Right-of-Way Agent I
Full Time
Madisonville, KY 42431
$2,622 - $3,884 a month
Posted
Job description
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5/20/2023 (8:00 PM EDT)
23-04125
Right-of-Way Agent I
Pay Grade
12
Salary
$2,621.78 - $3,883.92 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME, ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
Location
1840 N Main Street
Madisonville, KY 42431 USA
Madisonville, KY 42431 USA
Description
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes that support that delivery to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.
By joining our District 2 Right of Way Section as a Right-of-Way Agent I in Hopkins County, you’ll have the opportunity to perform research and prepare documented appraisals (value of property, land, structures and improvements) through the Appraisal Process and assist in negotiations with property owners.
Holders of the Right-of-Way Agent I position will complete tasks such as:
If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the norm and measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you!
We look forward to reviewing your application.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KYTC will only use E- Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.
By joining our District 2 Right of Way Section as a Right-of-Way Agent I in Hopkins County, you’ll have the opportunity to perform research and prepare documented appraisals (value of property, land, structures and improvements) through the Appraisal Process and assist in negotiations with property owners.
Holders of the Right-of-Way Agent I position will complete tasks such as:
- Assist in gathering data for appraisals, with negotiations with property owners; Deliver checks to property owners. Assist with closing and release of mortgages and liens.
- Examine records and research market conditions & courthouse records.
- Assist relocation assistance agents by gathering information. Attend trainings and seminars.
- Assist in property management and completing required paperwork. Assist with applications for surplus and excess property.
- Negotiation skills with land and homeowners.
- Property acquisition process.
- Learn to prepare land appraisals.
- Appraisal research and document preparation.
If you are looking for a rewarding career with a culture of employee involvement, where teamwork is the norm and measurement of performance is essential, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is for you!
We look forward to reviewing your application.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KYTC will only use E- Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Under the laws of eminent domain (exercising the right of condemnation), broad experience in at least one of the following areas will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis: 1. Professional duties of research for and preparation of documented appraisals (value of property, land, structures and improvements) through the Appraisal Process which are then approved for right-of-way acquisition; 2. Initiating and conducting problem solving negotiations including details of appraisal and offer with owner leading to approved settlements or condemnation; 3. Initiating and providing relocation assistance including but not limited to reimbursement of moving expenses, replacement housing computations, and reestablishment expenses to displaced persons, businesses, or non-profit organizations; 4. Handling the disposal of improvements and environmental cleanup on properties which may include carcinogenic or hazardous materials. (Eminent Domain is the right of government to take or to authorize the taking of private property for public use, just compensation usually being given to the owner). Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year for year basis. Prior military experience will only substitute if the individual received an honorable discharge, discharge under honorable conditions, or a general discharge.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license at time of appointment in this classification. http://transportation.ky.gov/driver-licensing/ Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possess and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Work typically involves extensive contact with the public. Work is performed in all types of weather conditions.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jennifer Cox at jenniferk.cox@ky.gov or 270-824-7080.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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