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Salary : $80,820.00 - $108,780.00 Annually Location : Thurston County - Tumwater, WA Job Type: Full Time - Permanent Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 25DOT-HQ-00508 Department: Dept. of Transportation Division: Headquarters Opening Date: 12/04/2025 Closing Date: 12/17/2025 11:59 PM Pacific Description About WSDOT Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation! The Opportunity WSDOT is seeking a highly skilled professional to join our team as the Senior Property Management Agent in Tumwater, WA. Reporting directly to the Property Management Program Manager (PMPM), this position plays a key role in supporting and overseeing WSDOT's comprehensive property management program, which includes both Project Property Management and Ongoing Property Management activities. The primary focus of this position is the oversight, training, and management of property management work across assigned regions, ensuring that all activities are completed efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with Federal and State regulations. This role serves as a subject matter expert in one or more core areas of Property Management including Disposal, Inventory, Leasing, and Title and is responsible for ensuring all transactions adhere to applicable laws and regulations. With highly technical functions and critical program responsibilities, this position is central to maintaining WSDOT's commitment to legal compliance, operational excellence, and effective property stewardship. What to Expect Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Senior Property Management Agent will: • Implement short- and long-range strategies to meet WSDOT and the assigned regions' property management goals. • Issue day-to-day decisions in accordance with program goals. • Work directly with Region Property Management Supervisors and Mega Projects' leads/consultants, this position is responsible for providing support for property management functions related to region and project needs. • Create clear communication channels with region managers and property management supervisors to create a priority list of property management work for each region assigned. • Assign and track work to direct reports and document what steps will be completed by HQ and/or Region staff. • Provide guidance for regional staff and direct Headquarters staff on how to appropriately perform Property Management functions. • Assess and provide/coordinate needed property management training for both HQ and region staff; assisting statewide in areas where the position incumbent is a subject matter expert. • Provide advice regarding property management to WSDOT staff, including region/Megaprogram managers. • Provide program support to the Property Management Program Manager, including updating tracking spreadsheets and RES documents, procedures, maintaining records, assisting with training, and supporting special projects. • Provide expert advice to legislative coordinators/committees and prepare analysis for bills and fiscal notes. • Advise region staff on policies and procedures. Qualifications To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required: • Property Management and Right of Way Expertise: Demonstrated experience across right of way disciplines appraisal, title, acquisition/negotiation, relocation, and property management with primary focus in property management on public or governmental properties • Regulatory and Legal Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of federal and state regulations (23 CFR Part 710, 49 CFR Part 24, RCW, WAC), WSDOT Right of Way Manual, real estate and landlord/tenant laws, highway access control requirements, and eminent domain practices. • Analytical and Compliance Review: Skilled in reviewing title reports, acquisition files, legal descriptions, and right of way plans to assess encumbrances, ensure regulatory compliance, and determine appropriate language for lease and disposal transactions. • Decision-Making and Risk Assessment: Able to work independently, evaluate complex property management cases, assess risks, and make informed decisions within policy and legal frameworks. • Leadership and Collaboration: Demonstrated experience supervising staff, guiding statewide initiatives, and partnering with engineers, attorneys, consultants, and government agencies. • Communication and Training: Strong written and verbal communication skills; experience developing and delivering technical training, policies, and guidance.Demonstrated ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively to technical and non-technical audiences, while building collaborative relationships across teams, agencies, and the public. • Program and Project Management: Capable of managing priorities, preparing legal documents and exhibits, maintaining accurate records, and performing effectively in both independent and team environments. • Information and Technology Proficiency: Proficiency with property databases, GIS, SharePoint, ProjectWise, Microsoft Office Suite, and real estate records management • Respectful Workplace: Demonstrated ability to contribute to a work environment that fosters respect, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all. It is preferred that qualified candidates also have: • Title & Escrow Expertise: Demonstrates professional experience in the Title Insurance and Escrow industry, applying knowledge of property ownership, transfer processes, and risk mitigation in real estate transactions. • Legal & Regulatory Knowledge: Applies thorough understanding of Disposal and Lease requirements in accordance with current law and WSDOT policy to ensure compliant property transactions. Interprets and applies Real Estate and Landlord-Tenant laws, including title, eminent domain, and property rights, to support accurate and lawful property management decisions. Applies Federal regulations, including 23 CFR Part 710 (Right of Way and Real Estate) and 49 CFR Part 24 (Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act), to acquisition, relocation, and property management activities. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of RCW and WAC related to property acquisition, condemnation, title examination, certification, and right of way processes as outlined in the WSDOT Right of Way Manual. • Technical & Advisory Expertise: Utilizes technical engineering principles and statewide policies, procedures, and standards to evaluate property transactions and ensure compliance. Provides expert real estate guidance and technical assistance on right of way matters for federal-aid projects, ensuring adherence to legal, policy, and procedural requirements. Important Notes • This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs. • This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options. Ability to be in the office 2-3 days per week. • To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the "Contact Us" section of this posting. • In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable . Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in of the Washington Administrative Code. • WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit . Why WSDOT • Work-Life Balance - We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity. • Paid Leave - In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year! • Tuition Assistance - Permanent employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness. • Plan For Your Future - WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to for more information. Check out this video to learn more: How to Apply Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the "Work Experience" portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible. In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application: • An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date. • An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role. • Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the "References" section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment. Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity. WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter listed. Contact Us For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Amanda Strebeck, at . Please be sure to reference Senior Property Management Agent #00508 in the subject line. More than Just a Paycheck! Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs. Read about our benefits: The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time. Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits. Insurance Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs. Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees. Retirement and Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options. Social Security All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state ...