Transportation Principal Property Agent

The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) is accepting applications for a Transportation Principal Property Agent position in the Division of Rights of Way, which will be based in our Newington, CT Headquarters building. This position is in the Administration/Titles section. This position is full-time, 40 hours per week and is in the A&R (P-5) bargaining unit.

Responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the oversight of the Administration and Titles units. This position coordinates and plans section activities in support of the acquisition of property rights necessary to support the Department's capital program; assists in formulating program goals and objectives; develops or assists in the development of related policy; interprets and administers pertinent state and federal laws; evaluates staff; coordinates activities with FHWA, municipalities, other state agencies, and the general public. Field work is required.

The successful candidate must be available to travel for training, conferences, meetings, field reviews, etc. both within and outside of normal working hours, when necessary. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

Applicants must include a resume within the "Resume Tab" of their application. Ensure that your application is complete before submitting it. Applicants will be unable to make revisions once their application is submitted into the JobAps system.

NOTE: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which supports their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: performance appraisals, cover letters, college transcripts, verification of degree completion, foreign education equivalency reports from a recognized USA accrediting service, licensure, employment/supervisory references, etc.

Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. The candidate pool resulting from this posting may be used to fill Transportation Principal Property Agent vacancies that occur at the Department of Transportation, Bureau of Engineering and Construction, Division of Rights of Way, in the next twelve (12) months. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

Due to the large volume of applications received, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Jackie Ouellette at jackie.ouellette@ct.gov. Reference: Principal Property Agent #29766.

In the Department of Transportation, Division of Rights of Way, this class is accountable for coordinating the operation of a Rights of Way section.

Supervises the staff and operations of a Rights of Way section; coordinates and plans section activities; assists in formulating program goals and objectives; develops or assists in development of related policy; interprets and administers pertinent laws; evaluates staff; prepares or assists in the preparation of the section budget; maintains contacts with individuals both within and outside of the section who might impact on program activities; oversees the negotiations necessary for the purchase of land, buildings, easement rights and other improvements; interviews and negotiates with property owners and attorneys to settle cases; supervises preparation of data and consults with the Attorney General's Office on matters dealing with condemnation, appeal deposit payments and resolution of legal questions; oversees negotiations with Federal Highway Administration and public utility companies on cost participation and relocations; reviews and interprets local zoning maps and regulations; consults with relocation agencies and attorneys concerning families and businesses displaced by the construction of transportation facilities; reviews examination of titles on all properties and rights required by the State, preparation of instruments of conveyance and condemnation and real estate closings for conformance with State or Federal standards; supervises deposit of funds and adjustment of local taxes and interest; supervises preparation of maps of highway abandonment and proper notification to municipal officials; confers with officials and property owners on disputed title and boundary matters; supervises appraisers and reviews/analyzes appraisal reports; performs related duties as required.

Considerable knowledge of relevant State and Federal laws, statutes and regulations; knowledge of the methods and practices of land acquisition by purchase or condemnation; knowledge of title examining and recording; knowledge of real estate appraisal; knowledge of Federal regulations pertaining to relocation of families or businesses displaced by the construction of transportation facilities; knowledge of State laws pertaining to eminent domain and other Connecticut laws pertaining to land acquisition; some knowledge of highway and airport construction; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communications skills; supervisory ability. 

Ten (10) years of professional experience in real property control and management with involvement in acquisition and disposal and either appraisal or assessment.

Two (2) years of supervisory experience in appraisal, acquisition, or sale of real property, title examining and conveyance, or in large scale property management.

Note: For State Employees, supervisory experience will be interpreted at or above the level of Supervising Property Agent.

Considerable knowledge of State and Federal eminent domain law and regulations, understanding of the Department's capital program, project scheduling, and project funding. Must be able to comprehend design drawings and identify the appropriate property rights necessary to achieve the project design. Must have an understanding of Survey and the development of property acquisition maps. Must possess extensive knowledge of property acquisitions and condemnations including property valuations, negotiations, relocation, title review, processing closings and filing condemnations. The successful candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.