What are the responsibilities and job description for the Right-of-Way Agent I position at Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways?
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5/16/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
26-02193
Right-of-Way Agent I
Pay Grade
12
Salary
$2,976.04 - $4,464.04 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Transportation Cabinet | Department of Highways
Location
800 Newtown Ct
Lexington, KY 40511 USA
Lexington, KY 40511 USA
Description
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our
customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We will continually improve
both the delivery of our products and services and the processes that support that delivery to provide a safe,
efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that delivers economic
opportunity and enhances the quality of life in Kentucky.
By joining our Project Development Section as a Right of Way Agent I in Fayette County, you’ll have the opportunity to under immediate supervision, perform beginning level professional work in one or more phases of the highway Right-of-Way program.
Summary of Responsibilities:
We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify
By joining our Project Development Section as a Right of Way Agent I in Fayette County, you’ll have the opportunity to under immediate supervision, perform beginning level professional work in one or more phases of the highway Right-of-Way program.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Assist appraisers in gathering data
- Meeting with property owners to acquire proposed right-of-way
- Assist relocation agents in relocating displaced property owners
- Assist in property management
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Experience in public relations with strong communication and organizational skills
- Basic knowledge of real estate and related experience
- Experience in negotiations
- Office and computer skills, mathematic and measurement skills
- Comprehensive health with optional dental and vision insurance
- Retirement savings
- Professional Development opportunities and ongoing training.
- A collaborative and innovative work environment.
- Employee wellness programs
We invite you to apply for the opportunity to allow you to expand your learning potential while providing a steady paycheck and benefits.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in U.S. KYTC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KYTC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:
Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or related field.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:
NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:
NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:
Under the laws of eminent domain (exercising the right of condemnation), broad experience in at least one of the following areas will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis:
1. Professional duties of research for and preparation of documented appraisals (value of property, land, structures and improvements) through the Appraisal Process which are then approved for Right-of-Way acquisition;
2. Initiating and conducting problem solving negotiations including details of appraisal and offer with owner leading to approved settlements or condemnation;
3. Initiating and providing relocation assistance including but not limited to reimbursement of moving expenses, replacement housing computations, and reestablishment expenses to displaced persons, businesses, or non-profit organizations;
4. Handling the disposal of improvements and environmental cleanup on properties which may include carcinogenic or hazardous materials. (Eminent Domain is the right of government to take or to authorize the taking of private property for public use, just compensation usually being given to the owner). Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.
1. Professional duties of research for and preparation of documented appraisals (value of property, land, structures and improvements) through the Appraisal Process which are then approved for Right-of-Way acquisition;
2. Initiating and conducting problem solving negotiations including details of appraisal and offer with owner leading to approved settlements or condemnation;
3. Initiating and providing relocation assistance including but not limited to reimbursement of moving expenses, replacement housing computations, and reestablishment expenses to displaced persons, businesses, or non-profit organizations;
4. Handling the disposal of improvements and environmental cleanup on properties which may include carcinogenic or hazardous materials. (Eminent Domain is the right of government to take or to authorize the taking of private property for public use, just compensation usually being given to the owner). Current or prior military experience will substitute for the required college on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):
Must possess a valid driver's license to qualify for employment in this job classification. Within six (6) months of employment, shall provide the hiring agency documentation that employee is a Notary Public properly commissioned and bonded in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possess and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Work typically involves extensive contact with the public. Work is performed in all types of weather conditions. Statewide assignments and overnight travel will be required.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Robin Sprague at RobinL.Sprague@ky.gov or 859-246-2355.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $35,712 - $53,568