Requisition No: 874378
Agency: Department of Transportation
Working Title: DEPUTY RIGHT OF WAY MANAGER-PRODUCTION - 55000079
Pay Plan: SES
Position Number: 55000079
Salary: $93,540.02 - $121,051.79
Posting Closing Date: 05/07/2026
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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION
155 / Right of Way
OPEN COMPETITIVE
SELECTED EXEMPT SERVICE
FULL-TIME
CONTACT PERSON: Greg Bohde
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: 863-519-2434
CONTACT EMAIL ADDRESS: Gregory.bohde@dot.state.fl.us
HIRING SALARY: $4,233.27-biweekly / $110,065.02-annual
Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.
To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.
Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Our Mission
The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.
Our Vision
As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.
The Work You Will Do:
Deputy Right of Way Manager-Production
This position will contribute to the agency by overseeing and managing the functional areas of Right of Way. The person in this role will ensure compliance with Right of Way policies, procedures and statutes while providing essential technical support to both internal and external stakeholders. This position will also assist in monitoring, training, and assisting local governments on LAP projects when federal funds ae used. They will serve as the Department’s client representative at mediations as well as serve as a backup to the Right of Way Manager in day-to-day duties. Most importantly this position ensures that parcels are acquired in a timely manner so Projects can be certified for construction.
The Difference You Will Make:
Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.
How You Will Grow:
FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.
Where You Will Work:
FDOT District One Right of Way
801 North Broadway Ave.
Bartow, Florida 33830
Annual Salary Range:
$4,233.27 -biweekly / $110,065.02 - annual
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Supervise employees; plan, organize, coordinate, and schedule assigned work for employees. Participate in applicant selection and hiring process. Provide employee orientation and training and prepare employee performance evaluations. Recruit and select applicants. Manage Production Program.
Serve as the Department’s client representative. Assist the District Title VI Coordinator in monitoring and reporting the Department's compliance with Title VI and related statutes.
Develop, implement and ensure a Quality Control Program. Assist the Right of Way Manager in developing and implementing policies and procedures. Ensure conformance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Authorize the execution of Right of Way certifications. Review and approve invoices.
Monitor, train and assist local governments. Respond to public records requests and related inquiries.
Represent Right of Way at public meetings/hearings and workshops, and similar forums
The Successful Candidate will have the following required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Skills in:
Ability to:
Other Job-Related Requirements:
This position is responsible for adhering to the provisions and requirements of Section 215.422, F.S. related State Comptroller's rules and Department of Transportation's invoice processing and warrant distribution procedures. Employee will be required to be responsive to emergency situations within a very short timeframe and serve in the Transportation Emergency Management Team
The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
For additional benefit information available to State of Florida employees, visit:https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION VALUES AND SUPPORTS EMPLOYMENT OF INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation’s Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities may be provided. Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Join Florida’s talented workforce to fulfill your professional goals and achieve a meaningful career. Our talented public servants work hard to serve more than 19 million residents across Florida, and you, too, can realize success in the Sunshine State.
Working in Florida’s state government means being responsive to the issues impacting the taxpayers of our state. Florida’s state government boasts both fast-paced work environments in which critical thinking and creative problem-solving are a must as well as steady employment opportunities that prize consistent service to our state’s residents. In some positions, state employment means being able to influence policy decisions and help implement change. In others, state employment means being the reliable resource that our taxpayers have come to expect from Florida’s public servants. All positions offer the ability to gain valuable experience quickly, improving your overall skillset. The State of Florida is seeking individuals with leadership skills, creativity and dedication to their fellow Floridians and individuals who recognize the professional development opportunities and achievements possible through state service.
Florida boasts the third largest population in the country and is richly diverse in both population and landscape. With an award-winning park system, warm weather and beautiful bodies of water, Florida is the perfect environment for recreational activities and outdoor enthusiasts. Our favorable tax climate means your income goes further and our business-friendly policies foster private sector growth. Joining Florida’s talented, diverse workforce provides the opportunity to achieve your professional goals while living in a state that values quality of life, culture and recreation. For employment opportunities with the State of Florida, visit https://jobs.myflorida.com.
