Right of Way Agent

Minimum Qualifications:

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 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 tasks.

Two (2) years of Right of Way Agent Level III (three) experience with demonstrated ability to perform those required tasks.

Certifications licensure or other credentials include: N/A

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

Other Information:

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women racial and ethnic minorities people with disabilities and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division at 406.444.6054.

Drivers record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicants 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.

This position is being posted in accordance with the MFPE bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However bargaining unit applicants will have preference.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.

Position Title:Right of Way Agent

Description:

TheMontana Department of Transportationis recruiting a Right of Way 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

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 Transportations mission vision and values please visit our website: Dental and VisionInsurance
    • 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 andholidays
  • Eligibility forPublic 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.

  The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
  
  State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.