Right of Way Agent V (SR-24)

Independently perform the most complex land transaction assignments on a continuous basis; works with all levels of management staff as an advisor involving land appraisals, legal process, and financial negotiations; testifies and lobbies at legislative bodies as directed by superiors; is the primary contact person regarding real estate acquisition, disposition, land rights and relocation issues; and perform other duties as required.
 
Distinguishing Characteristics:
 
This class differs from the Right-of-Way Agent IV in that the Right-of-Way Agent V independently performs the full range of complex and difficult land transaction assignments, whereas the Right of Way Agent IV independently conducts negotiations for the acquisition of real property, rights-of­ way, etc.

• Performs complex and difficult land transactions, working in partnership with other county departments and land owners to resolve issues, involving a combination of problems including intergovernmental ownership, multi-ownership, relocation, urgency of use, inadequate funding, etc., for acquisition and disposition of lands required for public improvement projects.
• Serves as staff specialist in recommending proposals for legislative review, makes presentations on projects to decision making and legislative bodies, neighborhood groups, and other stakeholders in recommending proposals for legislative review and represents the division at Council meetings  as a staff resource.
• Discusses proposed improvements with property owners or their representatives explaining their legal rights, the County's obligations, the basis for the appraisals, any alternate means of settlement, the relocation of property, etc.
• Receives counter-proposals made by property owners, reports to superiors with recommendations.
• Drafts correspondence to land owners, legal counsel, government and public agencies regarding proposed land transfers.
• Coordinates land issues regarding infrastructure master planning efforts with State agencies.
• Acts as liaison between the property owner and the project engineer in negotiating relocation of improvements or other construction concerns.
• May be directed to prepare and process requests for condemnation of property.
• Arranges for payment of minor severance damages to property owners.
• Develops a list of items needed to acquire property rights based on the requirements of each project.
• Investigate projects' description, purpose, timetable and impact on the community. Gathers information which will directly affect negotiations.
• Assists the division in the budgetary process, providing preliminary assessments and justification for project development.
• Coordinates land use issues regarding infrastructure master planning efforts with State agencies.
• Prepares, assembles, processes and records all documents required in land transaction matters.
• Coordinates land acquisition activities with property owners, private consultants, the Department of Public Works, the Department of Finance, the CIP Coordinator, the Department of Corporation Counsel, the County Council, and other governmental agencies.
• Prepares and maintains schedules, logs, and files on the status of acquisitions.
• Reviews environmental impact statements, advance construction plans, relocation plans, appraisal reports, and title searches to obtain background information identifying potential problems and possible solutions.
• Inspects properties to verify accuracy and completeness of appraisal reports and relocation plans.
• Coordinates and processes deeds, agreements, rights-of-entries, and other legal documents and assures that all documents are properly executed and recorded.
• Maintains files of completed land acquisitions.

Training and Experience:  A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in the field of business administration, public administration, economics, or a related field and three and one half (3 1/2) years of progressively professional experience in real property acquisition and/or appraisals activities, one (1) of which shall have involved negotiating for the acquisition of real property and/or various rights-of-way.
 
License Requirements:  Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3).
 
Knowledge of:   real estate terminology; laws, rules and regulations governing the administration of lands in the County of Maui; laws, Land Court rules, legal documents and procedures pertaining to land transaction and real property acquisition; methods for determining ownership and clearance of title; the Hawaiian land system; sources of information pertinent to land matters; basic principles and methods of real estate appraisal.
 
Ability to:   interpret and explain laws and regulations; understand and interpret plans and specifications relating to real property acquisition; meet with property owners and/or their representatives and explain the purpose of land acquisition projects; deal tactfully and effectively with the public, other government agency officials and employees; conduct research studies.
 
Health and Physical Condition:
 
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.
 
Physical Effort Grouping:  Light
 

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Maui

If you have never applied for a job using the NEOGOV system, you must create an account.  You will need a username, password, and working email address to create your account. Your detailed work history is required on the application. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is NOT an acceptable response under the "Work Experience" section. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. Applications may be rejected if they are incomplete.

EXAMINATIONS ARE ADMINISTERED IN THE COUNTY OF MAUl ONLY

The above examination is being given on an open-competitive basis to establish an eligible list which shall be effective for not more than one year unless extended by the Director of Personnel Services.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The County of Maui does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, marital status, pregnancy, arrest and court record, assignment of child support, national guard participation or any other basis covered by state or federal laws governing non-discrimination

Pre-Employment/Post-Offer Drug Screening Test: All applicants, who will enter a safety sensitive position or certain designated categories that the Personnel Services Director has established or who are required by law to be drug tested must pass a pre-employment/post-offer drug screening test as a condition of employment. There is no retesting or re-evaluation process. Cost for the drug screening test shall be borne by the County of Maui.

Personnel Services Email: personnel.services@mauicounty.gov