Right Of Way Agent

Description

• Process information quickly, research and analyze data and develop solutions.
• Conduct title searches to determine property rights and assist the Office of General Counsel as needed with requests.
• Respond to, coordinate and resolve customer-initiated matters such as land use, crop damage claims, and status of existing distribution line facilities and interpretation of existing right of way agreements.
• Plan and manage workload and any contractors, including approvals as needed for the use of Right of Way Contractors, from the Supervisor – Right of Way.
• Determine property ownership through investigation of courthouse records, tax maps, field inspections or other means and assure compliance with state, county and local municipal laws and ordinances which regulate land use.
• Review and approve all right of way agreements secured by area distribution technicians prior to submittal to corporate files.
• Assist in all phases of major distribution projects and work directly with contracted engineering firms in support of construction schedules.
• Meet engineering and construction schedules by obtaining the necessary right of way in the time allotted.
• Determine the need for and acquire valid right of way for the construction, reconstruction, relocation, or improvement of electric distribution and communication facilities; and negotiate with property owners regarding job modifications and/or design changes.
• Provide right of way support to other departments as necessary.
• Identify properties and negotiate lease agreements for temporary lay down areas associated with large distribution projects.
• Secure access road agreements for distribution lines when required or when off right of way access is required.
• Facilitates acquisition and/or prepares and secures permits from government agencies and railroads.
• Support and participate in department initiatives and process improvements.
• Prepare clear and concise documentation of the right of way process including agreements, revisions and/or modifications to agreements; correspondence, special instructions, contact logs, memoranda, reports and formal right of way releases; notarization and recording of required agreements.
• Assure timely communications with various managers, engineers, line clearance inspectors, tree crews, foremen, developers, contactors, customers, and others regarding the status of all assigned projects. Ensure that job status is updated in all work management systems.
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Participate in storm restoration efforts as assigned in designated areas.
• Serve as liaison between property owners and the Company before, during and after completion of all assigned projects and is responsible for quick and efficient resolution of customer issues related to right of way.

Requirements

• Valid PA Driver's License
• Strong skills in public relations, negotiations, and leadership.
• Notary License Pennsylvania Notary Public appointment
• Working knowledge of real estate law, terminology; procedures; and practices as well as courthouse functions and practices.
• Ability to read and interpret legal documents relating to real estate and right of way transactions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications including SharePoint, GIS, work management tools, and related technologies that support Real Estate and Right of Way programs.
• Change management experience within Real Estate.
• Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, real estate or STEM disciplines and three (3) years of field experience in right of way, real estate, surveying, civil engineering and/or land management work; OR Associate's Degree in business, accounting, or STEM disciplines and five (5) years of field experience in right of way, real estate, surveying, civil engineering and/or land management work.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.8. Designation as SRWA through IRWA.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with both internal and external teams and work with a flexible approach with the ability to adapt to changing conditions and priorities.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance