identify opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identify resource needs; review with appropriate management staff; implement improvements.
Plan, direct, coordinate and review the work plan for assigned services and activities; assign work activities and projects; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems.
Manage, coordinate and oversee all City-, County- state- and federal government-funded real estate projects for MSDGC; advise and consult with administrators, department heads and division heads on real estate projects.
Oversee the management of City and County-owned properties under the jurisdiction of MSDGC; review and approve all appraisals on behalf of MSDGC.
Prepare correspondence as assigned; respond for the City Manager (County Administrator) or City Solicitors (County Prosecutor) to Council (Board of County Commissioners) Motions and Referrals; respond verbally and in writing to complaints or concerns about real estate issues from citizens, City Council or Board of County Commissioners members, or others.
Select, train, motivate and evaluate real estate personnel; provide or coordinate training, work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement disciplinary and termination procedures.
Oversee and coordinate state and federal audits.
Negotiate major transactions as necessary; review and approve all relocation payments to owners and tenants involved in acquisition or relocation projects.
Oversee real estate records systems and related computer technology; upgrade software and hardware as appropriate.
Oversee and participate in the development and administration of the annual budget for the Right-of-Way Section; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.
Assist those contacted in the course of duty in an effective, efficient and professional manner.
Perform related duties as assigned.Probationary PeriodTwelve months
Supervision ExercisedExercises direct supervision over non-legal professional, technical and clerical staff.
Required Education and Experience
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Each applicant must have five years of responsible experience in real estate sales and acquisition, appraisal, or management, with two years of supervisory responsibility. Additionally, each applicant must have a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in business administration, economics, public administration, real estate or a closely related field.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Must currently hold or have the ability to become a State of Ohio Certified General Appraiser.MILITARY EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE EVALUATIONMilitary education and experience may be substituted for college level course work at the lower and upper division baccalaureate and graduate levels and apprenticeship training at the vocational certificate level on a case by case basis based on the American Council on Education (ACE) Military Guide recommendations.
HR CONTACT: DENISE.BROWNING@CINCINNATI-OH.GOV Working and Physical Conditions
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Environmental Conditions: Predominately indoor environment; exposure to office computer screens; some outdoor work required; work closely with others.
Physical Conditions: Duties require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting, standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; must be able to operate computers and other office equipment; general manual dexterity.
