RIGHT OF WAY ANALYST - OPEN UNTIL FILLED

OVERVIEW

An Exceptional Right of Way Analyst Opportunity

Join Kitsap County Public Works in a role that combines technical expertise, negotiation skills, and community impact. As a Right of Way Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the infrastructure that connects and serves our residents. This is not just a job, it’s an opportunity to influence the future of transportation and utility projects across the county while ensuring fair and equitable property transactions.

What makes this position unique is the autonomy and scope of responsibility. You’ll manage complex acquisitions, negotiate with property owners, and ensure compliance with state and federal standards, all while contributing to projects that improve safety, mobility, and quality of life for thousands of community members. If you’re looking for a career that blends technical precision with meaningful public service, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.

As the Right of Way Analyst, you will:

• Lead negotiations for acquisition of land rights, easements, and real property for road construction, improvements, and utility projects across Kitsap County.
• Direct property acquisition processes for multiple departments, ensuring compliance with County, WSDOT, FHWA, and Uniform Act guidelines.
• Oversee property transactions from start to finish conduct title searches, review construction plans, and prepare legal instruments for conveyance and disposal of County-owned property. The valuation processes by preparing cost estimates, letters of opinion, and short-form appraisals to establish just compensation for property owners.
• Drive stakeholder engagement by informing property owners of their rights, applicable laws, and negotiating claims or settlements with professionalism and transparency.
• Ensure accuracy and legality in all documentation, including deeds, easements, leases, permits, and licenses.
• Navigate public inquiries and provide expert guidance on road vacations, tax title sales, easement transactions, and other real estate matters.
• Represent the County in discussions with property owners, agencies, and community stakeholders.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, GIS, Business Management, or related field and three years of directly related experience in land acquisition, real estate sales, appraisal, title examination, or property management.
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• Seven years of directly related experience in land acquisition, real estate sales, appraisal, title examination, or property management.

Note:

Relevant work experience demonstrating required knowledge, skills, and abilities may substitute for educational requirements. Work experience is essential and cannot be replaced by additional education.

Relevant experience to qualify for position is any experience associated with land acquisition and sale of real estate, real property appraisal, title examination, negotiations, or related such as property management, lease agreements, title review etc.

Professional Credentials:

• Notary Public in Washington State (must obtain within 6 months).
• International Right of Way Association (IRWA) Membership (must obtain within 90 days).
• Completion of IRWA Course 100 (must obtain within 6 months).

Communication/Interpersonal Skills:

• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution abilities.
• Excellent public engagement and stakeholder communication skills.

Why this role stands out:

• Community impact: Your work directly supports infrastructure projects that improve mobility and safety for thousands of residents.
• Autonomy and responsibility: Operate with independence while managing complex, high-value transactions.
• Professional growth: Gain specialized certifications and advance in a technical field with strong career pathways.

For the complete job description: https://www.kitsap.gov/hr/JobClassifications/Right%20of%20Way%20Analyst.pdf
For more information about Public Works: Public Works - Kitsap County
For more information regarding Right of Way:

• International Right of Way Association (IRWA): www.irwaonline.org
  
• WSDOT Local Agency Guidelines (Chapter 25): https://wsdot.wa.gov/business-wsdot/support-local-programs/delivering-your-project/local-agency-guidelines-lag-manual
  
• WSDOT Right of Way Manual: https://wsdot.wa.gov/engineering-standards/all-manuals-and-standards/manuals/right-way-manual
  

OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION

• Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
• This position is classified as exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• Non-represented and covered under the Kitsap County Personnel Manual.

Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:

• Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
• Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.
• Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration.

Driving Requirements (If applicable)

The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy a current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver’s License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as:
Category 1: Driver operates County-owned vehicle. Category 2: Driver operates a personal vehicle as an essential function for official County business.

• Report for duty on time and remain at work until the end of their scheduled shift even if an inclement weather event or emergency is declared as an “Essential Employee” under the Public Works Inclement Weather/Emergency Response policy.

• Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office.
• Work hours for this position are (hours). Flexible hours are available, as approved by management. (NOTE: Don’t make this statement unless hiring manager indicates - most Courthouse/Front Counter jobs aren’t able to be flexible off these hours).
• This posting may be used to fill future openings.
• Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.

At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.

County Paid Benefits Include:
Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO)
Dental - Delta Dental or Willamette
Vision - VSP
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL)
Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability
Voya Voluntary Insurance
Transportation incentives
Employee Assistance Program
Travel Assistance Program
Wellness program
Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide .

*Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense

Retirement:
Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.

Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program

Holidays
11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year. One additional floating holiday after 10 years of service.

Vacation Leave
New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows:

Upon completion of 2 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month)
Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month)
Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month)

Sick Leave
All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next.

***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will be prorated***

Current County Employees
If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status.

NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx

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