Right of Way Agent

Basic Purpose
Identifies, negotiates, acquires and manages property rights for the construction, operation and maintenance of company facilities. Provides technical real estate support to company departments and functions. Provides technical real estate support and training to Associate Right of Way Agents and
Right of Way Agents 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Identifies, negotiates, acquires, and manages property rights for the construction, operation and maintenance of all company facilities. 
• Completes the acquisition of any necessary fee title, easements, rights of way, licenses, and permits for federal, state, and local lands.
• Prepares recommendations of strategy and solution on complex land use and property rights for management decision.
• Negotiates cost-effective terms, conditions and fees.
• Mentors and assists other agents in acquisition, negotiation, and land use processes.
• Reviews private development plans in conjunction with community planning agencies and company departments. 
• Actively enforces easement rights against trespass. 
• Maintains accurate land records and files to ensure compliance with established corporate policies and procedures. 
• Responds to difficult inquiries in an expeditious and professional manner. 
• Researches and prepares complex reports and exhibits derived from city, county, state, federal and other title records. 
• Coordinates with team members to prepare and present company projects for approval or review before private and public groups and agencies.
• Represents the company at depositions during legal proceedings as needed. 
• Ensures all compliance aspects of position are known and followed; understands and complies with all policies, codes and regulations applicable to position and company.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Essential Education, Skills, and Environment
Education and Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school in a related field and 5 years of experience in the negotiation, acquisition, and management of real property rights. Senior Right of Way (SRWA) designation with the International Right of Way Association required  

Candidates that do not possess a bachelor’s degree and/or Senior Right of Way (SRWA) designation with the International Right of Way Association must have 9 years of experience in the negotiation, acquisition, and management of real property rights.

Must obtain a Nevada Public Notary Commission within six months of employment.  

Specialized Knowledge and Skills
Excellent organization and communication skills.  Extensive, demonstrated knowledge of all aspects of right of way acquisition, negotiation, policies, procedures and established practices.  Knowledge of real estate practice and principles.  Ability to complete difficult or complicated assignments with little no supervision.

Equipment and Applications
PCs, word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and database software

Work Environment and Physical Demands
General office environment.  Ability to navigate uneven terrain. Some travel may be required.

NOTE:
Depending on qualifications of applicants, this position may be filled at a lower level than that which is posted such as Right of Way Agent and Associate Right of Way Agent.