Right of Way Project Coord- ROW (Austin District)

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TxDOT's Austin District is looking for a Right of Way Project Coordinator to join its ROW team based in Austin, TX. Successful applicants would manage the execution of Right of Way tasks for all assigned projects. Work will require strong organizational skills and attention to detail to maintain projects schedules and budgets along with ensuring compliance with State and Federal laws, rules and regulations. 

Salary plan/Growth: 

Right of Way Project Coordinator (Right of Way Agent II): B18 ($45,521 - $71,055/yearly)
 

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
 

This position assists in performing project management work related to state and federally funded right of way projects including: negotiating with landowners, helping relocate displacees, reviewing appraisals, assisting in the relocation of utilities, coordinating the eminent domain process, and assisting in the management of acquired right of way. Work involves assisting in coordinating the planning and initiation of projects; assisting in monitoring the progress and schedule of projects; and communicating with project stakeholders, management, private entities, governmental agencies, and other relevant parties. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

• Assists with or contacts and meets with sponsors, property owners and/or other entities to negotiate and/or explain the acquisition, lease, disposal and/or relocation processes, present offers, answer questions and resolve problems

• May assist with or identify potential project risks and difficulties and design strategies to mitigate or avoid them

• Assists with or researches problems and coordinates solutions regarding assigned projects and makes recommendations to improve programs and/or operations

• Assists with or coordinates, plans, and evaluates projects using accepted project management methodologies

• Assists with or compiles and distributes project information, project status reports, and project budget expenditures; provides regular updates to management, project teams, and others on project status and related issues

• Assists with or initiates projects, obtaining authorization and commitment, and demonstrating business need and project feasibility, including the development and oversight of work authorizations, project budgets, schedules, work plans, resource requirements, cost estimates and projections

• Assists with managing program responsibilities including, but not limited to, project budgeting and setup, files and records administration, contractor selection and management as well as services related to the following areas: surveying, appraisal, acquisition/negotiation, relocation, condemnation support, and demolition

• Assists or establishes and maintains liaison with and serves in a consultative capacity between the Department, Office of the Attorney General, federal agencies and appropriate courts, utility companies, title companies and other entities having interest in the property

• Assists with or oversees current projects for progress and pending projects for planning purposes; consults and advises personnel in policies and procedures and ensures conformance with federal and/or state laws and guidelines

• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

   

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools

• Sitting - prolonged periods of time

• Standing-prolonged periods of time

•  Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

High School Grad or Equivalent in any discipline.

1 YEAR administrative support or real estate related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent)
-Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license at the time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

• Program/project planning, development, and management methodologies

• Maintaining a safe working environment

• Negotiating settlement of differences without damaging relationships; applying effective questioning and listening techniques to determine other parties' positions in a direct and diplomatic manner

• Researching, evaluating and interpreting complex information

• Public relations for maintaining effective and safe working relationships with individuals and groups

• Analyzing, organizing, and communicating business and technical data

• Administrative practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management

• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files, and reports

• Interpreting applicable information related to job responsibilities

• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

• Communicate effectively

• Effectively communicate in both written and oral forms

• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

• Shows initiative and action beyond what is required to improve products or services; is self-starting and completes assignments independently without constant supervision

   

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. 
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
     

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category. 

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
 

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information