TRANSPORTATION RIGHT OF WAY ASSISTANT PROGRAM MANAGER

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This is the first class and the first managerial level in the series of classes for positions which manage statewide Right of Way programs. Positions in this class are responsible for managing, coordinating, and monitoring a major statewide Right of Way program. This class is distinguished from the Transportation Right of Way Program Manager by the latter's responsibility for managing and directing multiple statewide Right of Way programs; developing or revising programs, policies and procedures; and directing Transportation Right of Way Assistant Program Managers.

Complexity of Work: Performs managerial work of considerable difficulty. Manages a major statewide right of way program which includes the responsibility to draft new and make revisions to existing policies, procedures, work applications and methods. Manages and monitors projects by resolving major problems to ensure that advertisement dates and construction schedules are met. Coordinates right of way activities with other phases of project development; pre-qualifies and maintains a list of consultants for right of way acquisitions; administers the consultant contract program which requires evaluating projects and requesting proposals; provides direction and technical guidance to field personnel by responding to inquiries and monitoring assigned districts for compliance with state and federal laws, policies, and procedures; authorizing deviations in policies, procedures, work applications and methods in a specific program area assessing programmatic impact; negotiating for right of way with all state and federal agencies, special interest groups, and railways by meeting with key officials and reviewing property plans; directing and monitoring the statewide property management program which includes surplus land inventory, surplus and land conveyance, income leasing, and building and improvement disposition; reviewing and approving all capital outlay projects and non-project related appraisal reports; overseeing the relocation program which includes monitoring replacement housing determinations; assigning, monitoring and evaluating the work of unit personnel; planning and conducting statewide training in program area assigned to include Central Office unit staff; working to resolve employee relations issues; and providing input into the budget development process through long- and short-range program planning.

Supervision Given: Provides general supervision to Right of Way Technician Supervisors and provides technical guidance to other Right of Way field personnel.

Supervision Received: Receives direction from a Transportation Right of Way Program Manager or from a higher level division administrator. The work is reviewed and evaluated in terms of meeting overall program goals and objectives.

Scope: Positions in this class have statewide managerial responsibilities for a major Right of Way program which requires managing, planning and monitoring projects and activities. Work products are used by field offices and occasionally by other state and federal agencies to acquire land or other property for the construction and/or maintenance of interstate, primary, urban, and secondary transportation systems.

Impact of Actions: Planning decisions affect the ability of subordinates to effectively and efficiently perform their duties. Work activities and products affect the ability of the agency to meet commitments to the public and overall right of way program objectives and the ability of field offices to successfully implement program changes.

Personal Contacts: Frequent internal and external contact with all levels of agency employees, federal and state government officials, attorneys, clerks of the court, consultants, public service corporations, special interest groups, the general public, and private sector businesses for the purpose of giving, receiving, and clarifying information pertaining to program activities.

Knowledge: Considerable knowledge of applicable agency, local, state and federal laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to the program area assigned such as appraisal methods, the acquisition and removal or relocation of construction conflicts, real estate conveyances, relocation methods, easement contracts, and eminent domain; of managerial principles and practices; of program policy development/revision; and of automated system capabilities for purposes of program planning and enhancements.

Skills: None identified for this class.

Abilities: Demonstrated ability to manage a statewide program of limited scope; to plan, coordinate, and evaluate the work of others; to train and motivate employees; to read and understand highway construction plans; to analyze and evaluate program activities through application of program monitoring techniques; to plan, coordinate and prioritize multiple assignments within scheduled time frames; to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials and others; and to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE*

Licenses or Certification: None.

Education or Training: Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in real estate, business administration, or a related field.

Level and Type of Experience: Progressively responsible supervisory experience in a related program area.

An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.

This class was developed by the Virginia Department of Transportation and replaces the Right of Way Manager A class, effective