REAL PROPERTY SPECIALIST (NEGOTIATOR)
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REAL PROPERTY SPECIALIST (NEGOTIATOR)
Salary
$73,185.21 - $98,354.81 Annually
Location
Centennial II, Human Resources Department, 805 Central Avenue, Suite 200, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, OH
Job Type
Full-time Classified
Job Number
25-02348
Department
Metropolitan Sewer District
Opening Date
05/28/2026
Closing Date
6/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Benefits
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General Statement of Duties
Performs entry-level professional work supporting real estate and right-of-way activities, including property acquisition, appraisal review, negotiation, relocationassistance, and property management. Reviews and interprets right-of-way plans, appraisals, title and environmental reports, and communicates findings clearly to property owners and stakeholders. Coordinates with attorneys, internal staff, and external partners to facilitate project activities and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Prepares required documentation and maintains accurate records using standard computer applications. Works with general independence while receiving guidance on more complex assignments.
May negotiate uncomplicated acquisitions and excess land sales, and work with senior negotiators with leases and more complicated acquisitions.
Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)
(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:
Standard English, grammar and usage; standard correspondence and report formats.
Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration; accounting principles.
Use of computers including word processing and spreadsheets.
Pertinent City, County, state and federal laws, codes and regulations.
Civil Service Rules; City Human Resources Policies and Procedures; EEO, ADA, Affirmative Action; union contracts; and other technical procedural materials related to departmental business.
Conflict resolution techniques; negotiation techniques.
Principles and practices of human resource management.
Principles of supervision and training.
Skill to:
Manage work objectives.
Establish work priorities.
Ability to:
Process complex information while maintaining attention to detail; perform complex analyses of problems and formulate solutions to such problems.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Make decisions based on data analysis and observation.
Interpret, explain and apply pertinent City, County, state and federal laws, regulations, ordinances, policies and procedures; interpret and apply rules of contract compliance.
Maintain confidentiality of City information.
Conduct investigations as appropriate.
Resolve disputes; negotiate compromises.
Operate a computer in performance of assigned duties.
Operate assigned vehicle in performance of job duties (as required).
Examples of Work Performed
Handles less complicated negotiations including minor part takes, sale of right-of-way, and fee acquisitions.
Meets with the property owners, clients, petitioners or neighborhood groups on site or other locations to discuss MSD projects (may require evening and weekend appointments). Handles less complicated street vacations, excess property sales and work with senior negotiators on leases and more complicated acquisitions. Prepares and files Hamilton County property tax exemption applications and Hamilton County Board of revision applications.
Closes purchase contracts for MSD projects. Drafts various documents for review and approval by attorneys in the Law Department.
Prepares and updates titles and performs other courthouse research as necessary.
Probationary Period
Twelve months
Required Education and Experience
Three years' experience with the City of Cincinnati working in support of right-of-way activities and/or property acquisition. Experience must include preparing property acquisition records, reviewing and explaining construction and right of way drawings, deed research, appraisal fundamentals, and property owner relations.
OR
Three years' experience in the real estate field, with at least two years' experience in property acquisition (with compensation received on a fee or salary basis, not a brokerage basis involving a commission) and a minimum of an Associate's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field. Other degrees may be considered.
OR
Three years' experience in the real estate field, with at least two years' experience in property acquisition (with compensation received on a fee or salary basis, not a brokerage basis involving a commission) and a minimum of an Associate's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field. Other degrees may be considered.
OR
A minimum of an Associate's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field along with completion of Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Acquisition 100 through 104 class work for prequalified consultant's certificate issued by the ODOT (Must be in good standing with ODOT). Other degrees may be considered.
OR
A minimum of an Associate's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field along with completion of International Right of Way Association (IRWA) classwork for certificate qualification as a Right of Way Agent (RWA) (Must be in good standing with IRWA). Other degrees may be considered.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Within 6 months of initial appointment, incumbent must obtain an Ohio Notary Public Commission. Failure to meet this requirement shall be grounds for corrective action up to dismissal.
Must maintain certification credentials throughout the duration of employment in this position, failure to do so may result in corrective action up to dismissal.
Must possess a valid Driver's license.
Must be willing to provide own automobile, when required.
Some positions may require a license as a Public Notary.
HR CONTACT: DENISE.BROWNING@CINCINNATI-OH.GOV
The below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.
The City of Cincinnati offers its employees competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefit package designed to actively attract and retain quality employees' to add additional value to the City of Cincinnati's workforce. A summary of these benefits for full-time employment is listed below. This is a general listing of benefits for all employees and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing for all bargaining units.
The City offers a variety of training programs, ranging from job-specific skills such as computer and equipment instruction, to helping supervisors improve their management techniques.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Cincinnati is dedicated to providing equal employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation or transgendered status, or ethnic, national or Appalachian origin, or on the basis of any other category protected under federal, state and local laws.
Holidays
The City of Cincinnati has 11 paid holidays annually that include:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans' Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving
Christmas
Health Insurance
The City of Cincinnati 80/20 offers 3 medical plans to all full time City of Cincinnati employees and eligible dependents: the 80/20 PPO medical plan, the HDHP medical plan with an HSA contribution, and a Health Reimbursement Arrangement for those enrolled on another non-city eligible group plan.
Eligible dependents include:
Legal Spouse or Equal Partner
Child (natural child, adopted child, and/or child who the group has determined is covered under a "Qualified Medical Child Support Order")
Step-child
Child for whom the employee or employee's spouse/equal partner is a legal guardian
Basic Life Insurance
A $50,000 Basic Life Insurance policy is paid for by the City for certain eligible employees. Full time employees not eligible for the City-paid basic life insurance policy are generally provided a similar benefit through their union group.
Supplemental Life, Long Term Disability, Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
Most full time City employees are eligible to participate in a supplemental life insurance program, a long term disability plan, and accident and critical illness insurance programs at their own expense. Premiums are determined by age, amount of coverage, and various additional factors.
Flexible Benefits Plans
Healthcare Flex Spending Account
City employees can participate in the Healthcare Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay out-of-pocket medical, prescription, dental, and vision care expenses for employees and family members.
Dependent Care Flex Spending Account
City employees can participate in a Dependent Care Flex Spending Account that can be used to pay work-related dependent care expenses. Participants can set aside money each year through pre-tax payroll deductions to pay for these expenses.
Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account
City employees can participate in a Transportation Expense Reimbursement Account (TERA) that can be used to reimburse expenses related to traveling to and from work. Participants can set-up a pre-tax payroll deduction up to an IRS regulated amount.
Healthy Lifestyles Program
City employees can voluntarily participate in a wellness incentive program that encourages and rewards employees and their spouses/equal partners for making positive choices for better health. The City of Cincinnati will contribute up to $300/year to a Health Reimbursement Account for each the employee and their spouse/equal partner for meeting specified program goals. These dollars can be used to offset qualified out-of-pocket medical expenses.
Integrated Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
This is a voluntary program that serves as an alternative healthcare option to traditional medical plans. If you have alternate group health coverage available to you through a spouse, equal partner, another job, or a non-city retirement plan, you may be eligible for this plan which reimburses you for the difference in premiums between the plans and your covered out of pocket expenses on the other plan.
Retirement Plan
The City provides a defined benefit pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. New hires and re-hired employees are required to participate in the City of Cincinnati's Retirement System (CRS), regardless of previous participation in an Ohio State pension system or any another state or federal pension system. CRS is funded by employer and employee contributions, and investment returns from plan assets. CRS provides retirement and health care benefits subject to eligibility requirements. The following groups are excluded from participation in CRS: Mayor and Members of City Council; Sworn Police & Fire; Police Recruits; and Rehired Ohio Police & Fire Retirees.
Deferred Compensation
As an Ohio government employer, the City offers employees the ability to participate in a 457(b) tax-deferred retirement savings plan. The City makes an annual match to your 457(b) of up to $750, or as otherwise specified in applicable regulations and union contracts.
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If you are a current City of Cincinnati employee, what is your employee ID? (type N/A if not applicable)
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If you are a current City of Cincinnati employee, what is your job classification (job title)? (Type N/A if not applicable.)
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Do you understand this position requires you to obtain and maintain an Ohio Public Notary within the first 6 months of your employment. Failure to meet this requirement shall be grounds for corrective action up to dismissal.
Yes
No
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This role requires that you have a valid driver's license. Do you have a valid driver's license? (DRIVER LICENSE MUST BE ATTACHED.)
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Do you understand you may be required to furnish a personal vehicle in order to perform assigned duties?
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Which of the following minimum qualifications do meet?
Three years' experience with the City of Cincinnati working in support of right-of-way activities and/or property acquisition. Experience must include preparing property acquisition records, reviewing and explaining construction and right of way drawings, deed research, appraisal fundamentals, and property owner relations. (RESUME MUST BE ATTACHED.)
Three years' experience in the real estate field, with at least two years' experience in property acquisition (with compensation received on a fee or salary basis, not a brokerage basis involving a commission) and a minimum of an Associate's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field. Other degrees may be considered. (RESUME AND TRANSCRIPT MUST BE ATTACHED.)
A minimum of an Associate's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field along with completion of Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Acquisition 100 through 104 class work for prequalified consultant's certificate issued by the ODOT (Must be in good standing with ODOT). Other degrees may be considered. (TRANSCRIPT AND ODOT CERTIFICATES MUST BE ATTACHED.)
A minimum of an Associate's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field along with completion of International Right of Way Association (IRWA) classwork for certificate qualification as a Right of Way Agent (RWA) (Must be in good standing with IRWA). Other degrees may be considered. (TRANSCRIPT AND IRWA CERTIFICATES MUST BE ATTACHED.)
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Employer
City of Cincinnati
Address
805 Central Avenue Suite 200 Cincinnati, Ohio, 45202
Phone
513-352-2400
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