Blueprint Right of Way Specialist

Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida.

The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services.

The City’s mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service. The City of Tallahassee’s workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.

Apply on or before 11pm on Friday, November 13th, 2026

Blueprint

Join the Blueprint team in turning community plans into reality by supporting the acquisition and management of the land that makes each project possible. In this role, you will assist with every step of the property process, from acquiring land to relocating people and businesses to selling property that is no longer needed, while serving as a knowledgeable and responsive resource for property owners and the public.

Working closely with the Blueprint Director, Attorney, and project management staff, you will help maintain the property records and reports that keep projects on track.

What You'll Do

Maintain the inventory of active and closed project files, and create project reports detailing right-of-way estimates and expenditures. Coordinate parcel acquisition agreements and closings by routing documents for review and approval, preparing closing check requests, delivering checks to the attorney or closing agent, and forwarding fully executed agreements to administrative staff for processing.

Review legal descriptions, surveys, title work, and appraisals to confirm the accuracy of parcel numbers, property addresses, and ownership information. Coordinate with title agencies, appraisers, ROW consultants, demolition and environmental services, and attorneys, including preparing task orders, processing invoices, tracking purchase order balances, monitoring contract expirations, and maintaining monthly consultant tracking reports.

Coordinate project-related communications and follow-up, respond to public records requests, assist the public with real estate inquiries, and maintain organized electronic files throughout the acquisition and closing process. Provide administrative support for parcels undergoing eminent domain proceedings, and perform additional duties such as attending site visits, recording deeds and easements, coordinating ad valorem exemptions with the Tax Collector, and transferring closing files to the appropriate maintenance entity.

For the complete job specification, listing essential duties and desirable qualifications, go to Blueprint Right of Way Assistant .

Associate’s degree in business administration, urban planning, political science, civil engineering technology, real estate or a related field; and Two (2) years of professional experience that includes the acquisition, disposition, or appraisal of real property for public agencies; OR High School Diploma or GED; and Four (4) years of professional experience that includes the acquisition, disposition, or appraisal of real property for public agencies

$22.0000 to $58.7999/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $36.5090/hour.

Must possess a valid Class-E State driver's license at the time of appointment.

The City of Tallahassee offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Paid vacation, sick leave, parental, and catastrophic illness leave Defined benefit pension and defined contribution plans Paid holidays Tuition reimbursement Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life and long-term disability insurance Pre-paid legal, critical illness, and auto insurance plans Note: OPS employees are eligible for medical insurance plans but not eligible for paid vacation, paid sick leave, or paid holidays.

Temporary employees (Non-OPS) are not eligible to participate in the City's benefits programs.

Visit Talgov.com/Employment click on the ‘Apply Today’ button, then navigate to ‘My Job Applications’ icon, and create an account. Only online applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the application, including the education and work history section, even if this information is included on your resume.

If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact the City’s Human Resources and Workforce Development Department at 850-891-8214. Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Tallahassee is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting equity and celebrating diversity. The City of Tallahassee invites applications without regard to an individual’s race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Veterans’ Preference: Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.

org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/, or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214.To claim Veterans' Preference, applicants must upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening. Accommodation for Persons with a Disability: If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City’s ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion, at 850-891-8950 or at TLHADA@talgov.

com Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or TDD 711, at least 48 hours, (excluding weekends and holidays), prior to the application deadline.