Right of Way Inspector I
About The Position
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI) enhances the quality of life in Denver by delivering effective, high-quality, safe, and equitable public infrastructure and services. DOTI's Right of Way Services (ROWS) regulates activities associated with private development and use of the City’s Right-of-Way. ROWS develops plans for regulatory compliance for mobility and construction permitting, project inspections, and land surveys that facilitate safe access for both vehicular traffic and pedestrians. As a Right of Way Inspector I, you will receive on-the-job training to ensure that all infrastructure and constructs are within the City & County of Denver’s right-of-way standards and specifications. You will issue permits, conduct field inspections, and ensure proper documentation of inspections. You will also address concerns and questions related to issues within the Right of Way, coordinate and communicate with multiple agencies for all construction activities in the public right of way, and check contractors' licensing for type and eligibility for requested work prior to processing permits. Additionally, you will review Transportation Engineering Plans to ensure the accuracy of the permit relative to the plans and Traffic Control Plan(s), and review all traffic control plans for compliance according to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). You will receive training from ROW Inspectors II and III, and the Supervisor on all small residential and routine projects that require field modifications, onsite meetings, and certificate of occupancy, as well as guidance with more difficult and complex projects and inspections for successful build and close out.
Requirements
- Graduate from high school or possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate
- Two (2) years of experience in the construction field or two (2) years of experience explaining policies, procedures, statutes, rules, and regulations and relating them to specific situations such as working with customers to pull right of way construction permits, etc.
- One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education.
- Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application.
- Strong time management and prioritization skills to meet multiple deadlines
- Experience with MS Office
- Ability to deescalate and provide solutions and answers in a timely manner
- Attention to detail with documentation and communication (written/verbal/electronic)
- Strong math skills and general construction knowledge
- Desire to work with a team to grow with the Right of Way Inspectors
- Ability to work independently in inclement weather
Nice To Haves
- Requires Traffic Control Technician certification by ATSSA or equivalent agency (approved by Manager) within one year of hire.
- Requires Traffic Control Supervisor certification by ATSSA or equivalent agency (approved by Manager) within two years of hire.
Responsibilities
- Receive on-the-job-training to ensure that all infrastructure and constructs are within the City & County of Denver’s right-of-way standards and specifications
- Issue permits, conduct field inspections, and ensure proper documentation of inspections
- Address concerns and questions related to issues within the Right of Way
- Coordinate and communicate with multiple agencies for all construction activities in the public right of way
- Check contractors licensing for type and eligibility for requested work prior to processing permits
- Review Transportation Engineering Plan and ensures the accuracy of the permit relative to the plans and Traffic Control Plan(s)
- Review all traffic control plans for compliance according to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)
- Advise contractors on any corrections to plans
- Receive training from ROW Inspectors II and III, and Supervisor on all small residential and routine projects that require field modifications, onsite meetings, and certificate of occupancy, as well as guidance with more difficult and complex projects and inspections for successful build and close out
Benefits
- A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
- 457B Retirement Plan
- 140 hours of PTO earned within first year
- 12 paid holidays
- 1 personal holiday
- 1 Wellness Day
- 1 volunteer day per year
- Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
