Right of Way Agent III - Team Leader (61035564)
Salary
$62,400.00 - $103,900.00 Annually
Location
Greenville County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
190584
Agency
Department of Transportation-Headquarters
Opening Date
07/15/2026
Closing Date
7/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:
HB30
Position Number:
61035564
Normal Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade
GEN10
Hiring Range - Min.
$62,400.00
Hiring Range - Max.
$103,900.00
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:
Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided, but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. Candidates must present documentation of their attainment of college degree(s) at the time of interview. Documentation must be either an official or unofficial copy of the college transcript or Letter of Verification of Degree from the institutions Registrars Office. If the candidate selected for the position provided an unofficial copy, it must be replaced with an official copy no later than thirty (30) calendar days after the effective date of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame will result in termination of employment. SCDOT Human Resources Office, Room 115, 955 Park Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Phone: (803) 737-1321.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Under limited supervision, plans, organizes and directs the activities of right-of-way acquisition, claims payment, and data management programs. Develops and implements policies, regulations and procedures applicable to the program area. Reviews plans for projects, makes assignments to agents and provides technical assistance. Confers with property owners, legal advisors, Agency staff, and other branches of state government in resolving issues of just compensation and payment of claims. Researches courthouse records to verify ownership, encumbrances and conditions of sale. Consults with legal counsel and serves as agency representative won condemnation/mediation cases; testifies in court. Ensures project documentation is properly inventoried and retained. Ensures all claims payments are made in a timely manner. Represents agency at public information meetings to provide the general public with details of upcoming projects and answer right-of-way questions.
Oversees/manages and provides supervisory guidance to lower-level right of way agents in the areas of acquisition, relocation, quality control, data management/retention. Organize/prioritize work plans for lower right of way agents. Attends project meetings, field scoping meetings, conference calls, etc. with Agency staff, outside legal counsel, and outside vendors and provide input concerning right of way issues. Provides comprehensive review of all acquisition, relocation, claim payment, and data management/retention documentation prepared by lower-level right of way agents. Ensures needed revisions are made in a timely manner and processed accordingly. Serve as resource to appraisers and legal counsel on condemnation issues. Provides expert court testimony as needed. Prepares written and/or verbal correspondence and reports in response to inquiries from landowners, internal units, and the general public. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelors degree and three (3) years of right-of-way, real estate, property appraisal, or related experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Must have a valid motor vehicle operators license.
The physical demands for the essential functions involves sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. May require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting climbing, balancing, and kneeling. May be required to lift up to 50lbs. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal scheduled work week; especially during inclement weather.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.
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Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.
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Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.
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What class drivers license do you possess?
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If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?
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I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.
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Required Question
Employer State of South Carolina
Agency Department of Transportation-Headquarters Address 955 Park Street, Room 115
Columbia, South Carolina, 29201
Phone 803-737-1321
The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.