Working Title: Transportation Specialist - Legal Descriptions Job Class: Transportation Specialist Agency: Transportation Department Job ID: 97896
Location: St.

Paul
Telework Eligible: Yes
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 10/26/2026
Closing Date: 11/09/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME
Division/Unit: Engineering Services Div / LM Legal Descriptions
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required: No
Salary Range: $28.65 - $39.07 / hourly; $59,821 - $81,578 / annually
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
Work Area: Land Management
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans.

The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position is located at Central Office in St.

Paul and may have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office.

The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor.

The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

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, accurate descriptions that support the Department’s Program Delivery schedule.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students.

Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

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.

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.

Note: A 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.

Preferred Qualifications Previous MnDOT experience working as a Laborer, Transportation Associate or Transportation Generalist with documented satisfactory performance.

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