RIGHT OF WAY AGENT TRAINEE - 55014057
Date: May 22, 2026
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Requisition No: 875738
Agency: Department of Transportation
Working Title: RIGHT OF WAY AGENT TRAINEE - 55014057
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 55014057
Salary: $46,716.54 - $56,784.26
Posting Closing Date: 05/27/2026
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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION
555 / Right of Way
OPEN COMPETITIVE
CAREER SERVICE
FULL-TIME
CONTACT PERSON: Mary Smilie, Administrative Assistant
CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: Mary.Smilie@dot.state.fl.us
HIRING SALARY: $1,796.79 / Bi-weekly ($46,716.54 / Annually)
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.
To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.
Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.
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:
Right of Way Agent Trainee - Appraisal / District 5 / Right of Way
This position will support the Departments mission by improving professional competence to improve the right of way property acquisition process and prepare employees for advancement.
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:
The five-year Right of Way Training Program offers an exciting career path opportunity in the areas of appraisal, acquisition, relocation and property management. The Program consists of formal educational classes and hands-on exposure to the operating practices and procedures required for the taking of land necessary for roadway improvements.
Where You Will Work:
District 5
Right of Way
719 South Woodland Boulevard
DeLand, Florida 32720
Annual Salary Range:
$46,716.54 - $56,784.26
The 2-year Level II (Agent) segment of the program has a fixed starting salary with 5% increases at 6, 12, 18 and 24 months. Historically, an additional 10% increase is granted upon graduation. The additional 3-year Level III (Appraiser) segment of the program receives 10% increases at 12, 24 and 36 months.
All salary increases are contingent upon successful completion of each segment and available funding.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Participate in Level II Right of Way Training Program. Attends and successfully completes the program in the prescribed time in areas of the Right of Way production process and disciplines of Acquisition, Relocation and Property Management.
Conduct negotiations with property and business owners. Provides relocation assistance for assigned parcels. Provides property management services for parcel assignments. Conducts inspections and inventory of improvements, fixtures and contents of real property. Identify and evaluate advance acquisition opportunities. Complete real property inventory/inspection within 10 days of physical possession of an acquired parcel. Obtain suit information.
Assist in performing right of way support which includes Work Program, records and funds management and scheduling. Provide support with consultant selection process and contract administration. Review invoices. Vendor invoice/warrant processing required to perform these duties.
Assist in the development of policies and procedures. Ensure conformance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Interprets and applies in a consistent manner. Research through available resources and past handling of similar issues.
Attend public meetings/hearings and workshops, and similar forums. Assist in addressing and resolving issues.
Participate in Quality Control reviews on assigned parcels. RWMS and records files are reviewed for quality assurance as directed. Ensure data is entered into the Right of Way Management System (RWMS) within 7 working days of the event.
Perform other duties as assigned.
The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Skills in:
Effective written and oral communications
Use of personal computers, including a working knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software
Ability to:
Learn Florida State and local real estate laws and regulations, and real estate appraisal and finance principles and practices
Maintain excellent interpersonal relationships
Analyze, interpret, and implement appropriate statutory and procedure requirements
Effectively plan, organize, and work independently
Make decisions and meet deadlines
Other Job-Related Requirements:
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. On an as needed basis may be required during periods of emergency and/or disaster recovery upon request by appropriate authority, to work beyond established work schedule at night and/or state-wide, including weekends.
Minimum Qualifications:
Three (3) years of real estate experience defined as professional or technical experience in right-of-way administration; land management; abstract and title work; property management; the sale, acquisition, appraisal of real estate; or other business experience, such as any role in customer service including retail sales. An associate's degree from an accredited college or university can subsitute for two (2) years of th required experience.
The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
$25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
State of Florida retirement package
10 paid holidays a year
Generous vacation and sick leave
Career advancement opportunities
Tuition waiver for public college courses
A variety of training opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, visit: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct 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 THE SERVICE VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS HAVE GIVEN TO OUR COUNTRY AND SUPPORTS THE HIRING OF RETURNING SERVICE MEMBERS AND MILITARY SPOUSES. If you are a preference-eligible applicant who receives notice of a hiring decision and believe that you were not afforded employment preference in accordance with applicable Florida law and regulation, you may file a written complaint within 60 calendar days from the date you receive the notice, requesting an investigation to the Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs, Division of Benefits and Assistance, 9500 Bay Pines Boulevard, Room 214, St. Petersburg, Florida 33708.
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 accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided. Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation's Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.
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.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Location:
DELAND, FL, US, 32720 DELAND, FL, US, 32724
Nearest Major Market:Daytona Beach
