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Hiring Agency:
Transportation - Agency 27
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate:
$30.503
Job Posting:
JR2026-00030491 Right-of-Way Negotiations & Relocations Chief (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
11-28-2026
Job Description:
Are you a strong leader who enjoys developing people, solving complex problems, and helping deliver critical transportation projects? Join the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT)’s Right-of-Way Division as the Negotiations & Relocations Chief, where you will lead a team responsible for property acquisition negotiations and relocation assistance. In this role, you’ll shape program policies and practices, build staff expertise, ensure compliance with federal and state requirements, and collaborate across the Department to keep projects moving forward. Your leadership will help protect the rights of property owners while supporting the delivery of Nebraska’s transportation program.
We reward our employees' hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates
• Free parking
Pay range is $30.503 - $45.755 per hour. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.
JOB DUTIES
Direct and supervise the Negotiation and Relocation Assistance Section, ensuring effective administration of right-of-way acquisition negotiations and relocation assistance activities in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and Department policies.
Train, develop, and motivate staff and Right-of-Way Agents assigned to negotiation and relocation assistance functions to build technical expertise, promote professional development, and maintain consistent application of program requirements.
Develop, revise, implement, and maintain policies, procedures, and guidelines to promote consistent, efficient, and compliant program administration.
Evaluate employees and section performance against established standards, production goals, and program objectives; identify opportunities for improvement and implement appropriate corrective actions.
Establish and monitor quality-control practices to ensure negotiation and relocation activities meet applicable requirements, follow established procedures, and maintain consistent standards of quality and compliance.
Develop, negotiate, and administer consultant agreements, contracts, and specifications related to negotiation and relocation assistance services.
Monitor and evaluate consultant performance and work products for quality, accuracy, and compliance with contractual requirements; approve invoices for payment.
Plan, organize, assign, and coordinate section activities; establish priorities, manage workloads, and ensure established goals, performance expectations, and deadlines are met.
Coordinate with other Right-of-Way functions, Department divisions, consultants, and project teams to resolve acquisition and relocation issues, manage competing priorities, and support project delivery schedules.
Oversee the right-of-way activities of the local…