Highway Right of Way Designer III

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Transportation - Agency 27 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $23.661 Job Posting: JR2026-00026594 Highway Right of Way Designer III (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 06-06-2026 Job Description: At the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT), we reward our employees' hard work with a positive and supportive work culture where forward thinking is encouraged. We provide training/career development, advancement opportunities, generous paid time off, work-life balance, and exciting and challenging work opportunities. As a Highway Right of Way Designer III in our Right of Way (ROW) Division, you will be an important part of the process of developing safe highway systems for the state of Nebraska. You will be responsible for preparing right-of-way plans and land parcel descriptions, which are necessary to acquire the right-of-way to build and maintain state highways. Our teammates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes: • State-matched retirement contribution of 156% • 13 paid holidays • Generous leave accruals that begin immediately • Military leave • Tuition reimbursement program • Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government • 79% employer-paid health insurance plans • Dental and vision insurance plans • Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy • Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State • Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service • Training and Development based on your career aspirations • Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship • Employee Assistance Program • Fun, inviting teammates • Free parking Job Duties: Prepare right-of-way plans for complex right-of-way projects, with periodic monitoring and normal process reviews, with features similar to these: Several tracts, existing right-of-way, new and existing controlled access, railroad, right-of-way surveys, subdivision plats, shifted centerlines, frontage roads, multiple alignments, relocated highways, multiple previous projects, and right-of-way acquisition over the entire length of the project. Use design software and coordinate geometry to create right-of-way plans by inputing previous row and land title information and write parcel descriptions for land acquisition. Design new right-of-way and easement areas for acquisition. Archive right-of-way projects, create condemnation plats and add sell-back information to right-of-way plans. Attend department meetings pertaining to assigned projects. Maintain right-of-way plans, project files, CAD files, right-of-way surveys, land title information, previous right-of-way plans, railroad maps, and city plats for assigned projects by updating project information database. Input existing right-of-way information into the GIS system. Research right-of-way project information, make copies, and distribute right-of-way information to NDOT personnel, including Roadway Design, Project Development and District offices, private utility companies, county entities, NRD's, Corps of Engineers, and private surveyors, per their request. Check right-of-way projects and land parcel descriptions for accuracy. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements / Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: High school education or equivalent AND education or experience in drafting, engineering, highway construction, and/or right-of-way or roadway design. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with NDOT's Geode software, business processes, and systems. Experience with land parcel descriptions or highway construction. Experience/understanding of engineering survey notes and reading highway construction plans. Surveying coursework or experience. PC based word processing and spreadsheet programs are beneficial. Other: Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation is required. Some overnight travel may be required. Regular and reliable attendance may also be is required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge and skillset in mathematics, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and computer-aided drafting software. Skills in organization, prioritization, record keeping, verbal and written communication, decision making, and project activity coordination. Ability to communicate with others to resolve differences and convey ideas. Ability to work with people of various professions and technical backgrounds. If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. 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Thank you for your interest in joining our team! State Government is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Nebraska. Whether it's helping a vulnerable child, advancing public health, making highways safer, or preserving our natural resources, the work we do matters!