The PositionJob Appointment: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: 1120 SW 5TH AVE, PORTLAND OR 97204-1912
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position.
Union Representation: PROTEC 17 ( PTE - 17) . To view labor agreements, current and future, please visit the Current City Labor Agreements page .
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland’s online portal. You will need to attach a resume and cover letter. About the positions: Senior Right of Way Agent IIIs perform the most complex professional property acquisition work requiring a substantial level of professional training and experience. Incumbents may also negotiate and manage leases, and street vacation projects, prepare legal documents, and provide support to the City Attorney in condemnation proceedings. Work entails the use of independent judgment and the application of knowledge gained through education, professional training and experience regarding real property law, survey, appraisal, engineering, relocation, and the acquisition or vacation of rights of way.
Right-of-Way Agent IIIs also provide day-to-day leadership and work with staff to ensure a high-performance, customer service-oriented work environment that supports achieving the bureau’s and the City’s mission, objectives, and values. As project managers, they oversee projects by scheduling, assigning, and directing processes performed by section staff and consultants; reviewing work product; preparing cost estimates, monitoring and maintaining records on the financial status and the progress of work to ensure projects are completed on schedule and meet local, state or federal standards.
What you’ll get to do:- Prepare budget estimates for acquisition projects.
- Manage City staff and outside professional service contracts for real estate appraisers and other real property professionals.
- Make presentations to City Council.
- Work in the field and participate in on-site meetings with property owners and information gathering at public meetings for capital improvement projects.
- Other duties may include negotiating and managing lease agreements; disposal of surplus real property; coordinating with the City Manager's office; and managing the street vacation process between City bureaus, outside agencies, and the public.
Who you are:Reliable: You can meet strict deadlines and understand the importance of managing a dynamic and changing workload
Problem solver: You work to develop creative solutions to meet stated program and policy outcomes
Team-oriented: You enjoy working as part of a team and value collaboration
Relationship Builder: An outgoing professional who values partnerships and forms relationships to get things done
Communicator: A strong communicator to technical and non-technical individuals and who is proficient verbally and in writing
Balanced: Able to work on a multitude of tasks and understand/react to various situations in a fast-paced environment
Detailed: An organizer and planner who thrives on details and is uncompromising in consistency and accuracy
Organized: Able to work on a multitude of tasks and understand/react to various situations in a fast-paced work environment.
Although not required, experience managing the right of way phase for capital improvement projects is highly desired, while experience in other relevant real estate fields such as appraisal, law, relocation, survey, and engineering are greatly valued.
Specific Vacancy information Capital Program: There is currently one vacancy that will manage specific capital program projects. This position will focus mostly on transportation and environmental services projects. Ideal candidates will have previous experience managing the right of way acquisition phase of capital improvement projects that are under the threat of eminent domain and in compliance with the Uniform Act.
Questions:
Terrol Johnson Senior Recruiter
terrol.johnson@portlandoregon.gov
To QualifyApplicants should specifically address and demonstrate in their cover letter and resume how their education, training, and/or experience meet each of the following minimum qualifications: Knowledge and experience applying the laws and regulations applicable to right of way acquisition by public agencies, including just compensation and eminent domain.
Knowledge and experience with the concepts, methods and techniques for appraising real property and establishing market value.
Knowledge of the basic principles and practices of property and contract law,
including appropriate procedures and documents to convey acquired property rights.
Experience planning, organizing and providing work direction to others for carrying out their assigned duties efficiently and effectively.
Experience reading and interpreting maps, engineering drawings and sketches, as well as researching and establishing property ownership.
Applicants must also possess upon hire: Notary Public CommissionValid state driver's license & acceptable driving recordMust place any active real estate appraisers or brokers licenses on inactive status prior to first day to avoid conflict of interest
The Recruitment Process STEP 1: Apply online between August 19 and September 2, 2024 Required Application Materials: Optional Application Materials: - Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.)
Application Tips: - Your cover letter should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
- Your resume should support the details described in your cover letter.
- Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis : Please note per the Oregon State Pay Equity Law your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience.
- Do not attach materials not requested.
- All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
- All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of September2, 2024 - An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%.
- Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
- You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information.
- Additional evaluation may be required prior to the establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of September 9, 2024 - Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.
Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBD - The hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview.
- Please note, that the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list.
Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBD Step 6: Start Date: TBD - A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.
*Timeline is approximate and subject to change* Additional InformationClick here for additional information regarding the following:- City of Portland Core Values
- Recruitment Process - Work Status
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Veteran Preference
- ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action EmployerA Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee BenefitsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to
- Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental)
- Carrot Fertility
- Wellness Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families.
- Employee Assistance Plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Retirement
- Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), includingcontributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer
- Family Medical Leave
- City Paid Parental Leave
AND SO MANY MORE!Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. Click here to review the many different benefits the City of Portland offers .
Closing Date/Time: 9/2/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
