Senior Right OF Way Agent

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants. Position Details Job Code #: JC-529083 Position #(s): 912-400-4962-911 Working Title: Branch Chief, Planning&Mgt., Proj Coordination, Acq./Condem. Classification: SENIOR RIGHT OF WAY AGENT Pay Range: $8,678.00 - $10,783.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: Multiple Work Location: Orange County Telework: Hybrid Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Department: Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation. Vision: A thriving and connected California. Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Department Website: Director’s EEO Policy : Director’s EEO Policy Statement: Job Description And Duties Under the direction of the Supervising Right of Way Agent, the Senior Right of Way Agent performs all duties necessary to manage the Right of Way functional unit to which they are assigned. Right of Way functions may include Appraisals, Acquisitions, Utilities, Relocation Assistance, Real Property Services, Railroads, Condemnation, Planning and Management, Local Programs, Right of Way Project Estimates, Certifications, and any combination thereof. While assigned to one or more of the specific areas, the Senior Right of Way Agent will primarily devote their time to that/those function/s. The incumbent is also responsible for supervising, directing, reviewing and planning the work of a group of entry level and Associate level Right of Way Agents and Support Staff assigned to their functional unit. Travel is required, and possession of a valid driver's license is needed. Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the SENIOR RIGHT OF WAY AGENT exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title. Please take this 1-minute Caltrans Recruitment survey to tell us how you found out about this job. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. Special Requirements Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle. The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview. Resumes and cover letters will not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ must be typed, no more than two pages in length, and 12-point Arial font. Describe why you are the best candidate for the position. Describe your experience leading a team and being a role model in the right of way field. Describe your experience in Acquisition, Condemnation, Project Coordination, and Planning & Management. Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: or . Please redact birthdates and social security numbers. Application Requirements Final Filing Date: 8/28/2026 Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Please see the Special Requirements section for SOQ instructions. Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s). Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr