DISTRICT RIGHT OF WAY MANAGER - 55008095

Requisition No: 859393 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: DISTRICT RIGHT OF WAY MANAGER - 55008095

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 55008095 

Salary:  $140,297.68 -$181,561.70 

Posting Closing Date: 09/04/2025 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

651 / Right of Way Administration

OPEN COMPETITIVE

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CONTACT PERSON: Heidi Solaun

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 305-470-5473

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS:  Heidi.Solaun@dot.state.fl.us

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $5,396.06 - $6,983.14/biweekly range

 

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

 

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

 

The Work You Will Do:

This position leads the Right of Way Administration Office, which is responsible for the acquisition of right-of-way essential for the construction, enhancement, and maintenance of transportation infrastructure. The Right of Way Manager will be responsible for signing the Certification for Construction ensuring that the projects can be advertised for construction.

Additionally, this role oversees the Property Management, Valuation, and Relocation Programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

The incumbent will manage appraisals, negotiation of rights-of-way, coordination of relocation assistance, leasing, and surplus of real property, while also implementing strategic initiatives to optimize land use and mitigate project impacts.

 

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. 

 

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development.  Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. 

 

Where You Will Work:

Right of Way Administration/1000 NW 111 Avenue Miami, FL  33172

 

 

Annual Salary Range:

$ 140,297.68 - $181,561.70

 

 

Your Specific Responsibilities:

 

Directs all negotiations with property owners to include making final decisions regarding administrative settlements including business damages. The Right of Way Manager also has final authority in the district on settlements in eminent domain litigation. Responsible for the overall efforts in the relocation of homeowners including counseling and seeking replacement sites. Provide all project certifications. Assign Department’s client representative.

Director property management of all Department owned right of way and the disposal by lease or sale of lands excess to the Department’s needs. Directs the activities of Joint use projects Right of Way Management System (RWMS), Project Scheduling, records archives, and invoicing.