Right of Way Assistant Administrator 2026-01876

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Flexible schedules

Job summary

The State of Wyoming seeks a full-time Right of Way Assistant Administrator in Cheyenne to oversee the real estate acquisition and management for transportation projects. You will manage work production crews, ensure compliance with state and federal rules, and guide complex landowner negotiations.

Ideal candidates have a degree and experience in lands management, appraisal, or title work, with preferred professional certifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 1-3 years in real estate, appraisal, acquisition or title work at Lands Management level.
• 4-7 years with substitution acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct Right of Way project managers and staff.
• Oversee land acquisition, appraisal, and title work for WYDOT projects.
• Ensure compliance with FHWA, state and federal regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Real estate knowledge

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

General Description

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is an agency committed to providing a safe, high quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. We now seek a full-time Right of Way Assistant Administrator located in Cheyenne, Wyoming.

Description And Functions

This role will manage, oversee and direct the processes involved for the work production crews of the Right of Way Program which is charged with acquiring property rights for transportation projects and managing all of WYDOT's real estate needs as well as providing real estate acquisition and management services for other State and Local Public Agencies and ensures the products meet the current State and Federal rules and regulations.

Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only seven states with no state income tax.

This Position Offers

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE!

Human Resource Contact: 307-777-4356

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Supervises, directs and controls Project Managers in the Right of Way Program who direct and oversee all functions related to right-of-way engineering, title examination, State and Federal land procurement, appraisal, acquisition, and management of removal of improvements and sale of excess lands while assuring compliance with Federal and State Eminent Domain Statutes
• Supervises, directs and controls the Project Manager who is responsible for writing various lease contracts, extensions and amendments for WYOLINK telecommunication tower sites and Transportation Management Center (TMC)
• Establishes program goals, objectives and balanced scorecard measures
• Supervises, directs and controls the State Land Surveyor who is responsible for all land survey Statewide
• Assists in political issues impacting the Right of Way program
• Guides and supervises the Right of Way payments process
• Serves as a member of the Project Control System (PCS) committee and is responsible for attending District level and Highway Development meetings
• Makes final decisions on complicated and high-dollar-value landowner issues when Project Managers are unable to resolve at their level
• Assigns tasks to equalize workload and complexity of projects between the work crews
• Reviews final documents and plans to ensure they meet FHWA policies, department policies, and other laws and regulations
• Presides over section work production activities and meetings and coordinates legal issues with the Wyoming Attorney General
• Attends plan inspection meetings, public meetings, and participates in value engineering studies
• Controls the process for securing Right of Way funding through FHWA on Federal Aid projects

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to individuals who are a State General Certified Real Estate Appraiser, State Licensed Professional Land Surveyor, or Certified through the International Right of Way Association.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of and understanding the entire acquisition process on a national level
• Knowledge of State, Federal Laws and Regulations as related to eminent domain
• Knowledge of State Laws and Regulations as related to excess lands
• Knowledge of Contract Law and Right of Way policy and procedures
• Knowledge of Case Law as it impacts eminent domain and property rights
• Knowledge of land Surveying; understanding Real Estate Appraisal
• Knowledge of employee management
• Knowledge of project management
• Knowledge of personnel rules and procedures
• Knowledge of real estate leases
• Knowledge of water law and building codes

Education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's Degree

Experience

• 1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in real estate, appraisal, acquisition or title work) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Lands Management Program Supervisor

OR

Education & Experience Substitution

• 4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in real estate, appraisal, acquisition or title work) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Lands Management Program Supervisor

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

None

Necessary Special Requirements

• FLSA: Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job — it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees Enjoy

• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program – Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program – Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

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Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

Explore your total compensation:

https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/

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