Right of Way Assistant Administrator 2026-01876

Right of Way Assistant Administrator 2026-01876

Salary

$7,184.67 - $7,983.73 Monthly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01876

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

Department of Transportation

Opening Date

07/24/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Exempt

Job Classification

LRLM11

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is an agency committed to providing a safe, high quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. We now seek a full-time Right of Way Assistant Administrator located in Cheyenne, Wyoming.

This role will manage, oversee and direct the processes involved for the work production crews of the Right of Way Program which is charged with acquiring property rights for transportation projects and managing all of WYDOTs real estate needs as well as providing real estate acquisition and management services for other State and Local Public Agencies and ensures the products meet the current State and Federal rules and regulations.

Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only seven states with no state income tax.

This position offers:

$2,000 Hiring Bonus See notes for eligibility

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays

• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future

• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options

• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities

and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?

Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resource Contact: 307-777-4356

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Supervises, directs and controls Project Managers in the Right of Way Program who direct and oversee all functions related to right-of-way engineering, title examination, State and Federal land procurement, appraisal, acquisition, and management of removal of improvements and sale of excess lands while assuring compliance with Federal and State Eminent Domain Statutes
• Supervises, directs and controls the Project Manager who is responsible for writing various lease contracts, extensions and amendments for WYOLINK telecommunication tower sites and Transportation Management Center (TMC)
• Establishes program goals, objectives and balanced scorecard measures
• Supervises, directs and controls the State Land Surveyor who is responsible for all land survey Statewide
• Assists in political issues impacting the Right of Way program
• Guides and supervises the Right of Way payments process
• Serves as a member of the Project Control System (PCS) committee and is responsible for attending District level and Highway Development meetings
• Makes final decisions on complicated and high-dollar-value landowner issues when Project Managers are unable to resolve at their level
• Assigns tasks to equalize workload and complexity of projects between the work crews
• Reviews final documents and plans to ensure they meet FHWA policies, department policies, and other laws and regulations
• Presides over section work production activities and meetings and coordinates legal issues with the Wyoming Attorney General
• Attends plan inspection meetings, public meetings, and participates in value engineering studies
• Controls the process for securing Right of Way funding through FHWA on Federal Aid projects

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

Preference may be given to individuals who are a State General Certified Real Estate Appraiser, State Licensed Professional Land Surveyor, or Certified through the International Right of Way Association.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of and understanding the entire acquisition process on a national level
• Knowledge of State, Federal Laws and Regulations as related to eminent domain
• Knowledge of State Laws and Regulations as related to excess lands
• Knowledge of Contract Law and Right of Way policy and procedures
• Knowledge of Case Law as it impacts eminent domain and property rights
• Knowledge of land Surveying; understanding Real Estate Appraisal
• Knowledge of employee management
• Knowledge of project management
• Knowledge of personnel rules and procedures
• Knowledge of real estate leases
• Knowledge of water law and building codes

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelors Degree

Experience:

1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in real estate, appraisal, acquisition or title work) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Lands Management Program Supervisor

OR

Education & Experience Substitution:

4-7 years of progressive work experience (typically in real estate, appraisal, acquisition or title work) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Lands Management Program Supervisor

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

None

Necessary Special Requirements

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
• E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Supplemental Information

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Know your full value.

Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

Explore your total compensation: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/

WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

01

(AA) Which of the following best describes your highest completed level of education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• High School Diploma/GED/or Equivalent
• Some college Coursework, No Degree Received
• Associates Degree
• Associates Degree and additional coursework
• Bachelors Degree
• Bachelors Degree and additional coursework
• Masters Degree
• Masters Degree and additional coursework
• Doctorate Degree
• Doctorate Degree and additional coursework
• None of the Above

02

(AA) Which of the following Quarter/Semester credit hours best describes your completed college education to date or within the next three (3) months? (Transcripts may be required.)

• 45+ Quarter hours/30+ Semester hours
• 90+ Quarter hours/60+ Semester hours
• 136+ Quarter hours/91+ Semester hours
• 180+ Quarter hours/120+ Semester hours
• 225+ Quarter hours/150+Semester hours
• N/A

03

(LRLM11) How many years of relevant work experience or transferable skills do you have related to the job description?

• No relevant experience.
• Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
• One (1) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
• Three (3) to less than four (4) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience.

04

(AA) Describe your relevant experience below.

05

(A1) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs @ www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

06

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

07

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral Bonus.

08

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans preference disclosure.

• Yes
• No
• I am not a veteran

09

(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veterans military service, and wish to claim veterans preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans preference status. By requesting veterans preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.

• Current State Employee
• Veteran - DD214 Attached
• Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veterans Disability Determination Attached
• Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
• None of the above

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(A2) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm