Job Description / Duties

Property Agent and Appraiser
Program Services 5

Alberta Transportation, Lethbridge/Peace River. Alberta Transportation is a Centre of Excellence for transportation in North America. We contribute to Alberta's prosperity and quality of life by providing and supporting a safe, innovative, and sustainable provincial transportation system and water management infrastructure. To learn more about the Alberta Transportation, follow the link to http://www.transportation.alberta.ca/index.htm

If you are seeking to establish or progress your career in the land acquisition and management sector and the public service, we have two rewarding opportunities available for you to apply your education and gain valuable experience and training.

Working within a team of professional Property Agents and reporting to the Property Manager, you will be responsible for land acquisition and property management functions for Provincial Government purposes. A professional level of expertise is required in the application of advanced appraisal techniques and value judgments to determine property values for negotiations and/or expropriation purposes and to create and/or modify legal documents pertaining to real estate transactions.

Using your excellent negotiation skills to acquire and sell property and strong understanding of real estate valuation principles, contracts, survey/construction plans, and Land Titles procedures, you will manage the work of external groups to facilitate land negotiations, identify and resolve issues arising from property acquisition for roadway projects, and establish and maintain a strong network of contacts with private sector resources in performing these duties.
Highly developed skills in oral and written communication, human judgment, organization of time and effort will enable you to successfully expedite negotiations and to provide real estate expertise to senior management and other government departments for policy and decision making purposes.

These positions are located in Peace River and Lethbridge communities. Please note your location(s) of preference on your resume.

Peace River is a scenic, thriving, urban centre in Alberta's northwest and is home to over 6,000 residents. The community is situated in the Peace River Valley and straddles the banks of the mighty Peace River. The town is within a five hours' drive north of Edmonton and two hours northeast of Grande Prairie and is serviced with air, rail and bus links. For more information about living and working in Peace River, visit http://peaceriver.net/

Lethbridge, a vibrant community in Southern Alberta, is one of the sunniest and warmest cities in Canada. It is Alberta's closest city to the US border, a few hours from Calgary, and just an hour's drive to the majestic Rocky Mountains and stunning Waterton National Park. For more information about living and working in Lethbridge, visit http://www.lethbridge.ca.

Salary: $2,772.38 - $3,652.68 bi weekly ($72,359 - $95,335 annually). Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is selected. Job ID #1011145.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Qualifications: University graduation in a related field plus 6 years of directly related experience in property acquisition, appraisals and property valuation, sale of property and drafting of a broad range of real estate agreements.

The AACI designation with the Appraisal Institute of Canada or SR/WA designation with the International Right of Way Association is required. Candidates working toward their designation will be considered at a lower classification and salary range.

Equivalencies will be considered including additional directly related experience in lieu of education. Extensive directly related Experience with MS Office is also required.

A valid Class 5 Driver's license is required. Candidates with lesser experience may be considered at a lower classification and salary level. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies within the Government of Alberta.

To learn more about working for the Government of Alberta, please follow the links:
What we offer:
- Comprehensive benefits plan: https://www.jobs.alberta.ca/offer/index.html
- Pension plan: http://www.pspp.ca/
- Professional learning and development
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance

Additional Information

Online applications are preferred. Note: As only one file can be uploaded, please ensure your cover letter, resume and any other related documents are submitted in one file. Applicants who apply online will be able to track the status of this competition.

If you are unable to apply online, please submit your cover letter and resume, quoting the Job ID, to :Alberta Transportation, Human Resources, 3rd Floor, Infrastructure Building, 6950 - 113 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T6H 5V7; Fax: (780) 422-5138.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' education and experience best meets the needs of the position. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting, please contact Ahmed Hussain at (780) 644-1575.

www.jobs.alberta.ca

Salary: $2,772.38 - $3,652.68 bi weekly ($72,359 - $95,335 annually)

Contact Information

:Alberta Transportation, Human Resources, 3rd Floor, Infrastructure Building, 6950 - 113 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T6H 5V7; Fax: (780) 422-5138

Employer Profile

The Government of Alberta offers diverse and rewarding career opportunities for everyone - from individuals beginning their careers to those with lots of experience. Our staffing principles ensure staffing decisions are based on merit, with consistent and fair processes.