Distribution Right of Way Supervisor
About The Position
The Distribution Right of Way Supervisor reports to OPCo Management and advises on policies and practices for acquiring land rights in accordance with AEP Distribution Easement Acquisition policy guidelines. The role supervises the development, execution, and completion of distribution right of way projects and the work of Right of Way Agents and Associates. It oversees permanent records and files concerning easements, project activities, easement releases, drawings, exhibits, personnel records, correspondence, and other documents. The supervisor is responsible for acquiring land and land rights needed for AEP distribution projects within an OPCo territory, protecting AEP’s existing rights, and providing guidance on land rights to other AEP Distribution business units and Districts as needed. The position also coordinates easement acquisition with Distribution Engineering organizations and oversees AEP and contract personnel involved in securing land rights.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in business, paralegal, real estate, engineering, or a related field; alternatively, a high school diploma and 2 years of experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research, or related work.
- 8 years of experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research, or related work, in addition to any experience listed under Education.
- Driver license.
- Notary Commission.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Mastery of distribution electronic mapping and easement imaging systems.
- Strong computer skills.
- Must keep abreast of acquisition techniques.
- Travel throughout the entire OPCo territory.
- Sedentary physical demand level.
Responsibilities
- Supervise AEP and contract Right of Way personnel assigned to secure land and land rights.
- Formulate policies and procedures governing land-rights acquisition, easement and other document forms, and public work projects.
- Plan, organize, and supervise personnel and contractors involved in acquiring land rights for distribution projects; advise OPCo Management on hiring contractors.
- Supervise preparation of rights-of-entry documents, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, purchase options, and other legal documents, ensuring forms are acceptable to the AEP Legal Section.
- Direct settlement of damages resulting from construction, reconstruction, enlargement, maintenance, or removal work on distribution projects.
- Initiate or assist with requisitions and work orders for right of way projects.
- Approve vouchers for expenses incurred in acquiring land rights, including contractual payments, damage settlements, attorney fees, outside appraisal services, and employee expenses.
- Supervise assembly, preparation, maintenance, and revision of right of way maps and records.
- Promote, support, and enforce AEP safety practices to safeguard employees, the public, and AEP equipment.
- Promote, support, and oversee acquisition of distribution easements in coordination with Distribution Engineering organizations.
- Oversee right of way project development, execution, completion, and related permanent files and records.
- Protect AEP’s existing land rights and provide land-rights guidance to other AEP Distribution units and Districts as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
