Job Description

What drives you?

At MnDOT, we are driven to find talented, innovative employees for Minnesota\xe2\x80\x99s nationally recognized transportation system. We work to build the best team in the transportation industry to ensure that Minnesota thrives with a safe, sustainable and leading edge transportation system. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of experts, each driven by challenging work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you are doing and be able to see the benefit you are providing to the citizens of Minnesota. You can set your sights high and use your strengths to grow within the organization. MnDOT offers superior health and retirement benefits as well as a solid commitment to work-life balance, which provides you the tools to thrive both at work and outside of work.

Job Details

Working Title: Real Estate Associate
Job Class: Real Estate Associate
Agency: Transportation Dept

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/13/2023
• Closing Date: 11/27/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE
• Division/Unit: District 3A - Brainerd / Right of Way Baxter
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes, occasional travel may be necessary up to 25% within local area
• Salary Range: $24.92 - $35.13 / hourly; $52,032 - $73,351 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: Yes, This position is located at Baxter HQ. This position will have the flexibility to telework part time (hybrid schedule) or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to complete a telework agreement. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office part time.
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you\xe2\x80\x99ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

Job Summary

• The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This position will learn and apply technical skills in the areas of conducting market data research, performing field title interviews, writing minimum damage acquisition/appraisal reports, and performing relocation, property management and direct purchase tasks for District 3 MnDOT Right of Way.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of experience in the Real Estate Field which includes such aspects as: appraisal, direct purchase and relocation process and procedures, real estate law, eminent Domain, land and/or building sales, titles, and closing sufficient to estimate value or damanges, prepare appraisal reports, legal documents, replacement housing supplements, relocation conclusions and direct purchase packages.
  • Note: A bachelor\'s degree in the field of real estate, business, economics or related may substitute for one year of experience.
• Must possess a valid Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License.
• Notary Public, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of a Real Estate License
• Current Notary Public
• Possession of Minnesota Real Estate Appraisal License

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS: **Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check** It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check
• Criminal History Check
• Employment Reference Check
• Education/License Verification
• Driver\'s License Check

Application Details

How to Apply

Select \xe2\x80\x9cApply for Job\xe2\x80\x9d at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers. If you have questions about the position, contact Collette Skroch at collette.skroch@state.mn.us or 218-232-0542. To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Collette Skroch at collette.skroch@state.mn.us.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota. A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency\xe2\x80\x99s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Minnesota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer. We are committed to providing culturally responsive services to all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance you need. Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us; or by calling Janet Miller at 651/366-4720; or using MN Relay 711. The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html.