What are the responsibilities and job description for the Right of Way Agent I position at State of North Carolina?
Description of Work
This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.
This is a repost all previous applicants must reapply to be considered.
This Right of Way Agent I position in the Division 9 Right of Way Unit in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The Right of Way Unit is responsible for the acquisition of all necessary Rights of Way and Easements needed for construction and/or improvement of all highway projects on the State Highway System. The Right of Way Agent I is responsible for acquiring Rights of Way and managing projects assigned to consulting firms for construction and maintenance of the State Transportation Network. The Right of Way Agent I is responsible for providing Right of Way information/documentation within the department, to the public, and other government agencies.
The Right of Way Agent I is responsible for carrying out Right of Way acquisition functions of highway projects. This position negotiates Right of Way acquisitions and provides relocation services on project claims. This position reviews, approves, and submits settlement and condemnation final reports as needed. It ensures claim closings are completed in accordance with office procedures. It is responsible for monitoring and tracking schedules and workloads within the Right of Way office to ensure timely right of way acquisition completion and project letting. This position promotes public relations and coordinates right of way activities with appropriate NCDOT units, governmental and non-governmental entities. This position is also responsible for providing right of way information/documentation within the department, to the public, and other government agencies. The Right of Way Agent I assists in management of negotiations and acquisitions of right of way for the construction and maintenance of the state transportation network through numerous private consulting firms on contract with the Department.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies
Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:
Responsibilities will consist of assisting, managing, and coordinating highway right of way acquisitions and relocations on primary, secondary, urban and other projects assigned to the Division. The Right of Way Agent I must explain right of way concepts and procedures via written and oral communication. The Agent must monitor and track schedules and workloads within the Division to ensure timely right of way acquisition completion and project letting. This position also assists in coordinating right of way acquisition activities with appropriate governmental agencies, other units, and property owners. The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle. State vehicles are available for business use.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.
Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, Real Estate or related field (i.e., Civil or Structural Engineering, Architecture) from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in the general real estate field; or high school graduation and seven years of experience in the general real estate field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum Education and Experience or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position, the agency may consider for this position a trainee who does not meet the minimum requirements. Salary for a trainee may be set at a lower level than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the posting with the salary being adjusted accordingly as the trainee has obtained the necessary additional education and experience to fully meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the classification specification.
Supplemental and Contact Information
MaeWarren Chamblee 336-968-3870; mvchamblee@ncdot.gov
Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.
NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For Permanent And Time-limited Appointments
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 hours work/week for participation.
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I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
Which of the following best describes your level of experience in composing written communication effectively for diverse audiences?
Please explain how you have experience in composing written communication effectively for diverse audiences.
04
Which of the following best describes your level of experience managing multiple priorities within specified time requirements?
Please explain how have experience managing multiple priorities within specified time requirements.
06
Which of the following best describes your level of experience performing work-related tasks and duties independently or with limited supervision?
Please explain how you have experience performing work-related tasks and duties independently or with limited supervision.
08
Which of the following best describes your level of experience in preparing, and researching legal instruments & public records?
Please explain how you have experience in preparing and researching legal instruments & public records.
10
Which of the following describes your knowledge of plan reading?
Please explain how you have knowledge of plan reading.
12
Which of the following best describes your level of experience in project management?
Explain How You Have Experience In Project Management.
This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.
This is a repost all previous applicants must reapply to be considered.
This Right of Way Agent I position in the Division 9 Right of Way Unit in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. The Right of Way Unit is responsible for the acquisition of all necessary Rights of Way and Easements needed for construction and/or improvement of all highway projects on the State Highway System. The Right of Way Agent I is responsible for acquiring Rights of Way and managing projects assigned to consulting firms for construction and maintenance of the State Transportation Network. The Right of Way Agent I is responsible for providing Right of Way information/documentation within the department, to the public, and other government agencies.
The Right of Way Agent I is responsible for carrying out Right of Way acquisition functions of highway projects. This position negotiates Right of Way acquisitions and provides relocation services on project claims. This position reviews, approves, and submits settlement and condemnation final reports as needed. It ensures claim closings are completed in accordance with office procedures. It is responsible for monitoring and tracking schedules and workloads within the Right of Way office to ensure timely right of way acquisition completion and project letting. This position promotes public relations and coordinates right of way activities with appropriate NCDOT units, governmental and non-governmental entities. This position is also responsible for providing right of way information/documentation within the department, to the public, and other government agencies. The Right of Way Agent I assists in management of negotiations and acquisitions of right of way for the construction and maintenance of the state transportation network through numerous private consulting firms on contract with the Department.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies
Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:
- Experience in composing written communication effectively for diverse audiences
- Experience managing multiple priorities within specified time requirements
- Experience performing work-related tasks and duties independently or with limited supervision
- Experience in preparing, and researching legal instruments & public records
- Knowledge of plan reading
- Experience in project management
Responsibilities will consist of assisting, managing, and coordinating highway right of way acquisitions and relocations on primary, secondary, urban and other projects assigned to the Division. The Right of Way Agent I must explain right of way concepts and procedures via written and oral communication. The Agent must monitor and track schedules and workloads within the Division to ensure timely right of way acquisition completion and project letting. This position also assists in coordinating right of way acquisition activities with appropriate governmental agencies, other units, and property owners. The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle. State vehicles are available for business use.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.
Bachelor’s degree in business, Economics, Real Estate or related field (i.e., Civil or Structural Engineering, Architecture) from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in the general real estate field; or high school graduation and seven years of experience in the general real estate field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum Education and Experience or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position, the agency may consider for this position a trainee who does not meet the minimum requirements. Salary for a trainee may be set at a lower level than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the posting with the salary being adjusted accordingly as the trainee has obtained the necessary additional education and experience to fully meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the classification specification.
Supplemental and Contact Information
MaeWarren Chamblee 336-968-3870; mvchamblee@ncdot.gov
Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.
NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For Permanent And Time-limited Appointments
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 hours work/week for participation.
01
I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
- Yes
- No
Which of the following best describes your level of experience in composing written communication effectively for diverse audiences?
- None
- Less than 1 Year
- 1 - 2 Years
- 2 - 3 Years
- 3 - 4 Years
- 4 - 5 Years
- 5 - 6 Years
- 7 or More Years
Please explain how you have experience in composing written communication effectively for diverse audiences.
04
Which of the following best describes your level of experience managing multiple priorities within specified time requirements?
- None
- Basic
- Intermediate
- Thorough
Please explain how have experience managing multiple priorities within specified time requirements.
06
Which of the following best describes your level of experience performing work-related tasks and duties independently or with limited supervision?
- None
- Less than 1 Year
- 1 - 2 Years
- 2 - 3 Years
- 3 - 4 Years
- 4 - 5 Years
- 5 - 6 Years
- 7 or More Years
Please explain how you have experience performing work-related tasks and duties independently or with limited supervision.
08
Which of the following best describes your level of experience in preparing, and researching legal instruments & public records?
- None
- Less than 1 Year
- 1 - 2 Years
- 2 - 3 Years
- 3 - 4 Years
- 4 - 5 Years
- 5 - 6 Years
- 7 or More Years
Please explain how you have experience in preparing and researching legal instruments & public records.
10
Which of the following describes your knowledge of plan reading?
- None
- Basic
- Intermediate
- Thorough
Please explain how you have knowledge of plan reading.
12
Which of the following best describes your level of experience in project management?
- None
- Less than 1 Year
- 1 - 2 Years
- 2 - 3 Years
- 3 - 4 Years
- 4 - 5 Years
- 5 - 6 Years
- 7 or More Years
Explain How You Have Experience In Project Management.
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