Right of Way Agent Senior

DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona. Right of Way Agent Senior

Job Location:

205 S. 17th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85007 Posting Details:
Salary: $62,446.70 - $72,446.70
Anticipated salary: $67,446.70 Grade: 21 Closing Date:
October 5, 2026

Job Summary:

Under general direction of the Right of Way (ROW) Project Management Section Manager, this upper level Right of Way Agent Senior independently performs timely and efficient Right of Way project management and coordination to ensure projects progress consistently, are completed as scheduled and are in compliance with all State and Federal statutes and regulations. Project coordination includes reviewing, communicating, negotiating, finalizing, and monitoring the related processes within the Right of Way Group, including land survey, plans, title date, legal descriptions, appraisals, acquisition, relocation, demolition, condemnation and Right of Way Clearances are completed as required in a timely, efficient and lawful manner.

Must work in office 5 days a week for the first 6 months for training. This position offers the modern flexibility of a hybrid work environment (within Arizona) balancing remote work with regular onsite presence (2-3 days per week) based on business needs and sustained performance.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Coordinates the development and completion of ROW projects, ensuring the timely completion of all required services and projects, legal documents, environmental and engineering plans and documents, application, appraisals, exhibits and court related materials. Provides training and mentoring to lower lever Coordinators. Provides ROW Clearances in a timely, efficient and lawful manner.

Arranges and Coordinates meetings with management and project stakeholders, communicating ROW, ADOT and Federal requirements, policies and procedures. Develops and/or distributes essential project information to maintain progress and meet project schedules. Administers ADOT’s responsibility assigned by Federal Highways Administration (FHWA) to oversee Local Public Agencies ROW requirements, including audits for compliance, providing technical assistance, and providing training workshops.

Attends and participates in meetings and training as required and assigned. May be required to drive a state vehicle in the course and scope of state business. Out of town travel and overnight lodging as needed.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• State, Federal and ADOT regulations, rules, policies and procedures.
• Real estate and appraisal concepts and products, theory and best practices.
• Eminent domain requirements, standards and best practices.
• Federal and State transportation design and construction regulations.
• Project management and coordination techniques and best practices.
• Civil engineering plans, right of way surveys, plans, and legal description standards.
• Interpretation of title data and legal descriptions.
• Public relations techniques and best practices.
• Training and mentoring techniques and best practices.
• Personal computer equipment and applications, Google Workspace.

SKILLS IN:

• Oral and written communication.
• Effectively communicating with property owners and other partners.
• Project management and coordination.
• Personal computer applications.
• Reading and comprehending civil engineering plans and right of way plans.
• Reading and comprehending title data and legal descriptions.
• Organizing and prioritizing techniques.
• Establishing priorities and effectively handling a number of tasks simultaneously.
• Adjusting to changing priorities.
• Writing detailed contracts and reports.
• Performing in-depth research and analysis.
• Identifying and resolving complex problems.
• Performing inter-personal communication with all levels of the agency and with the public.

ABILITY TO:

• Interpret and apply Federal, State and ADOT statutes, policies and regulations.
• Communicate professionally and effectively.
• Coordinate and manage multiple projects professionally and effectively.
• Apply required knowledge and skills to meet the goals and…