Highway Right of Way Agent II

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Transportation - Agency 27

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$23.140

Job Posting:

JR2024-00011670 Highway Right of Way Agent II (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

12-18-2024

Job Description:

Are you looking for interesting work that offers new challenges every day and the ability to leave your mark on the state? If so, consider this opportunity with the Right of Way (ROW) Division and the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT). Our Right of Way Project Managers get their hands into many aspects of building transportation projects and property management, focusing on creating negotiation contracts, issuing right-of-way certificates, maintaining leases, researching property ownerships, proofing documents, working with appraisals, titles, and legal descriptions. Everyday is something different, making this position, rewarding and multi-faceted.

We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates

 

JOB DUTIES:

• Research and collect information from extensive sources to verify ownership and contact information of land tracts.
• Prepare electronic and paper documents for contacts, payment vouchers, deeds, and other applicable documents related to land acquisitions; manage and organize the documents for negotiations.
• Prepare the Right of Way documents necessary for the acquisition of real estate for Highway Projects as required by Federal Law, confirm that all Right of Way encroachments are clear, and all property has been acquired, and submit the completed certificate to NDOT's Construction Division.
• Assist with the issuance of Right of Way Occupancy Permits when needed.
• Assist with the Excess Land Sale process.
• Track payments for all Oil & Gas leases on NDOT-owned Right of Way, create and track all other leases in NDOT-owned Right of Way including parking, farming, and other leases, submit invoices into NDOT’s Payment System, and track the payment.
• Coordinate and provide liaison between the activities assigned and other agency units and external parties to ensure completion of projects within specified time frames.
• Communicate with immediate supervisor and other divisional/agency staff about operational needs and issues affecting the staff/activities assigned and projects assigned to develop work plans, implement solutions, and achieve work objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Education and/or experience in real estate appraisal or valuation, relocation assistance, property management, public relations, public policy, mediation, or public/business administration.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with highway construction projects and plans, agency organization goals, structure, functions, policies, and practices. 
• Experience and working knowledge of Right of Way Division automated information database applications, operations and systems, general administrative and operational manuals, and personnel/contractual requirements.
• Basic supervisory principles and skills.

Other:

• Must have a valid driver’s license or ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
• Occasional travel within the state is required, with in-frequent overnight stays possible. 

 

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Federal and state laws and regulations related to highway right-of-way determination, acquisition, purchase, and related functions.
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