Opening Date: July 9, 2021

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

First Review Date: July 30, 2021

Monthly Salary: $4,636.56 – $6,391.55

See application PDF Employment Application 6102019 Fill In

JOB SUMMARY

Performs technical work associated with right of way activities for the negotiation and acquisition of right of way for road construction and improvement of roads and utility projects. Responsibilities will include right of way cost estimates, fair market value appraisals, appraisal review, writing legal descriptions, title searches, acquisition documents, preparation, negotiations, and relocation assistance.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (Full position description is available at the Human Resources Office. Contact information below)
Reviews right of way and construction plans for accuracy and conformity to Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) standards; conducts, or acquires, title searches to locate property owners; inspects affected property and identifies implications of County project on the property and/or structures. Assists the Maintenance Manager in determining right-of-way existence and need along existing county roads. Prepares preliminary cost estimates and acquisition documents; prepares letters of opinion of value, short form appraisal for total and/or partial acquisitions and easements to establish just compensation to the property owner; orders and reviews appraisals; orders and reviews title reports and assists in correct and legal means of meeting title requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities, required to perform the job may be considered.)

  • Associate’s degree in business, planning, or closely related field.

  • Two (2) years of work experience as a right of way agent with previous related duties, such as property appraisal, right of way acquisition or management, title examination, and right of way analysis.

  • Successful completion of International Right of Way Course 101.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

Valid Washington State driver’s license. Notary Public Commission

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants are required to submit a Mason County Application. The completed application may include additional pages of employment history using the application format. The completed application will be used as the primary document to determine if minimum qualifications are met for this recruitment. Misrepresentation, incomplete, or inaccurate entries may be the cause of application rejection, removal from the employment list, or discharge from county service. Applicants will be screened base upon education and experience, and the top candidates will be scheduled for interviews. Selection factors will include demonstrated knowledge and abilities for the particular position. This selection process may be subject to change.

Return Applications to: Mason County Human Resources Mailing Address – 411 North 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584

Physical Address – 423 North 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584

humanresources@co.mason.wa.us Phone-(360) 427-9670 X 290 Fax-(360) 427-8439 21-39

This information does not constitute an expressed or implied contract or offer of employment. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

Application Instructions – Carefully read the posting and note the minimum qualifications and the selection process. Please indicate all relevant education and experience on the application. A County application is always required and is utilized as the primary document to determine if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications. Resumes can be included as a supplement but cannot be used in lieu of completing the application. Applications must be entirely completed, and “see resume” will not be acceptable. Applicants applying for more than one position must complete a separate application for each position.

Applications must be signed and dated, and returned to the Human Resources Department on or before the closing date. Completed applications should be submitted or mailed to: Mason County Human Resources, 411 North Fifth Street, Shelton, WA 98584, humanresources@co.mason.wa.us . Mailed applications must be postmarked no later than the closing date. Additional materials will not be accepted after the closing date (with exception to mailed applications/material with postmark by the closing date). Applicants should keep a copy of their completed application and any supplemental pages because they will not be returned nor copied after receipt.

Applicant Qualifications – All candidates must meet minimum requirements. Often, the most competitive applicants will possess qualifications far exceeding the required minimum. If a large number of applications are received, only the most qualified applicants will be involved in the selection process.

Authorization to Work – Successful candidates must present documentation proving authorization to work in the United States (as required by federal law).

Work Environment – Mason County maintains a drug-free work environment and prohibits smoking in all County buildings.

“At-will” Positions – Some positions are considered “at-will” or at the pleasure of the employer. Therefore, the County does not need to establish “just cause” or “cause” to terminate the employment relationship. Selection to at-will position does not create or constitute an employment contract or agreement.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity – Mason County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran’s status, disability, or any other bias prohibited by federal, state or local law.

Accommodation – Applicants with a disability requiring accommodation during the selection process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 427-9670 Ext. 290.

Health Insurance – Regular full-time employees and their qualifying dependents are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage. Some regular part-time employees may receive the same coverage. Employees may partially contribute premiums depending upon the type of coverage selected.

Paid Leave – Sick leave, holidays, and vacation are provided in accordance with the County policy or union contracts. Vacation accrual rates increase at regular intervals based on length of service with the County.

Retirement Plan – All regular Mason County employees are enrolled in the Washington State Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF). The County and employees contribute jointly to the plans.