Right of Way Agent

Kind of Work

Responsible and technical work involving securing and recording easements, acquiring property and various other tasks associated with the road and bridge construction maintenance program for the St. Louis County Public Works department. 

St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.

Distinguishing Features of Work

An employee in this class is responsible for negotiating rights of way acquisitions for the construction of highways, bridges and maintenance facilities.  Duties include: planning and moderating public hearings concerning land acquisition, reviewing ownership documents, valuating property and damages to property, negotiating with owners and preparing deeds or easements in acquisition.  The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff.

Selection Process

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Pass/Fail): 

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, economics, engineering or closely related field AND one (1) year full-time paid verifiable property valuation experience; OR high school diploma or its equivalent AND five (5) years full-time paid verifiable property valuation experience; OR high school diploma or its equivalent AND five (5) years full-time paid verifiable engineering or surveying field experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as determined by the Human Resources Director.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.