Right of Way Inspector III

City and County of Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

457B retirement

PTO and holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

City and County of Denver is seeking a Right of Way Inspector III to inspect large ROW projects, ensure compliance with transportation standards, and lead field inspections. The role requires strong communication, leadership, and the ability to resolve complex field issues.

Ideal candidates will have 4+ years of civil/structural inspection experience, ATSSA certifications, and a drive to uphold safety and quality in public infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Graduate from high school or GED is required.
• Four years of experience inspecting construction projects to ensure compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections on large, complex ROW projects to ensure compliance with standards.
• Serve as field lead, providing training and guidance to lower-level inspectors.
• Resolve complex inspection problems in the field and determine solutions.

Skills

ROW inspections

Traffic control

Field investigations

Leadership

Communication

ATSSA certifications

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. New hires are typically brought into the organization between $31.33 - $36.00/hour.

We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service

• 457B Retirement Plan

• 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year

• Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Location & Schedule

In this position you can expect to work in the field Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and occasionally report to the Wastewater Building (2000 W 3rd Ave. Denver, CO 80223).

Who We Are & What You’ll Do

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services. For more information, please visit the DOTI website.

DOTI’s Commitment to Equity:

DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets, and people of the city with the greatest need through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development.

DOTI’s culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results.

As Right of Way Staff Inspector III you will:

• Perform inspections on large, complex ROW projects to ensure compliance with transportation engineering standards, plans, and ordinances.

• Serve as the field lead, providing on the job training, methods, technical guidance, and performance feedback to lower-level inspectors.

• Resolve complex inspection problems in the field, independently determining appropriate solutions during daily operations.

• Collaborate with project managers to develop training materials related to inspection policy, procedures, and ordinances.

• Conduct final walkthroughs with contractors/developers, verifying full compliance with approved plans, codes and transportation standards prior to project closeout.

• Lead preconstruction meetings, coordinate with contractors to review project details and design specifications to ensure compliance, site safety and a successful build.

• Serve as the main point of contact (SME) for all ROW issues within an assigned district.

• Review and approve a variety of traffic control plans, ensuring detours and safety safeguards meet traffic control standards.

• Prepare detailed inspection documentation, including photo/video evidence, progress tracking, and violation records.

• Process complex permit applications - verifying licenses, evaluating construction and traffic plans, confirming customer credentials, and issuing lengthy Ready To Pay permits.

• Responds to 311/Salesforce cases - investigates concerns daily and resolves matter in a timely manner.

What You’ll Bring

We value diversity of ethnicity, race, socioeconomic status, sexual identity, gender, religion, language, ability, and experience and exemplify this through the makeup of our team at all levels. You’ll be right at home here if you cultivate strong relationships and push yourself, your work, the people around you and Denver to the next level.

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

• Extensive experience (4+ years) inspecting civil/structural construction with demonstrated ability to handle large and complex ROW projects.

• Strong technical competence in transportation engineering standards, ROW ordinances, and traffic control design principles.

• Advanced skill in conducting field investigations and interpreting technical materials (plans, charts, regulations, engineering tables).

• Leadership ability, including providing training, mentoring peers, and serving as a district level subject matter expert.

• High level reasoning and decision-making skills, capable of drawing accurate conclusions and resolving complex field issues.

• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written, including ability to lead meetings and represent the City to contractors and citizens.

• Certifications in ATSSA Traffic Control Technician (TCT) and Traffic Control Supervisor (TCS) (although required within 1–2 years, ideally already you already hold these certifications).

• Ability to work in demanding field conditions, including exposure to weather, noise, traffic, and physical labor.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Education requirement: Graduate from high school or possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate.

• Experience Requirement: Four (4) years of experience inspecting construction projects to ensure compliance with specific plans and standards.

• Education/Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education for all classifications. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements.

• License/Certifications: This job requires driving. Requires a valid Driver’s License at the time of application. Requires Traffic Control Technician certification by ATSSA or equivalent agency (approved by Manager) within one year of hire. Requires Traffic Control Supervisor certification by ATSSA or equivalent agency (approved by Manager) within two years of hire. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CN3275 Right of Way Inspector III

Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$31.33 - $48.56

Target Pay

$31.33 - $36.00/hour

Agency

Dept of Transportation & Infrastructure

Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies

City and County of Denver employees may be redeployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.

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