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County of El Dorado Right of Way Supervisor in Placerville, California
Right of Way Supervisor
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Right of Way Supervisor
Salary
$79,580.80 - $96,740.80 Annually
Location
Placerville, CA
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2403-4122
Department
Transportation
Division
DOT Engineering
Opening Date
03/12/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
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Description
THE COUNTY OF EL DORADO
The County of El Dorado is committed to promoting the power of public service by fostering a diverse and collaborative workplace where employees are empowered, respected, and valued. The dedicated efforts taken by the Board of Supervisors continue to promote El Dorado County as a competitive employer that is committed to recruiting and retaining qualified employees by advocating for competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The County of El Dorado is also supportive of providing telework opportunities for employees consistent with business needs and in accordance with Board of Supervisors Policy E-12 - Telecommuting.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
The County of El Dorado (https://edcgov.us/) , Department of Transportation (https://edcgov.us/Government/DOT) is responsible for funding, designing, building, operating, and maintaining the County Road System. El Dorado County's Road System currently consists of approximately 1083 centerline miles of paved roadway, 76 bridges, a multitude of storm drainage systems, and related transportation facilities.
ENGINEERING DIVISION
The Engineering Division provides planning, design, and construction management services within the unincorporated area of El Dorado County. Responsibilities of the Division include: delivering capital projects from initial planning phases through design and construction and post-construction environmental monitoring.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to plan, organize and direct the activities of staff in the County's Right of Way Program. This individual will also be responsible for supervising assigned staff and directing the day-to-day activities for the program.
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:
Plan, prioritize, organize, coordinate and assign the activities of staff in the Right of Way Program.
Develop work standards, participate with management staff in the development of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Interpret laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to property appraisal, negotiation, and acquisition for transportation-related projects; review new legislation and regulatory requirements; make recommendations to management methods for ensuring that right of way projects are performed in accordance with such laws and regulations.
Compile information for the Right of Way Program budget; research available program revenue and monitor expenditures.
Supervise, plan, organize and coordinate the work of assigned professional, technical and office support staff.
Participate in the hiring of assigned staff; train staff on appropriate policies and procedures; work with staff in developing professional goals and assist with the accomplishment of those goals.
For a full description of duties and responsibilities please review the job description here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/edcgov/classspecs/962009) .
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
El Dorado County’s Department of Transportation is looking for an organized, self-starter with the ability to establish positive working relationships with the public, County staff and outside agencies. If you enjoy working with people and planning for the Department’s Capital Improvement Program projects, the Right of Way Supervisor position is for you. Committed to becoming a leader, strong communicator, and technical expert with right of way procedures and policies. A professional who can engage with property owners and provide explanation of County policies, plans, and interests affecting their properties in easy-to-understand language. Providing effective public presentations of technical, complex, and often controversial information and the ability to answer questions on the material being presented.
Human Resources will assess your application to determine if you are minimally qualified using the following minimum qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience Requirements (typing "See Resume" in the application will not be accepted)
Education and Experience:
Where college degrees and/or college course credits are required, degrees and college units must be obtained from an accredited college or university. Courses from non-accredited institutions will not be evaluated for this requirement.
Education:
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university with major coursework in real estate, business administration, public administration or closely related field,
-AND-
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience at a level equivalent to the County's class of Associate Right of Way Agent,
-OR-
Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience involving major phases of the acquisition of rights of way, which included property appraisal, property sales, right of way acquisition, title examination, and right of way analysis, WITH at least two years of such experience in a supervisory or lead capacity. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
Other Requirements:
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Must possess a Real Estate Broker's license, Real Estate Sales License, Certified General Appraiser's license, Certification for Real Estate Appraisers as issued by the Office of Real Estate Appraisers, or a Senior Right of Way designation from the International Right of Way Association at the time of appointment.
Click here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/edcgov/classspecs/962009) to view the Right of Way Supervisor minimum qualifications, as well as the physical, environmental, and working conditions.
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Apply online by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this announcement. When your online application and responses to the required supplemental questions are complete, click 'Accept'.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, contact Jenny Thomas in Human Resources at jenny.thomas@edcgov.us.
Click Here (https://www.edcgov.us/Government/HumanResources/tips-for-applying-with-the-county) to get tips for applying with the County.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
The Human Resources Department will screen all applications to identify qualified candidates. After screening, qualified candidates will be referred to the next step and notified of all further procedures applicable to their status in the recruitment process.
Best Qualified Screening: A best qualified evaluation will be utilized to determine an applicant's ability to continue in the recruitment process and ranking for referral to specific vacancies. Based upon the information in the responses to supplemental questions, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated using a pre-determined formula. The subject matter experts are not granted access to the candidate's application; therefore, responses to the supplemental questions should be thorough, detailed, and complete.
For more information on the recruitment proces s, click here. (https://www.edcgov.us/Government/HumanResources/Pages/Recruitment.aspx)
Based on the hiring department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for Right of Way Supervisor. This recruitment will establish a list for the purpose of filling current and future full time, part time, limited term and extra help vacancies for at least three (3) months. In accordance with Personnel Rules 1103.1 and 1105.1, an extra help or limited term employee may be transitioned into a regular employee if the department in which the employee works has a vacant allocated position for the same classification as held by the extra help or limited term employee and the appointing authority requests such transfer.
If you are interested in the position of Right of Way Supervisor in the Department of Transportation, please submit your application.
W e currently have the following vacancy:
One (1) full-time vacancy in the Department of Transportation, Engineering Division located in Placerville, CA.
Click Here (https://www.edcgov.us/Government/HumanResources/faq) for Frequently Asked Questions
The County of El Dorado is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Many job classifications require pre-employment medical screening. Depending on the job classification, medical screening may include drug testing; a positive test may result in the revocation of an employment offer.
Not just rustic mining towns and historic sites - Today El Dorado County is a year-round vacation destination overflowing with outdoor adventure, inviting agritourism locations, enriching family activities, and a proud Gold Rush history.
Escape the traffic and smog because El Dorado County is just:
40 miles to Downtown Sacramento
50 miles to Sacramento International Airport
129 miles to San Francisco
Here are a few of the many activities and events available throughout El Dorado County:
Hiking, Camping, Fishing, Boating, and Watersports
Skiing and Snowboarding
Live Music and Music Festivals
Local Craft Breweries and Wineries
El Dorado County Fair
Placerville Speedway Races
Farm to Fork Restaurants
Local Shopping Gems
Employees that are buying a home in El Dorado County may qualify for down payment assistance . Click here (https://www.edcgov.us/Government/HumanResources/Documents/GSFA-Brochure-for%20job%20postings-1.pdf) for more information.
CHECK OUT OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE!
The County of El Dorado is committed to providing a comprehensive, flexible benefits program to meet your needs!
For your Health and Well-Being:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts - FSA & HSA
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Basic Life Insurance
Long Term Disability (LTD)
Discounts on gym memberships
For your Financial Future:
CalPERS Retirement
Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
Optional Life Insurance
For your Work/Life Balance:
Paid Holidays
Floating Holidays
Vacation and sick leave accruals
To learn more about the benefits offered by the County of El Dorado please visit our website located here (https://www.edcgov.us/Government/Risk/Documents/2023/SU%20Benefit%20Summary%2012-7-2022.pdf) .
Extra help employees are not considered regular employees, therefore do not attain civil service status, and do not receive benefits or paid leaves; however, they do accrue sick leave consistent with the law.
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Supplemental questions play an important role in this recruitment process. Please take the time to provide thoughtful and thorough responses. The information you provide may be used to determine your ranking for referral to specific vacancies. All work experience that is described or included in your response(s) MUST be included in the "Work Experience" section of your application. Do not refer to a resume or other documentation.
I acknowledge receipt of this information
02
What is your highest level of education? Note: Transcripts MUST be attached to your application in order for education to be considered. Unofficial Transcripts are acceptable at this stage in the recruitment.
High School or GED
Some College
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
Juris Doctorate
PhD or MD
None of the above
03
Select the valid license or certificate you currently possess. A copy of the license or certificate MUST be attached to this application.
Real Estate Broker's license
Real Estate Sales license
General Appraiser's license
Certification for Real Estate Appraisers issued by the Office of Real Estate Appraisers
Senior Right of Way designation from the International Right of Way Association
None of the above
04
Describe your background and experience as they relate specifically to local, county or state Right of Way transactions. Include in your response the name(s) and date(s) of employment where this experience was gained, and describe your specific role and duties. If you do not have experience in this area, please type N/A.
05
Describe your experience understanding and interpreting engineering plans, maps and drawings, especially road construction and utility relocation? Include in your response the name(s) and date(s) of employment where this experience was gained, and describe your specific role and duties. If you do not have experience in this area, please type N/A.
06
Describe your experience working in a lead or supervisory capacity, which is consistent with this job description. Include in your response the name(s) and date(s) of employment where this experience was gained and describe your specific role and duties. If you do not have experience in this area, please type N/A.
07
Please describe an instance where you had responsibility for planning a major Right of Way project or study. Describe your role and the outcomes and if you would you do anything differently. Include in your response the name(s) and date(s) of employment where this experience was gained and describe your specific role and duties. If you do not have experience in this area, please type N/A.
Required Question