DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

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RIGHT OF WAY AGENT SENIOR

Job Location:

4949 - ACQUISITION
205 S. 17th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ  85363

Posting Details:

Salary: $62,446.70 - $72,446.70 

Grade: 21

Closing Date: January 15, 2026

Job Summary:

The R/W Agent Senior position is responsible for performing the diverse upper level technical R/W Acquisition and Residential/Business Relocation functions required of the Section; including monitoring projects and overseeing off-site contracted consultants. Additionally, R/W Agent Senior is to provide upper level direction, oversight, problem solving solutions and technical assistance related to R/W Acquisition and Relocation to lower level agents; Performing all the required R/W Acquisition and Relocation functions per State and Federal Statutes, regulations, standards and guidelines.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

Give and receive information requiring analysis and judgment regarding current and specific business practices of the Right of Way Group by multiple means including telephone, electronically and direct contact. Drive a state vehicle in the course of performing required duties.

Review the work products of lower level Right of Way agents. Train and assist lower level workers with work assignments and more complex problem solving regarding work methods and processes.

Confer with Right of Way management, staff members and representatives of other Sections and agencies to acquire information needed for determinations and/or decisions. Attend and participate in meetings and training as required and assigned. Out of town travel and overnight lodging as needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Current principles, practices and methods in the agency Right of Way program.
• Federal and State statutes, rules and regulations, agency policies, standards and regulations as they apply to the Right of Way Functions of the assigned work Unit, Section, or within the Group.
• Principles and practices of modern organizational operation and development.

SKILL IN:

• Comprehending and complying with established priorities.
• Effectively dealing with conflicting needs and timelines.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Complying with Right of Way program initiatives, policies and procedures.
• Analyzing diverse situations and developing potential solutions.
• Researching, collecting data and reports; synthesizing diverse issues and information.
• Making inferences from a variety of sources; supporting the development and Implementation of various improvement initiatives for the Right of Way program, its associated functions, products and services.

ABILITY TO:

• Analyze specific situations and determine acceptable solutions within the framework of laws, rules, regulations and policies.
• Perform research, collect and analyze data, and report information.
• Negotiate and apply reason persuasively to resolve issues.
• Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.

Selective Preference(s):

Four years of experience in relevant area with increased responsibility over time. Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Valid Arizo