Property Acquisitions Specialist

2 weeks ago


Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada Metro Vancouver Full time
Job Summary

**Job Title:** Property Acquisitions Specialist

**Job Type:** Full-Time Regular

**Department:** Procurement & Real Estate Services

**Employee Group:** Teamsters Local 31

**Location:** Metro Vancouver

**Salary Range/Wage Rate:** PG 27 $3, $4,119.45 bi-weekly

**Job Description:**

**Key Responsibilities:**

  • Appraise and/or negotiate the purchase, sale, exchange, or rental of property or interest in property required for or surplus to requirements concerning water mains, trunk sewers, parks, hospital sites, or housing developments.
  • Direct property surveys and searches titles, as required, and obtain a variety of information concerning current market values, zoning, municipal requirements, legal encumbrances, and suitability of the property.
  • Prepare reports concerning the value and desirability of acquiring property and instruct legal counsel, obtain approval of purchase, and follow up on completion of such transactions.
  • Prepare reports on property matters for a superior for submission to the Board, Committees, and others.
  • For some positions, prepare by-laws, negotiate agreements with housing commissions, or negotiate with property owners regarding claims for damage incurred resulting from district facilities and operations.
  • As required, gather and index a variety of information related to property, property inventories, insurable values, and prepare rent rate reviews.
  • Obtain permission from property owners for entry and/or easements required by district staff and/or contractors.
  • Maintain liaison with district staff, private owners, municipal representatives, architects, committees, and other public bodies concerning the acquisition of property.
  • Act in an advisory capacity to legal counsel during arbitration proceedings.
  • Input computer data as required, maintain records and files, and conduct correspondence on properties being considered and acquired.
  • Perform related work as required.

**Requirements:**

  • Completion of the 12th school grade and an accredited course in Property Appraisal.
  • Considerable experience in property appraisal, negotiation, and related real estate work or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • Certification as A.A.C.l., R.I.B.C., C.R.A., or equivalent.
  • Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of evaluation, negotiation, disposal, exchange, rental, and acquisition of all types of property.
  • Considerable knowledge of current realty values, construction costs, market trends, and the processing of property transactions.
  • Sound knowledge of zoning and building bylaws.
  • Sound knowledge of modern office practices and procedures relating to real estate appraisal.
  • Sound knowledge of the functions of the applicable department and the property requirements of same.
  • Working knowledge of mortgages and leases and their relation to applicable property.
  • Ability to appraise and negotiate property purchase, rental, sale, or exchange.
  • Ability to successfully meet and negotiate with property owners and deal effectively with tenants, realtors, business representatives, committees, and the general public.
  • Ability to prepare detailed technical reports related to the appraisal and acquisition of all types of property, to maintain files and records, and input computer data as required.
  • Ability to act in an advisory capacity to legal counsel and district officials during arbitration proceedings.
  • Driver's Licence for the Province of British Columbia.

**Our Vision:**

Metro Vancouver embraces collaboration and innovation in providing sustainable regional services that contribute to a livable and resilient region and a healthy natural environment for current and future generations.

**At Metro Vancouver:**

We are committed to cultivating a diverse, safe, equitable, and inclusive work environment for all. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is reflective of the region we serve.


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