Land Acquisition Manager; Realty Specialist Iv

Job Requisition : 53779 IPR#25-00991
Closing Date: 03/10/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Realty Specialist IV
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $5,432 Monthly;
Full Range: $5,432 - $9,713 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Edgar
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
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Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits.

Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top‑tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

This position is accountable for scheduling and supervising all state and federal highway right‑of‑way acquisition, as well as necessary relocation assistance for the state construction program in Region 3/District 5 and providing liaison with local agencies regarding real estate acquisition requirements needed to ensure compliance and certification on projects for the Region 3/District 5 Local Roads Construction Program.

• Schedules, supervises, and assists staff in providing fair and reasonable negotiations for needed land.
• Conducts negotiations with property owners, their attorneys, and public officials for acquisition of right‑ofway from railroads and/or in complex and special cases.
• Supervises the preparation of relocation assistance plans and other necessary documents for title clearance and payments.
• Prepares condemnation requests and work with the Special Assistant Attorneys General in eminentdomain proceedings.
• Provides liaison for local agencies on land acquisition matters.
• Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules. Performs all duties in a manner conducive to the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Completion of two years of college majoring in engineering, construction management, or related fields plus three years of professional experience in real estate, surveying, title work, land acquisition, appraisal, negotiation, property management or relocation assistance or a combination thereof; OR four years of professional experience in real estate, surveying, title work, land acquisition, appraisal, negotiation, property management or relocation assistance or a combination thereof.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Software.
• Experience and knowledge of the land acquisition process and how it relates to highway projects.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong leadership and management skills.

• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Requires district and state‑wide travel with occasional overnight stays.
• Requires successful completion of a background screening.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non‑State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non‑State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General…