Job Overview
Position: Real Estate Program Manager, Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA). The role is a position‑specific recruitment; the list of eligible candidates will be used to fill this Maryland Transportation Authority position/function only.
Nature of Work
The Real Estate Program Manager oversees and manages complex real estate and right‑of‑way activities in support of transportation infrastructure projects and organizational property management objectives. This position is responsible for administering real estate programs, coordinating property acquisitions and negotiations, managing leases and contracts, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing leadership for real estate operations, project delivery, and stakeholder coordination.
Managing right‑of‑way acquisition, property management, lease administration, and real estate negotiations.
Negotiating easements, land purchases, permits, airspace leases, and settlement agreements.
Researching and analyzing land titles, deeds, plats, and property ownership records.
Coordinating appraisal, title, demolition, and consultant services related to real estate projects.
Preparing and reviewing real estate agreements, contracts, permits, licenses, and related legal documents.
Managing surplus property inventory, airspace rental programs, and resource‑sharing agreements.
Supporting GIS/right‑of‑way integration and property mapping initiatives.
Developing and implementing policies, procedures, and records retention practices for real estate services.
Coordinating with engineers, surveyors, attorneys, government agencies, consultants, and other stakeholders.
Conducting internal audits and ensuring compliance with State, Federal, and local regulations.
Providing guidance, training, and technical assistance to staff and external partners.
Managing project schedules, deliverables, meetings, and communications related to real estate activities.
This position will report directly to the Deputy Director of Planning and Program Development. The current vacancy is located in Baltimore County, MD. Hybrid telework schedules may be available.
Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Six years of experience in administrative or professional work, including at least two years of supervising employees, and at least three years of involvement in real property acquisition and disposal, right‑of‑way activities, lease administration, property management, and/or real estate contract management.
Preferred Qualifications
Substitutions for required experience: 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.
Possession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work.
Possession of a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university and one year of experience in administrative staff or professional work.
U.S. Armed Forces military service experience involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policies, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year‑for‑year basis.
Licenses & Certifications
Employees in this classification will be required to possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license in the State of Maryland. Applicants must list the license number and date of expiration on the application.
Benefits
MDTA employees receive a generous benefits package, including a minimum of 11 paid holidays, at least 27 days of leave annually (personal, vacation, and sick), access to the State Pension System, deferred compensation plans, and excellent health, dental, and vision plans. Leave may be prorated based upon start date.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
MDTA is an equal opportunity employer. The agency does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Reasonable Accommodations
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided upon request. Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disability will be provided upon request.
Additional Information
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
All applications must be received by 06/15/26.
#J-18808-Ljbffr