TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING SPECIALIST

DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona.

TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING SPECIALIST Job Location : CENTRAL MAINTENANCE DISTRICT ROADWAY ADMINISTRATION

2140 W. Hilton Ave

Phoenix AZ 85009 Posting Details : Salary : $64,804.59 - $74,804.59

Anticipated Salary : $69,804.59 Grade : 22

Closing Date : October 24, 2025

Job Summary

The Transportation Engineer Specialist is a technical specialist for the Right of Way Central District and liaison with the Right of Way Group. This position reviews and analyzes impacts to right of way including utilities, easements, drainage and landscaping and provides recommendations for right of way disposals, leases and easements. The position evaluates legal descriptions and documents to confirm the accuracy of rights-of-way and / or ownership. Ensuring plan submittals from designers, developers, and property owners are correct. Investigates complex right-of-way issues or discrepancies, documenting detailed assessments, providing solutions.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the States Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties

Assist with tracking disposals of Right of Way Reallocations / Turn backs, excess property, and other right of way issues as needed. Aid with monitoring the Red Letter Program.

Assist with development, exhibits and / or review IGAs / JPAs and MMAs. Assess, evaluate & problem solve assigned right of way issues.

Perform roadway / site inspections, plan reviews, periodic inspections of facilities, lease sites and respective improvements. Collaborate on Mapping various right of way or maintenance items for the Central District. Participate when needed with obtaining donations and / or dedications.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of :

• Right of Way and Highway plans.
• Right of Way procedures, real estate practices, policies, procedures and laws concerning the purchase and sale of land.
• Familiarity with design, construction and / or maintenance.
• Survey, drafting and legal descriptions.
• MS Office, Google Workspace.
• GIS, Google Earth Pro, Bluebeam.

Skill in :

Ability to :

Selective Preference(s)

4 Year College Degree-Bachelor of Science is preferred :

General studies with emphasis in the areas of Engineering, Construction, Real Estate, Math, Computer Sciences, Communication, Economics or Social Studies Right of Way Agent SR. or above Certification is preferred

Five years of work experience

Pre-Employment Requirements

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate drivers license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary drivers license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to drivers license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

GED or high school diploma is required

Valid Arizona Driver's License at the time of hiring

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include :

Retirement

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

Contact Us

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@ or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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