Right-of-Way Agent 123 (PCN 250231)

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

Come join the State of Alaska!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Southcoast Region Design and Engineering Services is looking for a Right-of-Way Agent 1/2/3 to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

Right-of-Way Agent 1 - $27.99 Hourly/Overtime eligible
Right-of-Way Agent 2 - $32.15 Hourly/Overtime eligible
Right-of-Way Agent 3 - $37.04 Hourly/Overtime eligible

What you will be doing:
Right-of-Way (ROW) Agents are responsible for the acquisition of land necessitated for the construction operation and maintenance of capital improvement projects (highways airports buildings and other public facilities) through eminent domain. Duties include valuation of real property in order to establish just compensation; acquisition through amiable negotiations or condemnation including providing relocation assistance to displaced persons if necessary; and for property management of state-owned right-of-way property.

The primary focus of this position is within the Property Management crew of the Realty group of the Right of Way section but will be required to learn and perform multiple realty duties.

Right of Way Agent 1
This position is located within the Realty (Appraisal Acquisitions and Property Management) team of the Right of Way Section. Appraisal includes duties such as real property market analysis and creating Valuation Waivers which involves developing an opinion of value using professional appraisal techniques but is not necessarily compliant with USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice). Acquisitions include preparation of offers to Property Owners and negotiation to an amiable purchase resolution or preparation for Condemnation proceedings. Property Management deals with management of state-owned right of way property and permitting use of state ROW.

ROW Agent 1--This is the trainee level of the Right-of-Way Agent series where the first level of professional right-of-way work is performed. Positions classified at this level participate in formal classes complete structured assignments and receive on the job training in one or more of the right-of-way functions (title examining appraisal negotiations and/or relocation and property management).

A ROW Agent 1 is introduced to the principles used in the Section by on-the-job training and by attendance in classroom and on-line right-of-way courses. On-the-job training requires that a ROW Agent 1 perform duties under close supervision and is assigned duties associated with small-scaled assignments. When a ROW Agent 1 progresses to the point where they perform duties efficiently without close supervision successfully completed the required training meets the flex criteria meets the minimum qualifications of the next level and is capable of performing at the higher level; they may be flexed to a ROW Agent 2.

Right of Way Agent 2
This position is located within the Realty (Appraisal Acquisitions and Property Management) team of the Right of Way Section. Appraisal includes duties such as real property market analysis and creating Valuation Waivers which involves developing an opinion of value using professional appraisal techniques but is not necessarily compliant with USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice). Acquisitions include preparation of offers to Property Owners and negotiation to an amiable purchase resolution or preparation for Condemnation proceedings. Property Management deals with management of state-owned right of way property and permitting use of state ROW.

This is the journey level of the Right-Of-Way Agent series where positions perform under direction the full range of duties as title examiners appraisers negotiators and/or relocation agents or assist in the review of these functions.

Right of Way Agent 3
Under the general supervision of a Right-of-Way Agent 4 Supervisor the Right-of-Way Agent 3 is the advanced journey level of the Right-of-Way Agent series. Positions at this level receive the most difficult assignments where complex factors are a consideration and perform with minimal supervision the full range of duties in permitting property management title research appraisals negotiations acquisition and relocations.

Right-of-Way Agents 3 are responsible for property management functions related to State rights-of-way (ROW); for acquisition of real property rights required for capital improvements to State highways ferry terminals airports and public facilities; for relocation assistance to persons or businesses displaced by capital improvements; for compliance with 49 CFR 24 the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (Public Law 91-646) as amended in 1987 referred to as the Uniform Act and other related State and federal statutes and regulations.

The primary functional area of work for the Right-of-Way Agent 3 positions includes but is not limited to Right-of-Way Permitting; Property Management; Appraisals Negotiations and Acquisitions; and Relocations.

Our organization mission and culture:
The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities mission is to Keep Alaska Moving. We are working toward a modern adaptable flexible transportation system that will be resilient as we tackle our challenges. We believe collaboration communication and coordination increase our ability to succeed. Creating teams that are focused on results working together and leveraging resources across our department with community and private sector partnerships increases our ability to accomplish our mission and serve Alaskans.

The State of Alaska is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer; to view the DOT&PFs EEO policy statement please follow this link: working environment you can expect:
Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaskas diverse and expansive terrain coupled with its extreme weather conditions employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations including remote locations and urban centers addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads bridges airports ports and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes. This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaskas breathtaking natural beauty reflecting a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

The benefits of joining our team:
Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaskas infrastructure development and maintenance DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaskas geography and climate employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the states growth making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities.

The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: DOT&PF core values are integrity excellence and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers stakeholders and the public. A successful candidate will have sound judgment decision-making and a strong ethical and professional conduct history.

Special Note:

• Valid Alaska Drivers License: Alaska Statutory requirement

To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link: Qualifications

Competency Based Minimum Qualifications Instructions
This job class uses competency based minimum qualifications.Please ensure your application(through work history volunteer experience (duties summary) training education licenses certifications etc.) supports how you have gained the knowledge skills abilities and behaviors (competencies) and that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class.

Right of Way Agent 1
Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:

• Attention to Detail: Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Arithmetic: Performs computations such as addition subtraction multiplication and division correctly using whole numbers fractions decimals and percentages.
• Computer Skills: Uses computers software applications databases and automated systems to accomplish work.
• Geography: Knowledge of geographical locations and city borough state federal governments; their relationships and characteristics.
• Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy sensitivity and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
• Reading: Understands and interprets written material including technical material rules regulations instructions reports charts graphs or tables; applies what is learned from written material to specific situations.
• Real Estate: Knowledge of real estate principles practices markets and values.

equivalent to those typically gained by:
Technical experience assisting with property management or the preparation of legal descriptions of land real property appraisals title searching and abstracting or surveying for any of the following: drafting land use permits or agreements plats engineering plans landscape plans maps or similar diagrams.

Training and education in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom on-line self-study and on-the-job) from accredited and unaccredited sources and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs.

Right of Way Agent 2
Any experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:

• Arithmetic: Performs computations such as addition subtraction multiplication and division correctly using whole numbers fractions decimals and percentages.
• Compliance: Knowledge of procedures for assessing evaluating and monitoring programs or projects for compliance with State and federal laws regulations and guidance.
• Geography: Knowledge of geographical locations and city borough state federal governments; their relationships and characteristics.
• Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy sensitivity and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
• Reading: Understands and interprets written material including technical material rules regulations instructions reports charts graphs or tables; applies what is learned from written material to specific situations.
• Real Estate: Knowledge of real estate principles practices markets and values.
• Standards: Knowledge of standards that either are compliant with or derived from established standards or guidelines.

equivalent to those typically gained by:
Professional experience as an agent for public personal or commercial real property transactions or in surveying or engineering in any of the following: searching analyzing and evaluating real property titles; preparing legal land descriptions; appraising real property; acquiring managing or disposing of public personal or commercial real estate; providing relocation assistance to displaced persons; or drafting of land use permits or agreements.

Professional experience means work that is creative analytical evaluative and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the professions principles concepts theories and practices; and is performed with the power or right to decide or act according to ones own judgment.

Right of Way Agent 3
Any experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:

• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: Uses a logical systematic and sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on ones knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
• Geography: Knowledge of geographical locations and city borough state federal governments; their relationships and characteristics.
• Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding friendliness courtesy tact empathy concern and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult hostile or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity race gender disabilities and other individual differences.
• Negotiation: Works with others towards an agreement that may involve exchanging specific resources or resolving differences.
• Real Estate: Knowledge of real estate principles practices markets and values.
• Standards: Knowledge of standards that either are compliant with or derived from established standards or guidelines.

equivalent to those typically gained by:
Professional experience in the acquisition management or disposal of public or commercial real property that included conducting or overseeing title examining surveying engineering appraisals negotiations with buyer or seller for acquisition or relocation performing eminent domain actions; or managing property in the preparation of land use permits agreements easements and acquisition and disposition documents.

Professional experience means work that is creative analytical evaluative and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the professions principles concepts theories and practices; and is performed with the power or right to decide or act according to ones own judgment.

**NOTE: PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY**

At time of interview applicants are requested to submit (if not already attached to your application):

• Three (3) professional references including name job title and current phone numbers.
• Copy of degree certificate or academic transcripts (unofficial are okay please ensure that the institution name/URL is listed on the transcript) if using education to verify that you meet the minimum qualifications.

For specific information about this position please contact the hiring manager at the following:

Name:Michael Schuler Right-of-Way Agent 4
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