Transportation Realty Agent I: Right of Way Negotiator

West Virginia; West Virginia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia Division of Highways (DOH) seeks a Realty Agent for its Right of Way Division. The role focuses on securing property rights for road and bridge projects, negotiating land acquisitions, and guiding displaced residents through relocation processes with professionalism.

Candidates should have strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills along with solid negotiation abilities. Travel may be required; a valid driver’s license is needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Two years of paid experience in appraisal, negotiations, real estate management/sales, relocation, or right-of-way related work; graduate coursework may substitute for up to two years.

Responsibilities

• Bridge infrastructure development and local communities.
• Secure property rights for state highways and bridges.
• Negotiate land acquisitions, easements, and rights-of-entry with property owners.
• Conduct title research, review land appraisals, and analyze property boundaries.

Skills

Listening

Verbal communication

Written communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

West Virginia Division of Highways (DOH) seeks a Realty Agent for its Right of Way Division. The role focuses on securing property rights for road and bridge projects, negotiating land acquisitions, and guiding displaced residents through relocation processes with professionalism.

Candidates should have strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills along with solid negotiation abilities. Travel may be required; a valid driver’s license is needed.