Land Affairs Officer
The Public Entity Sint Eustatius (OLE) carries out both municipal and provincial tasks on this special municipality of the Netherlands. Together with our 200 colleagues, we work towards good governance, sustainable development and a strong community. Working at OLE means helping shape the future of a unique and resilient island.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Good land management helps residents, businesses and public organisations make responsible use of the space available on Sint Eustatius. As our Land Affairs Officer (Medewerker Grondzaken), you help ensure that government-owned land is managed carefully, agreements are clear and land records are reliable.
In this role, you combine land administration with practical advice and contact with the community. You process applications for long lease rights (erfpacht), rental and use of government land. You guide applicants through the process, prepare agreements and monitor how land is used. Your work contributes directly to transparent decisions and the responsible development of Statia.
You work closely with colleagues within the Economy, Nature & Infrastructure (ENI) directorate, policy advisers, the Cadastre, notaries and surveyors. You also serve as a point of contact for residents, entrepreneurs and other stakeholders.
In addition, your tasks include:
Maintaining accurate, complete and up-to-date government land records, parcel information and case files.
Processing applications for long lease rights, rental, use, transfer and allocation of government-owned land.
Preparing decisions, agreements, correspondence and practical advice on land affairs and the implementation of land policy.
Monitoring compliance with lease, rental and land-use agreements, carrying out site inspections and reporting unauthorised use.
Answering questions from residents and businesses and coordinating with the Cadastre, notaries, surveyors and other relevant organisations.
Improving and digitising land administration processes to make information more accessible and reliable.
Contributing to spatial planning, infrastructure and land development projects, and representing land affairs in multidisciplinary meetings.
Preparing quarterly reports, management information and progress updates.
Employment Conditions
The selected candidate may receive:
- Temporary employment for a trial period of one year, with the prospect of permanent employment.
- Salary: Scale 9, gross monthly between $3,772.92 – $5,061.23 (36-hour workweek)
- Working hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week.
- Allowances: Holiday allowance of 8.33% and an end-of-year bonus of 8.33% of the annual salary.
- 182 holiday hours per year pro rata based of a 36-hour working week.
- Benefits: Inclusion in the pension fund.
- A supportive and professional working environment.
- A relocation scheme for candidates who respond from outside the island.
Additional requirements
An assessment, case, and/or reference check may be part of the procedure. The selected candidate must provide a certificate of good conduct (VOG) and undergo medical evaluation for inclusion in the pension fund.
The following order of preference will be applied during the selection process:
Employees of the Public Entity Sint Eustatius (internal)
Residents from or currently living on Sint Eustatius
Residents of the Caribbean part of the Netherlands
All other candidates
A preference will be given to candidates who are locally based.
Required Skills and Competencies
Integrity and accuracy in handling information and public assets.
Clear communication and a helpful, service-minded approach.
Ownership of responsibilities, priorities and deadlines.
Strong analytical skills and a practical approach to problem-solving.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively.
Organisational awareness and sound judgement on when to involve others.
Job requirements
Higher professional education (HBO) working and thinking level;
A completed degree in the field of Spatial Planning, Surveying, Law, Real Estate, Public Administration, Construction Engineering, or a comparable field;
Demonstrated experience in land affairs, real estate management, domain management, permitting, or similar activities;
Experience with administrative processes and case file management;
Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations, or the ability and willingness to quickly acquire this knowledge;
Experience with GIS systems, parcel registrations, or cadastral systems is an advantage;
Strong advisory skills;
Good command of the Dutch and English languages, both verbally and in writing;
A valid driver’s license (category B) is an advantage.
More information
More information
Interviews will be scheduled in consultation with candidates.
Questions about the position? Contact Ms. Ina Deuring – Unit Manager Internal Services – ina.deuring@statiagov.com
Questions about the recruitment process? Contact Ms. Yvonne van ‘t Oever - vacancies@statiagov.com
Apply
Apply no later than Sunday 1 November 2026. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as the vacancy may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found. Apply via the application button and upload your CV and motivation letter, addressed to:
The Executive Council of the Public Entity of St. Eustatius
Attn: Island Secretary - Malvern Dijkshoorn-Lopes Apply via: https://www.werkenbijstatia.com/vacaturebeschrijving/medewerker-grondzaken
