DISTRICT RIGHT OF WAY MANAGER - 55008095

Requisition No: 859393 

Agency: Department of Transportation

Working Title: DISTRICT RIGHT OF WAY MANAGER - 55008095

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 55008095 

Salary:  $140,297.68 -$181,561.70 

Posting Closing Date: 09/04/2025 

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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION

651 / Right of Way Administration

OPEN COMPETITIVE

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CONTACT PERSON: Heidi Solaun

CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 305-470-5473

CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS:  Heidi.Solaun@dot.state.fl.us

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $5,396.06 - $6,983.14/biweekly range

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.

Our Mission

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.

Our Vision

As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The Work You Will Do:

This position leads the Right of Way Administration Office, which is responsible for the acquisition of right-of-way essential for the construction, enhancement, and maintenance of transportation infrastructure. The Right of Way Manager will be responsible for signing the Certification for Construction ensuring that the projects can be advertised for construction.

Additionally, this role oversees the Property Management, Valuation, and Relocation Programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

The incumbent will manage appraisals, negotiation of rights-of-way, coordination of relocation assistance, leasing, and surplus of real property, while also implementing strategic initiatives to optimize land use and mitigate project impacts.

The Difference You Will Make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. 

How You Will Grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development.  Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. 

Where You Will Work:

Right of Way Administration/1000 NW 111 Avenue Miami, FL  33172

Annual Salary Range:

$ 140,297.68 - $181,561.70

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Directs all negotiations with property owners to include making final decisions regarding administrative settlements including business damages. The Right of Way Manager also has final authority in the district on settlements in eminent domain litigation. Responsible for the overall efforts in the relocation of homeowners including counseling and seeking replacement sites. Provide all project certifications. Assign Department’s client representative.

Director property management of all Department owned right of way and the disposal by lease or sale of lands excess to the Department’s needs. Directs the activities of Joint use projects Right of Way Management System (RWMS), Project Scheduling, records archives, and invoicing.

Directs all fee, staff appraisal, review appraisal activities and cost estimating. Direct the District right of way program. Directs the efforts of full service right of way firms under contract to the Department. Directs the District Right of Way Work Program and Operating Budget.

Ensure conformance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Applies and interprets applicable rules, policies, procedures, and regulations for concerned parties. Assist in the development of policies and procedures. Ensure that the implementation of right of way policies and procedures emphasize efficiency and cost effectiveness, and that said implementation is consistent with applicable federal regulations and state law.

Maintains effective professional relationships with other government officials and the general public. Consults with state and local government officials, administrative officials of the agency, general public and the Federal Highway Administration for the purpose of ensuring maximum levels of participation in federally aided right of way project in the district.

Manage employees; plan, organize, coordinate and schedule assigned work for employees. Participate in applicant selection and hiring process. Provide employee orientation and training and prepare employee performance evaluations. Responsible for employee relations to wit: hiring, promotion, termination and other disciplinary actions for employees in the District Right of Way Office.

The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Knowledge of applicable federal and state requirements and procedures relating to right of way.

Skills in:

Skilled in planning, directing, and implementing policies, regulations, and procedures applicable to the total right of way process.

Ability to:

Ability to manage District Six’s Right of Way office. Ability to supervise the activities of the Right of Way Valuation Services, Management services and Production Services. Ability to exercise independent judgement in formulating or assisting in the formulation of policies and procedures which may have a significant impact in personnel administration and employee relations. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to handle multiple assignments.

Licensure/Registration/Certification Requirements:

A Level I criminal background check will be conducted on the successful applicant. During a declared emergency statement, the incumbent will be required to assist the district as needed

Other Job-Related Requirements:

• During a declared emergency event, the incumbent will be required to assist the District as needed. This position is responsible for adhering to the provisions and requirements of Section 215.422, F.S. related State Comptroller's rules and Department of Transportation's invoice processing and warrant distribution procedures.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct the required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.  QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.  In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities.  Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided.  Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.  

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.