AOT Property Management Specialist

State of Vermont
life insurance, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Vermont, Barre
Jun 19, 2025
Overview We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced professional to join our Rail Bureau at the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans). This role involves administrative, technical, and supervisory responsibilities related to the management, leasing, acquisition, and disposition of state-owned rail properties. Key Responsibilities: Plan, organize, and coordinate the purchase, sale, or lease of state-owned properties and facilities. Negotiate terms and prepare lease agreements, easements, deeds, and other legal documents. Work with agency staff to ensure property documentation complies with statutory requirements and is properly recorded. Maximize state revenues through fair market pricing, payment tracking, collections, and compliance enforcement. Conduct title searches and provide support to municipalities on rail-related matters. Perform regular field inspections to monitor compliance with lease agreements and state regulations. Investigate illegal encroachments and respond to inquiries from municipalities, other states, and the agency's legal team. Collaborate with operating railroads to address trespassing, encampments, and right-of-way encroachments. Review plans, survey maps, and related real property documents. Carry out additional related duties as assigned. Preferred qualifications include experience in railroad property management and operations; knowledge of real estate concepts, leasing, rentals, and property enforcement; and familiarity with title searching and municipal functions. Proficiency in computer data entry, electronic filing systems, and interpreting survey plots and engineering designs is also desirable. A real estate license is helpful but not required. Who May Apply This position, AOT Property Management Specialist (Job Requisition #52795), is open to all State employees and external applicants. If you would like more information about this position, please contact Mark FitzGerald at mark.fitzgerald@vermont.gov. Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered. Environmental Factors Work is generally performed in both office and field settings and involves significant interaction with property owners and local officials. Assignments will require travel throughout the State. Field inspections will entail extensive walking or hiking on rough, uneven or wooded terrains, rail roadbeds and climbing up and down embankments during all weather conditions. Some evening or overtime work may be anticipated. Private means of transportation is required. Property negotiations may evoke strong adversarial opinions. Minimum Qualifications Two (2) or more years of experience in real estate, property management, land use or transportation planning, or related field. Preferred Qualifications Associate's degree or higher in business, engineering, or related field. Experience negotiating purchases, leases, and other agreements. Supervisory experience. Special Requirements A current valid driver's license. Total Compensation As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including: 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI) Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan Tuition Reimbursement Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts Low cost group life insurance Incentive-based Wellness Program Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website. Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.