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Fredericksburg, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Jan 2026

About the role

Support Right of Way functions through a learning program in preparation for higher level assignments.

How you will contribute:
  • Identify hurdles to learning through his or her immediate supervisor, as assigned, and to program coordinators.: Identify hurdles to learning through his or her immediate supervisor, as assigned, and to program coordinators.
  • Learn the Right of Way disciplines and associated body of knowledge (laws, policies and procedures). Acquire knowledge in property appraisal, negotiation, relocation, and legal obligations.: Learn the Right of Way disciplines and associated body of knowledge (laws, policies and procedures). Acquire knowledge in property appraisal, negotiation, relocation, and legal obligations.
  • Participate in a 24: month rotation through various functions, and participate in a 6-month specialty rotation, as assigned.


  • What will make you successful:
  • Ability to conduct research, prepare reports and make presentations.
  • Ability to learn quickly.
  • Ability to resolve disputes, complaints, and conflicts effectively and tactfully.
  • Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative approaches to problems.
  • Ability to work in a team environment or individually. Ability to focus on customer needs.
  • Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer services, including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards and evaluating customer satisfaction.
  • Skill in performing basic mathematics.
  • Skilled with personal computers and associated systems, particularly Microsoft Office and financial management software.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Ability to conduct research, prepare reports and make presentations.
  • Ability to resolve disputes, complaints, and conflicts effectively and tactfully.
  • Ability to use logic, reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative approaches to problems.
  • Frequent day travel; occasional overnight travel required
  • Knowledge of principles, processes for providing customer service, including customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards and evaluating customer satisfaction.
  • Skill in performing basic mathematics.
  • Skilled with personal computers, associated systems, particularly Microsoft Office and financial management software.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Valid driver's license.

  • Additional Considerations:
  • A combination of training, experience, or education in Property Management, Land Acquisition or related field desired.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office. Experience giving presentations.
  • Knowledge of legal terms relating to real property.
  • Knowledge of real estate transaction process.

  • Click below to learn more about the Competency Model associated with this Position:
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    VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
    VDOT Code of Ethics
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    Physical Requirements

    VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

    In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or

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    Virginia Department of Transportation

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