Relocation Assistance Unit Manager

Under the general direction of the California High-Speed Rail Authority's (Authority) Principal Right of Way Agent, the Supervising Right of Way (ROW) Agent provides state-wide project coordination, technical assistance, and guidance for all matters concerning one or more functional areas, with an emphasis on relocation assistance. The Supervising ROW Agent establishes objectives and standards for all participants carrying out property acquisition, including managing the consistent application of procedures that support the program's goals and standards. The incumbent shall ensure that all activities of Real Property are conducted consistently throughout the state and shall strive for these activities to be perceived by the public and stakeholders as being conducted fairly and reasonably.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement .

Working Conditions
Part time telework, up to three days per week, is available based on the requirements of the position for California residents and may be discussed during the interview process. Hiring interviews may be available virtually, using teleconferencing or video conferencing options.

This position occasionally travels statewide to other Authority sites.

While working on site, the incumbent works in a professional office environment, in a climate-controlled cubicle which may fluctuate in temperature and is under artificial light. Incumbent will be required to use a computer, mouse, and video display terminal and will be required to sit for long periods of time at a computer screen. Employee must be able to focus for long periods of time, multi-task, adapt to changes in priorities and complete tasks or projects with short notice. Employees may be required to travel outside of their workstation to perform general tasks.

Minimum Requirements You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• SUPERVISING RIGHT OF WAY AGENT

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details Job Code #:
JC-448869

Position #(s):
311-670-4961-005

Working Title:
Relocation Assistance Unit Manager

Classification:
SUPERVISING RIGHT OF WAY AGENT $10,244.00 - $11,632.00
Candidates who are new to California state service will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification. For classifications with alternate ranges, range placement is based on education/experience.

# of Positions:
1

Work Location:
Sacramento County

Telework:
Hybrid

Job Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Department Information Are you looking for a different type of state government job? Something with a little more excitement and a more fast-paced and fluid environment? How about an opportunity to be part of one of the most remarkable transportation projects in California's history? The California High-Speed Rail Authority is a small and dynamic state agency that is looking for employees who are interested in a challenging and rewarding job opportunity.

Please let us know how you heard about our position by taking this brief survey. Completing this survey is not required to be considered for this vacancy. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HCM6SCC

Department Website: https://hsr.ca.gov/jobs/

Special Requirements

A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required and must be included. An SOQ is a narrative that describes your qualifications for this position. The SOQ must be no more than two (2) pages, single-spaced, with one-inch margins, in 12-point font, organized and numbered as reflected below. You must respond to all the following items.

Describe how your knowledge, skills, and abilities make you the most qualified candidate for this position, including your knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and policies of federal, state, and local agencies, as well as federal and state legislation pertaining to the above duties.

What process(es) have you used to ensure your program has achieved its objectives and successfully contributed to the organization's strategic goals?

Describe how you have established effective working relationships with others, both internal and external to the organization, in order to accomplish the organization's strategic goals and objectives.

Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered. Cover Letter, Resume, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. For assistance in completing the SOQ, please reach out to the Human Resources contact below.

Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 9/19/2024
Who May Apply
Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply
Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

CA High Speed Rail Authority
Attn: Human Resources
770 L Street, Suite 620, MS 4

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

CA High Speed Rail Authority
Human Resources
770 L Street, Suite 620, MS 4

Sacramento , CA 95814

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - A Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required to apply. Please see above "Special Requirements" section for SOQ instructions.
  
  Applications received without the SOQ will not be considered. Cover Letter, Resume, and other materials do not take the place of the SOQ. For assistance in completing the SOQ, please reach out to the Human Resources contact below.
  
  

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

A broad base of successful experience in one or more functional areas for which they will be responsible, including but not limited to one or more of the following, with emphasis on acquisition and relocation assistance:

• Thorough knowledge and demonstrated abilities in leading and managing large and complex transportation right-of-way and other similarly challenging property acquisitions.
• Working knowledge and familiarity with the Uniform Relocation Assistance federal relief program.
• A broad and thorough knowledge of and aptitude for real estate negotiation and appraisal work.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and policies of federal, state, and local agencies, as well as federal and state legislation pertaining to the above duties.
• Effective and persuasive communicator, both orally and in writing, to all levels of officials and the public, including property owners, for acquiring rights of way and purchasers of state-owned real and personal property.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to achieve positive results.
• Personal characteristics that include a commitment to teamwork and a collaborative attitude.
• Excellent management skills to direct an experienced professional staff.
• Ability to maintain good communication skills and working relationships with management, other Offices, Districts, federal and State Agencies, local agencies, private sector contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, and their associations.
• Knowledge of State requirements in the procurement of third-party agreements and Right of Way procurement processes.
• Experience with personnel supervision.
• Experience organizing workload and planning, organizing, directing, and making decisions.
• Experience in leading change and/or process improvements.
• Experience in developing and maintaining stakeholder relationships.
• Experience with contract management.
• Experience developing policies and procedures.

Benefits
The State of California offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, vision, dental, a retirement pension, a telework stipend if applicable, and an array of other options.
Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.
Department Website: https://hsr.ca.gov/jobs/
Human Resources Contact:
Human Resources
(916) 669-6606
HumanResources@hsr.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:
EEO Office
(916) 324-1541
eeo@hsr.ca.gov
California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTION
The STD. 678 is required and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. Please do not include your Social Security Number, date of birth, veteran status, personal photos, LEAP information, or any other personally identifying information on any documents in your application package.

Using the online application system as specified in the announcement is the preferred method of applying for civil service job opportunities; however, applicants may instead apply by way of U.S. mail, parcel delivery or courier service, or in person, as set forth in this announcement. Dates printed on envelopes by mobile barcodes or equivalent mobile print technology are not acceptable proof of the date the application and any other required documents or materials were filed.

If applying via postal mail or by dropping off your application, applicants must include JC-448869 and Supervising Right of Way Agent, 311-670-4961-005 in the 'Job Title' section of the STD. 678 to be considered for this position. Please indicate on the STD 678 your basis of eligibility in the "Explanations" field (i.e. SROA, surplus, reemployment, reinstatement, transfer, or list eligible.)

Surplus/SROA candidates must provide a copy of their surplus/SROA letter with their application. Consideration may be given to applicants on another Department's employment list, provided the criteria are met to transfer the eligibility from the employment list to the Authority's employment list. The High-Speed Rail Authority does not currently offer Training and Development opportunities at this time.

NOTE: To be considered for this job opportunity, applicants must be reachable on an employment list, have transfer eligibility, or have reinstatement eligibility. If you are new to California State service and you do not have list eligibility, you must take the exam for this classification. To gain employment list eligibility, please click here to access the exam bulletin.

LOCATION

The High-Speed Rail Authority headquarters building is located in downtown Sacramento on the corner of 8th and L Street. We are located one block away from the 8th and Capitol light rail stop, as well as the 7th and Capitol light rail stop. The building is also within walking distance of DOCO, the California State Capitol Park, a farmer's market during summer months, and Old Sacramento.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.