Right of Way Agent

State of Montana•Great Falls, VA

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Right of Way Agent. This position serves as a Right of Way Agent I and is responsible for assisting other agents with property appraisals and negotiations for highway project property valuations and acquisitions. This includes researching property information, conducting site inspections, conducting simple waiver valuations, and related duties. The position is expected to perform these support functions while gaining a progressively responsible knowledge of appraisal and negotiation processes, standards, and requirements. The position reports to the District Right of Way Manager or Special Programs Manager and does not directly supervise others. For a full job description, please contact HR Generalist, Sarah Peterson at [email protected] Benefits of working for the Montana Department of Transportation and the State of Montana include: Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Benefits apply on first day of employment Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation) Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer Required Application Materials: · A resume detailing your qualifications and work history. · A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position. Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.” If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.

Requirements

ROW Agent 1 · The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Highschool Diploma. Additional relevant education and/or experience may substitute for experience as determined by the Panel. · This position requires a minimum of One (1) year of experience in the following: o One (1) year equivalent work requiring communication or public contact skills involving one or more Right of Way Agent communication-related activities such as persuasion, conflict management, diplomacy, rapport-building, mediation, problem-solving, or decision-making.
Row Agent 2 · The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Highschool Diploma. Additional relevant education and/or experience may substitute for experience as determined by the Panel. · This position requires a minimum of One (1) year and Six (6) months of experience in the following: o One (1) year equivalent work requiring communication or public contact skills involving one or more Right of Way Agent communication-related activities such as persuasion, conflict management, diplomacy, rapport-building, mediation, problem-solving, or decision-making. o And o Six (6) months of ROW Agent Level I (one) experience.
ROW Agent 3 · The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Highschool Diploma. Additional relevant education and/or experience may substitute for experience as determined by the Panel. · This position requires a minimum of Three (3) years of experience in the following: o One (1) year equivalent work requiring communication or public contact skills involving one or more Right of Way Agent communication-related activities such as persuasion, conflict management, diplomacy, rapport-building, mediation, problem-solving, or decision-making. o And o Six (6) months of ROW Agent Level I (one) experience. o One (1) year six (6) months of Right of Way Agent Level II (two) experience or equivalent with demonstrated ability to perform those required tasks.
ROW Agent 4 The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to a Highschool Diploma. Additional relevant education and/or experience may substitute for experience as determined by the Panel. This position requires a minimum of Five (5) years of experience in the following: · One (1) year equivalent work requiring communication or public contact skills involving one or more Right of Way Agent communication-related activities such as persuasion, conflict management, diplomacy, rapport-building, mediation, problem-solving, or decision-making. And · Six (6) months of ROW Agent Level I (one) experience. · One (1) year six (6) months of Right of Way Agent Level II (two) experience or equivalent with demonstrated ability to perform those required tasks. · Two (2) years of Right of Way Agent Level III (three) experience with demonstrated ability to perform those required tasks.
Driver’s record will be verified.
Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records.
Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.

Nice To Haves

Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

assisting other agents with property appraisals and negotiations for highway project property valuations and acquisitions
researching property information
conducting site inspections
conducting simple waiver valuations

Benefits

Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Benefits apply on first day of employment
Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

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