Right of Way Agent Senior

AZ State Jobs; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Vacation with 10 paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Senior Right of Way Agent to independently manage ROW projects, coordinate land acquisition, appraisals, and legal documents. This role ensures projects progress on schedule and comply with state and federal statutes.

The position requires in-office training for six months, then a hybrid work schedule (2–3 days onsite) within Arizona, with potential travel and state vehicle use as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of state/federal regulations relevant to ROW.
• Experience with land surveys, titles, appraisals, acquisitions.
• Eminent domain knowledge and ROW process understanding.
• Ability to interpret title data and legal descriptions.
• Familiarity with Federal Highways Administration requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ROW projects to meet schedules and compliance.
• Provide training and mentorship to coordinators.
• Communicate ROW requirements to stakeholders and manage meetings.
• Oversee audits and federal/ADA compliance for ROW duties.
• Travel as needed and operate state vehicle when required.

Skills

Oral & written communication

Project management

Coordination

Reading plans & title data

Problem solving

Public relations

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

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.

Job Duties:

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, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

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 schedules of the Department and the Right of Way Group.

Selective Preference(s):

Four or more years of experience in relevant area with increased responsibility over time, with at least two years specialized experience in area of assignment.

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field may substitute for two years of specialized experience.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Valid State of Arizona driver's license - This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.

Retirement:

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

Contact Us:

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at [e-mail] or phone call at [phone] option 2.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling [phone] option 3.

Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.