Property Agent Trainee

Introduction

\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t Do you want to shape the future of transportation in Connecticut? If you’re interested in starting an exciting career with CTDOT, read below and apply today! The�Connecticut�Department of Transportation (CTDOT)�is now accepting applications for a Property Agent Trainee� (Connecticut Careers Trainee (Engineering And Related)) opportunity in the Division of Rights of Way at our Newington Headquarters.� Students graduating with an accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree by December 31, 2025, are strongly encouraged to apply! WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: Visit our��State Employee Benefits Overview�page! Professional growth and development opportunities A healthy�work/life balance�to all employees. Join an award winning agency! CTDOT was recently awarded the�Employer of the Year�award by the�Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers�(CSCE)��and named the�Women’s Transportation Seminar�(WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024! POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: Monday-Friday Full-time (40 hours/week) 1st Shift Newington, CT P-4 (Engineering and Scientific)�bargaining unit.� Hybrid (office/telework) work schedules may be available THE ROLE: Property Agent Trainees are the Department's entry level positions in Rights of Way. Property Agent Trainees receive training in real property acquisition and relocation services, property management, leasing, appraisals, title examination, closings, and deed preparation�as they relate to the work of the Division of Rights of Way and perform a wide variety of increasingly difficult duties as technical skills are acquired during the course of the development program. Property Agent Trainees become eligible for promotion to the target classification of�Property Agent 1, upon successful completion of the development program. The length of the development program is determined by the experience and training requirements of the designated class of Property Agent 1 and the prior education and experience of the selected candidate.� The development program will not exceed (3) three years. Applicants must be available to travel to and attend trainings, conferences, public meetings, field reviews, etc., both within and outside of normal working hours, when necessary,�and must possess and retain a valid driver's license. Please list your Driver’s license number, expiration date, and issuing State in the 'Licenses and Professional Certifications' section of your application.� SALARY NOTE: 1st Year of Training� Bachelor's Degree and/or qualifying experience FS 15 Step 1 $55,328 Master’s Degree FS 15 Step 2 $57,320 2nd Year of Training� General Rate FS 15 Step 5�$63,306 ABOUT US: As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus.�It is the DOT's mission to improve quality of life through transportation. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged.� Learn more about our mission, vison, and values by clicking�here! Watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of Connecticut employee! � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:� Check out our�Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources?� Visit our�Applicant Toolkit�for additional support throughout the recruitment process.� BEFORE YOU APPLY:� Meet Minimum Qualifications:�Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. � Educational Credits:�List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.� Resume Policy:�Per�Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.� Preferred Shift/Location:�Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.� Timely Submission:�All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. �Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing�DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.� Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.� Note: The�only way�to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting. AFTER YOU APPLY:� Referral Questions:�This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).��� Prepare For An Interview:�Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful�Interview Preparation Guide�to make the best impression!� Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.�� The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.�� Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at�www.ct.gov/ethics. QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:� Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Anamaria Giangarra at�Anamaria.giangarra@ct.gov Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for mastering the skills necessary to satisfactorily complete the training program for a professional position.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

In a department or institution receives training in introductory governmental work for development of skills and knowledge in field of public administration in order to qualify for advancement into agency professional positions; Performs a variety of increasingly difficult duties as skills are acquired during course of training period; Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Oral and written communication skills;� Ability to acquire knowledge and skills required for the target classification; understand, evaluate and solve problems by exercising judgement and logic; read, interpret and understand written material; perform basic arithmetical computations; interpret charts, graphs and tables; learn and reason; establish and maintain cooperative relations with superiors, associates and general public; utilize computer software.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates must be able to meet the experience and training requirements of the designated job class at the completion of the development program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a Bachelor's or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the following degree areas: real estate, business administration, economics, geography, communications, urban planning, political science, engineering, or a closely related field Experience using Microsoft Office 365, Teams, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook Experience leveraging interpersonal, presentation, public speaking and verbal and written communication skills with diverse and challenging populations Experience leveraging organizational skills to prioritize work and efficiently manage time, resources and multiple tasks while meeting deadlines Experience demonstrating a strong work ethic, positive attitude, eagerness and ability to take direction, learn and retain job training Experience analyzing problems and utilizing resources to recommend effective solutions Experience reading and interpreting statutes and case law Experience reading, interpreting and understanding engineering and design drawings and plans Experience or training in the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

Salary : $55,328 - $76,156