Relocation Specialist (PAS4)

• Independently provides relocation assistance that is considered complex and non-complex in nature for both residential and non-residential displacements.
• Attend project meetings on-site, in the office, and virtually gain an understanding of project details and schedules.
• Perform on-site fieldwork, including project relocation needs assessment, personal occupancy survey interviews, comparable housing inspections, and on-site in-person notification delivery and advisory services.
• Prepare Relocation Assistance Plans.
• Assist displaced people with Advisory Services.
• Investigate and determine relocation eligibility based on in-person contacts and interviews.
• Prepare and deliver required notices.
• Calculating and explaining relocation entitlements.
• Present relocation entitlements to displaced persons.
• Inspect replacement housing for compliance with decent, safe, and sanitary standards and monitoring move activities.
• Assist displaced people in filing relocation assistance claims and processing claims for review, approval, and payment.
• Maintain, complete, and review all relocation activities and documents to ensure a final relocation file, complying with federal regulations and state law, is preserved on record.

Regulatory & Technical Expertise: Applies expert knowledge of federal relocation regulations (49 CFR Part 24), the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (as amended), and relevant RCW/WAC statutes to guide acquisition, condemnation, relocation, and property management activities.

Effectively leverages the WSDOT Right of Way Manual to ensure compliance and best practices.

Government Real Estate Expertise: Applies comprehensive knowledge of real estate services within a government agency context, including acquisition, title, relocation, condemnation, and eminent domain processes.

Demonstrates familiarity with landlord-tenant law and federal regulations, including the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (URA), ensuring compliant and effective project execution.

Systems & Professional Engagement: Utilizes WSDOT systems and internal processes (IRIS, ECM, SharePoint) effectively to manage information and workflows.

Actively participates in professional organizations such as IRWA, WLTA, and AASHTO to maintain expertise and stay current with industry standards.

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• Travel is an expectation of the position and may be required on a regular, sporadic, or as needed basis. Overnight travel will be necessary.
• 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 Collective Bargaining Agreements.

Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28 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 www.uscis.gov.

• 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 State Benefits for more information.

• 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.