*D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S.,*was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website atwww.drhorton.comfor more information. *D.R. Horton, Inc.*is currently looking for an*_Land Acquisitioner - IS_*in the Operations Department. The right candidate will acquire undeveloped land or finished lots for development. Work with property owners, brokers, land developers, city officials and others to secure land. *Essential Duties and Responsibilities*include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Coordinate, secure, and organize land acquisition leads * Receive and provide initial response plan for all new leads from outside sources * Perform Title and municipal research and initial “cold call” inquires for potential land leads * Provide initial meeting with seller and/or seller’s representative * Provide all pertinent property description information, seller demands, terms, conditions, and contact information to management * Prepare letters of intent * Maintain close relationships with land developers, brokers and land owners * Underwrite and analyze the financial aspects of each development opportunity * Communicate regularly with city officials * Negotiate purchase contracts with sellers * Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company * Able to travel overnight *Education and/or Experience* * Fifth year college or university program certificate * Four to six years of related experience and/or training * Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications * Proficiency with MS Office and email *Preferred Qualifications* * Strong written and oral communication skills * Ability to multi-task and attention to detail Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including: * Medical, Vision and Dental * 401(K) * Employee Stock Purchase Plan * Flex Spending Accounts * Life Insurance * Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays */Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeople2/* Followus on social media @hortoncareers for an inside look at our company and connect with us on LinkedIn for up to date job listings! LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram **Job:** **Land* **Organization:** **Home Builder* **Title:** *Land Acquisitioner-IS* **Location:** *DE-Smyrna* **Requisition ID:** *2500286*