Senior Right of Way Agent
Department of Transportation
Application Methods:
Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account)
By Mail
Drop-off
Job Description and Duties
Under the general direction of the District 8 Supervising Right of Way Agent, the Senior Right of Way Agent is responsible for the supervision of a team of professional and technical staff to achieve the most effective use of resources for project delivery. This position provides leadership and direction in establishing goals and objectives and sets the tone for professional and ethical conduct.
While at the base of the operation, will work in a climate-controlled office under artificial lighting using a keyboard and video monitor for long periods of time as well as a telephone. May be required to travel and work outdoors and may be exposed to dirt, noise, uneven surfaces and/or extreme heat or cold.
Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Right of Way Agent exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
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You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Minimum Requirements
You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.
Desirable Qualifications
In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:
- Knowledge of principles of public administration, budgeting and supervision: goals, objectives, policies, organization and procedures of the Department of Transportation as related to Right of Way activities; general management principles and practices; management problem solving methods, principles of policy development and formulation of principles and practices of disseminating public information; and the Department safety, health, equal employment opportunities, and labor relations program objectives.
- Knowledge of Federal and State laws, rules and regulations pertaining to practices of employee supervision, development and training; program management; administration and department goals and policies, principles and practices of administrative program, including supportive staff services such as budget, planning, and program evaluation; and regulations regarding Department of Transportation property management programs.
- Ability to plan, organize and direct or make decisions involving the work of a team of Right of Way professionals; develop program direction and concepts; establish and maintain liaison, communication, and a cooperative relationship on interdepartmental levels; reason logically and creatively using a variety of techniques to resolve property management problems, present ideas and information effectively; review and edit complex written reports; and establish project priorities and maintain schedules.
- Ability to analyze highly complex and sensitive situations of a technical and political nature and arrive at workable solutions, while maintaining Departmental goals and credibility; and maintain positive relationships with Headquarters, the Districts, Federal Highway Administration, other governmental agencies and the public.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Human Resources Contact:
Jessica Garcia
(279) 234-2413
Jessica.Garcia@dot.ca.gov
Hiring Unit Contact:
Amelia Pena
(213) 435-9524
Amelia.Pena@dot.ca.gov
