Right-of-Way Real Estate Specialist

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking a Real Estate Specialist to support statewide right-of-way activities, reviewing documentation and ensuring policy compliance. You will assist district staff, support legal processes, and help manage system information to keep transportation projects moving forward.

The role emphasizes accuracy, communication, and public service, with responsibilities covering quality reviews, payments, data tracking, and system support across state

Qualifications

• One year as a Real Estate Technician or two years of technical real estate experience with an associate degree, or an equivalent combination.
• Active Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
• PA residency and ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Quality Reviews: conduct reviews of district acquisition processes for compliance.
• Payment Processing: review claim payments and prepare documentation for approval.
• System Support: assist with database access and upgrades to reporting tools.
• XML Monitoring: track interface messages and coordinate SAP communications.
• Legal Coordination: prepare complex payment packages and work with counsel.
• Data Tracking: maintain logs and support accurate reporting of right-of-way activities.

Skills

Real estate knowledge

Data entry

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree

Tools

SAP

Database access

Reporting tools

Job description

Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) is seeking a Real Estate Specialist to support statewide right-of-way activities, reviewing documentation and ensuring policy compliance. You will assist district staff, support legal processes, and help manage system information to keep transportation projects moving forward.

The role emphasizes accuracy, communication, and public service, with responsibilities covering quality reviews, payments, data tracking, and system support across state