City and County of Denver

Right of Way Inspector I

Denver Full time

About Our Job

With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver.

What We Offer

The City and County of Denver offers competitive pay commensurate with education and experience.  Although the full pay range is posted, the target hiring range is $25.30- $29.00. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but are not limited to:

  • A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service

  • 457B Retirement Plan

  • 140 hours of PTO earned within first year + 12 paid holidays, 1 personal holiday, 1 Wellness Day and 1 volunteer day per year

  • Competitive medical, dental and vision plans effective within 1 month of start date

Location & Schedule

In this position you can expect to work Monday-Friday in the field and at the Wastewater Building (2000 W 3rd Ave).

Who We Are & What You’ll Do

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), through its employees, enhances the quality of life in Denver by efficiently delivering effective, high quality, safe and equitable public infrastructure, and services.

For more information, please visit the DOTI website.

DOTI’s Commitment to Equity:

  • DOTI is committed to providing attention and resources to the areas, assets, and people of the city with the greatest need through equitable contracting, equitable investments, and equitable workforce development.

  • DOTI’s culture revolves around four key principles: (1) Invest in Our People, (2) Operate with Discipline, (3) Use Data to Drive Decisions, and (4) Deliver Results.

Right of Way Services (ROWS) regulates activities associated with private development and use of the City’s Right-of-Way. It develops plans for regulatory compliance for mobility and construction permitting, project inspections, and land surveys that facilitate safe access for both vehicular traffic and pedestrians.

Specifically as  Right of Way Inspector I you will:

  • Receive on-the-job-training to ensure that all infrastructure and constructs are within the City & County of Denver’s right-of-way standards and specifications

  • Issue permits, conduct field inspections, and ensure proper documentation of inspections

  • Address concerns and questions related to issues within the Right of Way

  • Coordinate and communicate with multiple agencies for all construction activities in the public right of way

  • Check contractors licensing for type and eligibility for requested work prior to processing permits. Review Transportation Engineering Plan and ensures the accuracy of the permit relative to the plans and Traffic Control Plan(s)

  • Review all traffic control plans for compliance according to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).  Advise contractors on any corrections to plans

  • Receive training from ROW Inspectors II and III, and Supervisor on all small residential and routine projects that require field modifications, onsite meetings, and certificate of occupancy, as well as guidance with more difficult and complex projects and inspections for successful build and close out

What You’ll Bring

Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:

  • Strong time management and prioritization skills to meet multiple deadlines

  • Experience with MS Office

  • Ability to deescalate and provide solutions and answers in a timely manner

  • Attention to detail with documentation and communication (written/verbal/electronic)

  • Strong math skills and general construction knowledge

  • Desire to work with a team to grow with the Right of Way Inspectors

  • Ability to work independently in inclement weather

Required Minimum Qualifications

  • Education: Graduate from high school or possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate

  • Experience: Two (2) years of experience in the construction field or two (2) years of experience explaining policies, procedures, statutes, rules, and regulations and relating them to specific situations such as working with customers to pull right of way construction permits, etc.

  •  Education and Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education. Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements

  • License/Certification: This job requires driving. Requires a valid Driver's License at the time of application. Requires Traffic Control Technician certification by ATSSA or equivalent agency (approved by Manager) within one year of hire. Requires Traffic Control Supervisor certification by ATSSA or equivalent agency (approved by Manager) within two years of hire. Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment

Required Minimum Qualifications

This position is expected to stay open until May 6th Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than May 6th at 11:59 PM

About Everything Else

Job Profile

CN3273 Right of Way Inspector I

To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.

Position Type

Unlimited

Position Salary Range

$25.30 - $37.96

Target Pay

$25.30- $29.00

Agency

Dept of Transportation & Infrastructure

Redeployment during Citywide Emergencies

City and County of Denver employees may be re-deployed to work in other capacities in their own agencies or in other city agencies to support core functions of the city during a citywide emergency declared by the Mayor.

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law. 

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