Agent

The Position


Job Appointment: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: Hybrid. In-person work is to be conducted at The Portland Building located at 1120 SW 5th Avenue. Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, .
Benefits: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefits for this position.
Union Representation: This classification is represented by the PROTEC17. To view this labor agreement, click .


Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume.


The City of Portland is currently seeking a Right of Way Agent II to join the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT). A Right of Way Agent II leases property and works with property owners to facilitate vacating streets, research property ownership and rights, and negotiate with property owners to acquire a wide range of property rights for public projects. Apply Today!


What you'll get to do:

Utilize excellent customer service when working with the public. Develop and maintain relationships with City partners and Commissioners staff. Develop and maintain bureau real estate management records. Utilize technological tools (such as GIS applications) to increase productivity and effectiveness. Research public deed records. Write basic legal descriptions and prepare/record conveyance documents. Prepare and negotiate lease agreements. Negotiate for the acquisition of property rights. Prepare valuation reports used to administratively establish Just Compensation for non-complex acquisitions. Who you are:

Balanced: Able to work on a multitude of tasks and understand/react to various situations in a fast-paced environment. Communicator: A strong communicator to technical and non-technical individuals who is proficient verbally and in writing. Detailed: An organizer and planner who thrives on details and is uncompromising in consistency and accuracy Empathetic Negotiator: You have strong negotiation skills but also are aware of how to be empathetic to property owners/customers. Your skills allow you to de-escalate difficult situations and lean into hard conversations. Problem solver: You work to develop creative solutions to meet stated program and policy outcomes. Relationship Builder: An outgoing professional who values partnerships and forms relationships to get things done. Reliable: You can meet strict deadlines and understand the importance of managing a dynamic and changing workload. Team oriented: You enjoy working as part of team and value collaboration. About the bureau:
The Portland Bureau of Transportation is a community partner in shaping a livable city. We plan, build, manage, and maintain an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses access and mobility. We keep Portland moving. For more information about the Portland Bureau of Transportation, please visit . The Portland Bureau of Transportation embraces diversity, models inclusivity, and promotes equity through its service delivery, internal operations, organizational culture, and in its work with partners and the community.



Questions?:
Terrol Johnson
Sr. Recruiter




To Qualify


Applicants must meet each of the following minimum qualifications. Describe in their cover letter and resume how their education, training, and/or experience, meets each of the following minimum qualifications: Experience utilizing strong customer service skills and the ability to implement effective conflict resolution techniques. Experience and ability to handle several projects at once while meeting assigned deadlines. Ability to use City-specific technology and general office software, including Outlook, Word, Teams, and Excel. Knowledge of public records researching tools to locate deeds, easements, maps, and plats. Knowledge of the types of information that title reports, appraisals, surveys, and legal descriptions contain. Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to property and easement acquisition and disposal. Applicant must also possess:

An Oregon Notary Public Commission: more information on how to obtain Valid State Driver's License & acceptable driving record Must place any active real estate appraisers or brokers licenses on inactive status prior to first day to avoid conflict of interest. Although Not Required:
An Ideal Candidate will have strong negotiating skills and direct experience or transferable experience in the acquisition or disposition of property rights.


The Recruitment Process


STEP 1: Apply online between March 4, 2024 - March 25, 2024


Required Application Materials: Resume Cover Letter Optional Application Materials: Veteran documents to request for Veteran Preference (ex, DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter, etc.) Application Tips:

Your cover letter should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement. Your resume should support the details described in your cover letter. Salary Range/Equity Pay Analysis: Please note per the your salary is determined based on the experience and education listed in your resume/application. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all directly related and equivalent experience.


Do not attach materials not requested.


All completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.


All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process. E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.


Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of March 25, 2024 An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and cover letter, weighted 100%. Your resume and cover letter will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification. You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the for complete information. * Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.


Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of April 1, 2024 Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list. Step 4: Selection (Interview): TBD

Hiring bureau will review and select candidates to interview. Please note, the selection process may take up to 90 days from the notification of being placed on the eligible list. Step 5: Offer of Employment: TBD


Step 6: Start Date: TBD A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met. *Timeline is approximate and subject to change*



Additional Information


for additional information regarding the following: City of Portland Core Values Recruitment Process - Work Status Equal Employment Opportunity Veteran Preference ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer


A Career with the City of Portland offers many Employee Benefits


We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to Health Care (Medical, Vision and Dental) Carrot Fertility Wellness Benefits Life Insurance Short- and Long-term disability coverage to eligible employees and their families. Employee Assistance Plan Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS), including contributions to the PERS IAP plan paid by employer Family Medical Leave City Paid Parental Leave AND SO MANY MORE!


Benefits may vary depending on bargaining unit and employment status. .