Salary: $65,910.00 - $119,905.50 Annually
Location : Woodbridge, VA
Job Type: Full-Time (FT)
Job Number:
Department: TRANSPORTATION AND CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION
Division: CAPITAL
Opening Date: 08/13/2026
Closing Date: 8/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
GRADE: C41
Hiring Salary: $65,910.00 - $92,907.75

About This Role: In this position, the candidate should be able to negotiate and record land rights and purchases of real property required for capital improvement projects. Functions as liaison between property owners, contractors, and County staff. Verifies and calculates the accuracy of appraisals, title reports, plats and be able to follow the Uniform Act of 1970. Interpret real estate valuation principles, engineering plans, and construction drawings. Review and understand construction and utility plans and plats. Compiles data required for public hearings and condemnation proceedings. Prepares Board of County Supervisor agenda items and makes presentations to the Board, if needed. Maintains project files and data needed for project management and court testimony. Prepares land acquisition cost estimates. Prepare RFPs and negotiate contracts for land acquisition efforts for County road projects by consultants /contractors. Manage and coordinate the land acquisition, appraisals and relocation assistance services for County road projects.

Minimum Requirements: High School diploma or G.E.D. and 4 years of right-of-way related experience.

Preferences: Candidates with exceptional interpersonal communication skills, knowledge and experience with the eminent domain process and have experience negotiating solutions and reading engineering drawings and plats. Candidates with International right of way (IRWA) certifications are encouraged to apply. Prefer candidates have experience working in real estate, law, title work, business management, or economics and/or; and at least 3 years of experience in appraisal or acquisition of real estate or in negotiation for right-of-way acquisition, title work and law.

Special Requirements: The candidate must possess a valid drivers license and be able to use all standard office software and communication methods

Work Schedule: The core hours are Monday - Friday generally 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. with occasional evenings for public meetings. Some telework is typically available after initial 3 months.
Starting Salary Range: $65,910.00 - $92,907.75
We also offer excellent benefits to include:

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

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NOTE: The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click

01

By submitting this application, I understand the following: 1). Only the information provided on my application is used to determine my qualifications; 2). My resume will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application; 3). Only responses to Supplemental Questions that can be verified in my submitted education and work experience will be credited and 4). If selected, my employment dates will be verified back three (3) years (if applicable), with a required reference from my current or most recent employer.

• Yes, I acknowledge and understand the above statement and wish to continue in this process.
• No, I do not wish to proceed any further in this process.

02

Describe your experience in the field of right-of-way acquisition.

• I have more than 5 years of experience in the field of right-of-way
• I have 2- 5 years of experience in the field of right-of-way
• I have less than 2 years of experience in the field of right-of-way.
• I do not have any experience in the field of right-of-way.

03

Describe your experience with the right-of-way acquisition process for a public project.

• I have worked for a local public agency, State or Federal Government with negotiations for property rights for more than 5 projects bringing property acquisition to settlement or condemnation.
• I have worked for a local public agency, State or Federal Government with negotiations for property rights for less than 5 projects bringing property acquisition to settlement or condemnation.
• I have worked as a contractor in support of a local public agency, State or Federal Government with negotiations for property rights for more than 5 projects.
• I have worked as a contractor in support of a local public agency, State or Federal Government with negotiations for property rights for less than 5 projects.
• I have not worked on right-of-way acquisition for a public project.

04

Describe your experience with reviewing title reports.

• I have more than 5 years of experience reviewing title reports
• I have 2-5 years of experience reviewing title reports.
• I have less than 2 years of experience reviewing title reports.
• I have no experience with reviewing title reports.

05

How many land acquisition parcels for fee simple or easements have you brought through the eminent domain process?

• More than 100 parcels
• From 20-100 parcels
• Less than 20 parcels
• None

06

How do you rate your skills interpreting and reading roadway construction plans?

• I have more than 5 years interpreting and reading roadway construction plans.
• I have 2-5 years interpreting and reading roadway construction plans.
• I have less than 2 years interpreting and reading roadway construction plans.
• I do not have any experience interpreting and reading roadway construction plans.

07

Describe your involvement with appraisals or basic acquisition reports (BARs).

• I am a certified appraiser
• I have taken appraisal courses.
• I have more than 5 years interpreting appraisals or BARs
• I have less than 5 years interpreting appraisals or BARs.
• I do not have any experience with appraisals or BARs.

08

Describe your involvement with the International Right-Of-Way Association (IRWA).

• Senior Right of Way Professional Designation (SR/WA)
• I have a Right of Way Professional Certification (RWP)
• I have a Right of Way Agent Certification (RWA).
• I am a member but do not have any certification.
• I am not a member of IRWA.

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