Intellectual Property Legal Assistant Jobs in Reno, NV

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE*** Job Summary The Nevada Department of Transportation Right-Of-Way Division is recruiting for a Right-Of-Way Agent 2 in Carson City, NV. The position acquires and manages property rights for highway purposes in compliance with State and Federal regulations and the Uniform Act.

Coordinates with utility and railroad operators, negotiates with property owners, and prepare acquisition and property management agreements. ** Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa

Please note that this position is on-site and does not offer remote work options. The Job Duties section listed in this announcement reflects the Statewide Class Specifications for all positions and does not fully correlate with the specific duties of this position. ** Right-of-Way Agents appraise, acquire, relocate, clear, and manage real property for the State and as requested, its political subdivisions.

Essential Qualifications One or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties and graduation from high school or equivalent education. Job Duties Set the economic rent for leases, licenses and rental properties. Negotiate agreements with property owners to acquire various interests in real property.

Review data accuracy and prepare necessary documents. Engage with property owners and other members of the public to address program related issues. Participate in eminent domain actions.

Provide relocation assistance and services to individuals, businesses, farms, public agencies, and non-profit organizations. Manage acquired properties, inspect and verify inventories, compute values, arrange for maintenance and repairs, and write rental agreements, leases, licenses, and process evictions. Participate in the disposal activities of excess properties.

Conduct research in a variety of areas, gather and compile information into reports, and respond to inquiries from property owners, attorneys, and others. Coordinate the relocation and adjustment of affected utilities and railroads. Review and interpret contracts and plans, identify utility types and locations, and ensure inclusion in construction plans.

Verify ownership, and research and determine prior rights and access rights to right-of-way. Verify cost estimates, coordinate relocation agreements, ensure construction plans and work are completed on schedule, verify billings, and process invoices for payment. Participate in the control of outdoor advertising and junkyards along designated highways.

Assist and provide guidance to less experienced agents, other department staff, and public and private entities for various projects. Perform related duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive.

Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level. Knowledge of: Applicable federal and State laws, regulations, and agency policies and procedures; applicable technical and legal terminology, documents, and descriptions; property rights and transfer of property. Applicable engineering principles and practices; appraisal and/or property management methods, principles, and practices; real property negotiation techniques; title search practices; land use planning and zoning; highway construction techniques regarding soil conditions and terrain.

Estimating relocation costs; various types of materials used in the utilities industry; railroad operations and safety issues regarding signal locations and crossings. Acquisition principles as related to eminent domain. Ability to: Plot and locate parcels; make presentations; conduct negotiations with groups or individuals.

Gather and analyze market data; read and interpret plans, maps, and drawings; read, interpret, and explain engineering, construction, and utility design plans, profiles, cross sections, and other technical data. Conduct title searches; identify and locate various types of public and private utilities and railroad installations. Recruiter Contact Information: Kristen Burke - kburke@dot.nv.gov The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them

All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.