Hwy District Right of Way Permits Officer - Norfolk at State of Nebraska

Norfolk, Nebraska, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Mar, 26

Salary

22.781

Posted On

06 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Permit Application Processes, Engineering Documentation, Right-Of-Way Contracts, Inspection, Records Management, MicroStation, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, GIS, Customer Service, Communication, Mathematical Computations, Project Coordination, Problem Solving, Legal References

Industry

Government Administration

Description

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Transportation - Agency 27 Location: Norfolk, NE Hiring Rate: $22.781 Job Posting: JR2025-00020465 Hwy District Right of Way Permits Officer - Norfolk (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): Job Description: Are you looking for a role that offers variety and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the state? If so, consider joining the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) as a Highway District Right of Way Permits Officer. We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package which include: • State-matched retirement contribution of 156%! • 13 paid holidays • Generous leave accruals that begin immediately • Military leave • Tuition reimbursement program • Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges • Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government • 79% employer paid health insurance plans • Dental and vision insurance plans • Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy • Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State • Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service • Training and Development based on your career aspirations • Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship • Employee Assistance Program • Fun, inviting teammates Please reach out to Alexis, Talent Acquisition Partner, at 402-525-2304, if you have questions or to learn more. Job Duties: Reviews permit applications for occupancy of NDOT right-of-way for driveways and utilities (e.g., water, gas, electrical), and determines their conformance with appropriate regulatory codes and standards. Reviews applications for revisions in access-control and obtains pertinent special provisions and project and other details; assesses safety and operational impacts, and as necessary, recommends alternatives. Reviews applications for placement of signs and/or for junkyards to ensure conformance to NDOT and Federal Highway Administration rules and regulations. Conducts visual surveys of the right of way to detect violations of outdoor advertising, junkyard statutes, and/or encroachments on right of way. Provides information, answers questions, and interprets rules and regulations for the public and other agency employees regarding right of way occupancy and location of driveway permits, signs, and junkyards; informs senior district management of status of permit requests and reviews. Approves/disapproves sign and/or junkyard permits based on the findings of investigations of locations and local zoning regulations. Conducts on-site inspections of permitted right-of-way work to ensure the work is completed as approved; notifies NDOT special permits office. Monitors right-of-ways to determine they are free of "illegal" encroachments such as produce vendors, farming and harvesting operations, "for-sale" vehicles, and fences. Contacts permit holders to request that work performed be done differently, redone, or suspended to ensure the situation resolved. Maintains inventory records of signs and junkyards, and advises the NDOT special permits office of changes as they occur. Maintains district records for Nebraska Logo {LOGO) and Tourist Oriented Directional Signs {TODS), and similar programs. Assists maintenance forces during winter operations and/or highway emergencies, as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements / Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Post-high school coursework or experience in using plans, blueprints, and similar engineering documentation related to right of way, construction, design/drafting, or surveying activities. OR Post-high school coursework or experience in preparing contracts and other legal documentation. Preferred Qualifications: Experience understanding right-of-way contracts and legal descriptions, as-built and survey plans. Experience in inspection and the ROW permitting processes. Experience or education in office functions and records management. Experience using MicroStation, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Clarity, ARMS, On-Base, POP, GIS and Pathweb. Other: Valid driver’s license or ability to provide independent transportation. Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: the terminology and procedures of the permit application and issuing processes; the general practices of engineering/construction projects; NDOT and federal rules and regulations regarding LOGO, TDS, junkyards, outdoor advertising, and similar programs; practices of real estate/property mapping, land measurements, and engineering plans to locate right of way and encroachments; legal references including work related State statutes, local construction codes and zoning ordinances/maps, and property descriptions. Skill in: applying customer service techniques. Ability to: communicate in person and by telephone, email, and correspondence with coworkers, permit seekers and holders, and the public to share technical information and provide services and solutions; interact in a calm, productive manner with customers to ensure conformance to NDOT rules and regulations; perform calculations for mathematical computations and location/boundary measurements; understand and follow supervisory instructions; comprehend and interpret letters, memos, electronic mail, agency forms and policies, property descriptions, legal documents, instruction manuals, and proposed plans; coordinate permitting activities among various jurisdictions, property owners, and other entities; detect and resolve errors and discrepancies on permit plans and applications; plan and organize numerous projects simultaneously; evaluate general proposals by applying specific program guidelines; analyze the ramifications of right of-way use requests; anticipate and address potential issues before they occur during the permit process; use personal and mainframe computers and associated applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, electronic communication, presentations, and databases. If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/ Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation. Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans. Once you've had the opportunity to explore our current open positions, apply for those of interest to you. Click here for a video tutorial. Contact state.jobs@nebraska.gov for additional support. Check back on your candidate profile to see the status of your submitted applications, as well as any new postings that might interest you! Thank you for your interest in joining our team! State Government is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Nebraska. Whether it's helping a vulnerable child, advancing public health, making highways safer, or preserving our natural resources, the work we do matters!

Responsibilities

The Highway District Right of Way Permits Officer reviews permit applications for occupancy of NDOT right-of-way and conducts inspections to ensure compliance with regulations. They also provide information and interpret rules for the public and other agency employees.