RIGHT OF WAY AGENT ADVANCED

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Job Location:

Address: Right of Way

205 S. 17th Avenue

Phoenix AZ 85007

Posting Details

Salary: $66,107.85 - $76,107.85

Anticipated Salary: $71,107.85

Grade: 22

Closing Date: January 21st, 2025

Job Summary

Under direction of the Right of Way Titles Section Manager, this advanced level position has the authority to provide oversight, approvals, project coordination, direct and train assigned staff and consultants, and represent the Right of Way Titles Section regarding policies, processes and procedures.

This position will also oversee, review and approve right of way titles research and reports supporting ADOT Right of Way surveys, plans, appraisals, acquisition, condemnation and/or disposal programs.

The position will provide oversight and approvals to ensure lower level agents and consultants comply with all federal and state rules, regulations, policies and procedures. The position requires advanced level knowledge in all Right of Way

Titles Section functions.

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 first six (6) months of employment must be in the office.

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

Research, review, assign and approve plans and documents related to the Right of Way surveys, existing Right of Way reports, plans, title reports, appraisals, acquisition, condemnation, disposals and excess land sale programs; Work with Project Teams to complete preparation of land title products and services of advanced difficulty, coordinate and work to resolve any special issues; direct and assist lower level agents, maintain accurate and complete Right of Way and land title files. Mentor and train lower level agents.

Perform and review Resolution research, Disposal Reports, Title research, and any tasks of advanced level of difficulty required by Right of Way Titles Section Resolution Unit and Property Management Section regarding acquisition, disposal and/or sale of real property.

Attend and participate in meetings and training as required and assigned.

Drive a state vehicle in the course of performing required duties, including out of town travel and overnight lodging as needed.

Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Advanced Knowledge Of

• Right of Way policies and procedures.
• Procedures, documentation and best practices regarding the land title procedures and research techniques.
• Procedures, documentation and best practices regarding the Right of Way surveys and plans development.
• Interpretation of technical plans and legal descriptions.
• Procedures, documentation and best practices regarding the Right of Way acquisition and disposal programs.
• Federal and State statutes and regulations.
• Appraisals and concepts regarding property values.
• Eminent domain requirements, standards and best practices.
• Project management and coordination techniques and best practices.
• Public relations techniques and best practices.
• Personal computer equipment and applications.
  
  

Skills

Advanced Skills to:

• Establish priorities and handle a number of tasks simultaneously.
• Adjust to changing priorities.
• Work effectively with detailed documentation and reports.
• Oral and written communication.
• Write comprehensive and detailed reports.
• Identify and resolve problems.
• Inter-personal communication with all levels of the agency and with the public.
• Monitor work products and performance of Right of Way Titles staff and consultants.
• Utilize personal computer equipment and applications.
• Perform in-depth research.
• Multi-tasking
• Organization and prioritization.
• Leadership and team building
  
  

Ability

Advanced Ability to:

• Remain professional and tactful under all situations.
• Interpret and apply Federal and State statutes, policies and regulations.
• Effectively complete titles research, reports and assistance.
• Effectively plan and organize work.
• Read and interpret maps, plans and legal descriptions.
• Efficiently perform and apply required research.
• Organize and maintain accurate records.
• Effectively disseminate technical information.
• Effectively read and write detailed reports.
• Expediently identify and resolve problems.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with team members and the public.
• Provide leadership, training and mentoring to other right of way agents and consultants.
• Efficiently utilize personal computer equipment and applications.
• Observe and adapt to changing priorities.
• Apply the required knowledge and skills to meet the needs of the Right of Way Group and the Department.
  
  

Selective Preference(s)

Five or more years of experience in relevant area with increased responsibility over time, with at least two years specialized experience in area of assignment; A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field may substitute for two years of specialized experience.

Pre-Employment Requirements

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11)

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
  
  

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

Contact Us

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-7279.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.