Description

In this position, you will assist in the preparation of legal descriptions for the acquisition and disposition of real property interests for all projects under the jurisdiction of the Department of Transportation; review maps and plats with reference to legal descriptions needs; serve as a technical advisor to other staff in the districts and other throughout the department; and provide accurate, precise descriptions that support the Department’s Program Delivery schedule.

Why MnDOT?

We offer excellent employee benefits, such as low-cost health and dental insurance, and affordable dependent coverage. Other benefits include:

• 12 paid holidays per year
• Earn up to 29 paid vacation days a year
• Earn 13 days paid sick time
• Defined pension plan
• Paid life insurance
• Paid parental leave available
• Some telework may be available
• And more!

How to Apply:

Please Apply Online by 4/14/2026:

Go to www.mn.gov/careers
Click “Search open positions”
Enter the Job Opening ID “93248” in the Keywords search box and click “>>”
Click on the Job Title to view the job posting
Click “Apply for Job”
When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: Professional Organization/Association - COMTO

Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.

Contact for Additional Information:

Laura Saari, MnDOT Recruitment Specialist

Laura.Saari@state.mn.us

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four years of experience performing right-of-way or related activities. OR
• Three years of experience performing right of way or related activities, PLUS a combination of one year of related experience in surveys, design, road maintenance, materials/soils, permits, etc.

AND

• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak, and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and maintain routine written logs and simple records.

Please note: 

.01A

 two-year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four-year degrees: Architectural, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. For education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience, you must submit a copy of your transcripts.