Right Of Way Agent III
Right Of Way Agent III
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$ 6257 - 8322
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The salary range for this position is$6257 $8322 monthly.
Thurston County Public Works is recruiting for a Right of Way Agent IIIto join our dynamic energetic and innovative team in the Office of the County Engineer. Join our team of dedicated professionals who specialize in acquiring temporary and permanent property rights for federal state and locally funded projects. The successful candidate will perform technical work associated with negotiation and acquisition of rights of way for road improvement fish passage construction and utility methodology is used to complete tasks related to acquisition and/or disposal of real or personal property appraisal property management relocation assistance and title examination.
Essential functions may include but are not limited to the following:
- Assist and/or perform property valuations of real property through review of right of way maps commissioners records plat books engineering reports title searches and other records or include property inspection to determine property damages or applicable reports and documents as required.
- Locate property owners and obtain permission for a variety of County activities such as right of way staking temporary easements and construction permits.
- Inform owners of their rights applicable laws and relocation assistance to individuals impacted by proposed projects.
- Negotiate with property owners to acquire a wide range of property rights for public projects including corridor intersection sidewalk flood trail and bridge projects. purchase or lease of files of property records departmental maps section activities and correspondence. Prepare required legal instruments necessary to acquire rights of way.
- Represent Public Works at public meetings and at public hearings before the Hearing Examiner and Board of County and review exhibits and documents for presentation.
- Assist Real Estate Services Manager in development and implementation of section objectives plans policies and procedures. Assist or lead development of oral and written policies and procedures.
- May assist attorneys in the preparation of court cases.
To view the full job classification click here: Right of Way Agent III
Essential Personnel:This position is considered to be an essential worker and may be required to work during nonbusiness hours or closures in order to meet operational requirements and needs such as clearing roads during a snow and ice event.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work Environment Work is performed primarily in an office environment.
- Schedule Monday Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Workload demands may occasionally require work outside the assigned work hours.
- Travel Requirements Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings or trainings.
- Customer Interactions Daily interactions via phone inperson and video with Thurston County staff and the public.
WHO WE ARE:
Our Core Values:
- Accountability We take responsibility for our actions and the resulting outcomes.
- Customer Service We provide our customers with the highest level of service and quality.
- Innovation We strive to continuously improve processes performance and results.
- Safety We demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to safety.
- Teamwork We work together toward achieving a common recognized end.
Mission to provide excellent public services in all areas of our business.
Vision The premier public works organization accountable and transparent in all services we provide to our community.
Thurston County values the diversity of the people it hires and to us means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized appreciated and responded to in ways that fully develop and utilize each persons talents and are dedicated to recruiting and developing a talented workforce from various cultures lifestyles backgrounds and perspectives who are committed to our vision and core values. Thurston County Racial Equity and Inclusion Webpage.
WHAT WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:
- WorkLife Balance: We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals lifestyle.
- PlanFor Your Future: As a member of our team you will enjoy great employee benefits including a retirement plan pretax savings accounts as well as comprehensive health care and dental/vision care for you and your family. Please visitThurston County Employee Benefit Plansfor more information.
- Paid Leave: Fulltime regular employees earn paid vacationin addition to paidholidays.
- Robust Training Program: Employees are encouraged to attend County paid training to help them further their career learn new skill sets and stay on top of emerging trends in our industry. We also encourage our staff to participate in professional organizations and attend conferences.
- Flexible Work Schedules: Some of the options that employees may take advantage of include alternative or compressed schedules and/or remote working.
- Deferred Compensation:The County offers 3 voluntary deferred compensation plans for employees who would like to set aside additional deferred tax dollars into a retirement savings plan.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA:Employees can take advantage of Section 125 flexible spending accounts for outofpocket health care and daycare expenses with pretax dollars.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness: This is a federal program that allows fulltime public service employees who have made qualifying payments for certain loans to get their student loans repaid.Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Why youll love it here: Thurston County is located between Seattle and Portland in Western Washingtons South Puget Sound Region. Perched in between the mountains and the ocean the area boasts the perfect blend of yearround outdoor activities including boating hiking skiing and more. The region is also home to the state capitol city of Olympia known for its many restaurants microbreweries coffee shops farmers markets kids activities history and art events. Discover more about life in Thurston County at .
Message to potential applicants: We understandthat some potential applicants are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the functions or skills listed in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and we understand that may be someone who will learn some of these skills on the job. If you are interested in this position and meet the minimum qualifications we encourage you to go ahead and apply! Feel free to think about how you will bring your own set of skills to the role and tell us about the potential that you hold.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree with major course work in real estate or related discipline and three 3 years as a Right of Way Agent II or equivalent. Additional experience may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.
- Possession of or ability to obtain a Washington State Drivers License within thirty days of employment.
- Possession of or ability to obtain a Washington State Notary Public Commission within thirty days of employment is required for continued employment.
DESIRED SKILLS:
- Senior Right of Way (SR/WA) designation through the International Right of Way Association (IRWA) Washington State Real Estate Sales License or Brokers License desired for a Right of Way Agent I or Right of Way Agent II.
- Extensive experience in negotiating with property owners and their representative for acquisition of land easements and other types of property rights including navigating complex transactions.
- Working knowledge of the regulations governing public projects including the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies of 1970.
- The ability to understand intermediate and complex appraisals as well as develop value estimates that establish fair market value ranges for the acquisition of land and land use rights.
- Solid understanding of basic engineering and surveying practices with experience in reviewing and understanding rightofway plans.
- Proficiency in managing public records understanding legal descriptions preparing conveyance documents reviewing complex title reports and other ownership data to determine the appropriate vesting of the title and clearing of encumbrances.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively.
OTHER RELATED RECRUITMENT INFORMATION:
Questions about this recruitment Please contact Susan Clemen Real Estate Services Manager ator
This position is:
- Represented by a Union
- Eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Eligible for benefits
Items required for consideration:
- Application
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
Learn more about Thurston County at:Thurston County
Please note: Information in this announcement is subject to change without notice at any time during the length of the job advertisement.
THURSTON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Thurston County is committed to provide equal opportunity to all persons seeking or having access to its employment services and activities which is free from restriction based on race sex marital status color creed or religion national origin age sexual orientation including gender expression or identity pregnancy status as an honorably discharged veteran or military status genetic information or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability unless based upon bona fide occupational qualifications. Applicants with disabilities who need accommodation with the application or selection process should contact Thurston Countys Human Resources at. Those who are deaf deafblind hard of hearing or speech impaired may use the statewide relay system to reach Thurston County offices and departments to conduct their business telephonically. Relay users can simply dial 711 (orto connect with Washington Relay.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
