TheMontana Department of Transportation (MDT)is recruiting for a/Real Estate Services Right of Way Specialist I, II, or III/.The position overall purpose is managing and selling the Department's excess land. It also includes performing appraisals, negotiations, relocations, and other duties as assigned to assist in the management of the Department’s property. This position is part of the Right of Way Agent career ladder with career advancement opportunities. * For a full job description, please contact Tiffany Thornton at [email protected]. *_Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:_ * Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance. * Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available/(if applicable to position)./ * Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance. * Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families. * State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation). * Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek. * Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. * Eligibility forPublic Service Student Loan Forgiveness. * Benefits apply on the first day of employment. * Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer/(if applicable to position)./ For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website:https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values _Required Education and Experience:_ _Real Estate Services Right of Way Specialist I:_ * Combination of education and experience equivalent to a High school Diploma. Relevant education and/or experience may substitute for experience as determined by the Panel. Relevant fields of study include Business Administration, Public Administration, Real Estate, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Communication, and Engineering. Other fields of study will be considered on a case-by-case basis. * One (1) year of experience in Right of Way or an area of employment 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. * Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include: N/A * Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications. _Real Estate Services Right of Way Specialist II:_ * Combination of education andexperience equivalent to a Highschool Diploma. Additional relevant education and/or experiencemay substitute for experience as determined by the Panel. Relevant fields of study include BusinessAdministration, Public Administration, Real Estate, Economics, Finance, Accounting,Communication,andEngineering.Otherfieldsofstudywillbeconsideredonacase-by-casebasis. * One year, five months (1.5) years of experience consisting of the following: One (1) yearequivalent work requiring communication or public contact skills involving one or more Right ofWay Agent communication-related activities such as persuasion, conflict management, diplomacy,rapport-building, mediation, problem-solving, or decision-making AND six (6) months of Right of WayAgentexperienceorequivalentwithdemonstratedabilitytoperformthoserequiredtasks. * Certifications,licensure,orothercredentialsinclude:N/A * Any combination of additional related work experience andeducationequivalent tothe minimumqualifications. _Real Estate Services Right of Way Specialist III:_ * Combination of education and experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or a relevant field of study including Business Administration, Public Administration, Real Estate, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Communication, and Engineering. Other fields of study will be considered on a case-by-case basis. * Three (3) 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 two (2) years of Right of Way Agent experience or equivalent with demonstrated ability to perform those required tasks. * Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include: N/A * Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications. This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire. _Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:_ * Knowledge of real estate appraisal, including the principles of eminent domain, real estate law as it applies to land titles and transfer documents, appraisal and acquisition of real property for federal aid projects, and other program functions. * Knowledge of contract monitoring, applicable state, federal, AASHTO, and FHWA requirements and standards. * Knowledge of technical and legal documentation standards. * Knowledge of the principles of negotiation and conflict management. * Working knowledge of land surveying, highway engineering and design and construction methods and materials. * Ability to examine, interpret, and translate technical/legal information to varied audiences; ability to use standard office software applications (e.g., word processing, databases, etc.) analyzing and interpreting statistical information. * Ability and skills in negotiating consensus on land values and compensation amounts; explaining and defending Department actions in legal proceedings and formal appraisal reviews; and managing and mediating confrontational or contentious situations with landowners, legal representatives, and others. * Skill in the use of specialized surveying and other equipment such as microfiche readers, microfilm readers, distance measuring equipment, motion analyzers, planimeters, and others. _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 accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below. _Other Information:_ This position is being posted in accordance with the 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. (if applicable) 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, on 406.444.6054. 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. Title: Real Estate Services Right of Way Specialist (I, II, III) Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24140210