Directs right-of-way acquisition, appraisal, claims payment, and data management programs. Prepares right-of-way appraisals of property pursuant to eminent domain laws.
This class is intended for use at the journey level.
Plans, organizes and directs the activities of right-of-way acquisition, appraisal, claims payment, and data management programs. Develops and implements policies, regulations and procedures applicable to the program area. Reviews plans for projects, makes assignments to agents and provides technical assistance. Evaluates appraisal reports. Confers with property owners, legal advisors, agency staff, and other branches of state government in resolving issues of just compensation and payment of claims. Researches courthouse records to verify ownership, encumbrances and conditions of sale. Consults with legal counsel and serves as agency representative with settlement authority on condemnation/mediation cases; testifies in court. Ensures project documentation is properly inventoried and retained. Ensures all payments are made in a timely manner. Provides training and guidance to new employees. Represents agency at public information meetings to provide the general public with details of upcoming projects and answers right-of-way questions. Provides payment information to outside vendors and landowners.
Knowledge of state and federal laws pertaining to real estate conveyances, easements, contracts, relocation assistance and eminent domain. Knowledge of real estate appraisal processes. Knowledge of ownership records and document retention guidelines/schedules. Knowledge of claims package preparation processes. Ability to supervise lower-level Right-of-way Agents. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public. Ability to interpret highway construction plans. Ability to understand deeds and other instruments of real estate conveyances. Ability to communicate effectively.
Some positions may require a South Carolina Real Estate Appraiser's License. Some positions may also require a valid driver's license or a valid commercial driver's license (CDL).
A bachelor's degree and right-of-way acquisition or real estate appraisal experience.