The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improve both the delivery of our products and services and the processes that support that delivery to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky. By joining our Right of Way Section as a Right-of-Way Agent I in Warren County, you’ll have the opportunity to assist in delivering roadway projects to the public by acquiring the necessary right-of-way, valuing and negotiating real property exchanges. Summary of Responsibilities: Deliver checks Provide estimates for roadway projects. Present offers for land acquisitions. Research/record legal documents. Ideal candidate will have experience in: Coordinating daily work orders and assignments. Computer experience with Microsoft Office. Communicating with the public, other public agencies, and elected officials. Benefits and Perks: Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance. Retirement savings. Professional development opportunities and ongoing training. A collaborative and innovative work environment. Employee wellness programs. Additional position information (travel required, standing/stooping/bending/lifting, sitting at a desk, etc.) Contact with public, occasional travel/overnight stay required, walking over rough and hilly terrain may be required, sitting at a desk. We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits. We look forward to reviewing your application. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or Minimum Requirements EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related field. EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Under the laws of eminent domain (exercising the right of condemnation), broad experience in at least one of the following areas will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis: 1. Professional duties of research for and preparation of documented appraisals (value of property, land, structures and improvements) through the Appraisal Process which are then approved for Right-of-Way acquisition; 2. Initiating and conducting problem solving negotiations including details of appraisal and offer with owner leading to approved settlements or condemnation; 3. Initiating and providing relocation assistance including but not limited to reimbursement of moving expenses, replacement housing computations, and reestablishment expenses to displaced persons, businesses, or non-profit organizations; 4. Handling the disposal of improvements and environmental cleanup on properties which may include carcinogenic or hazardous materials. (Eminent Domain is the right of government to take or to authorize the taking of private property for public use, just compensation usually being given to the owner). Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must possess a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. Within six (6) months of employment, shall provide the hiring agency documentation that employee is a Notary Public properly commissioned and bonded in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possess and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials. Working Conditions Work typically involves extensive contact with the public. Work is performed in all types of weather conditions. Statewide assignments and overnight travel will be required. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18 A.111.

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