Distribution Right of Way Supervisor

American Electric Power•Athens, OH

1d•$116,255 - $151,133

About The Position

The Distribution Right of Way (ROW) Supervisor reports to OPCo Management and advises management on policies and practices for acquiring land rights under AEP Distribution Easement Acquisition policy guidelines. The role supervises the development, execution, and completion of distribution right-of-way projects, along with the work of Right of Way Agents and Associates. It is responsible for acquiring the land and land rights needed for distribution projects within an OPCo territory, protecting AEP’s existing rights, and providing guidance to Districts and other AEP distribution departments as needed. The supervisor oversees preparation and retention of permanent files and records covering easements, right-of-way projects, easement releases, drawings, exhibits, section personnel records, correspondence, and other documents. The role also furnishes guidance on land-rights matters to other AEP Distribution business units when requested. This position supervises AEP and contract Right of Way personnel, establishes acquisition policies and procedures, oversees land-rights documentation and damage settlements, approves related expense vouchers, and supervises right-of-way maps and records. It supports safety practices and coordinates efforts with Distribution Engineering to acquire required distribution easements. The role requires travel throughout the OPCo territory. The stated compensation range is $116,255.00–$151,132.50.

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 a related area of work.
8 years of experience in right-of-way procurement, surveying, title research, or a related area of 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.
Physical demand level: Sedentary.

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 forms, other document forms, and public work projects.
Plan, organize, and supervise personnel and contractors involved in acquiring land rights for distribution projects.
Consult with or advise OPCo Management on hiring contractors to acquire land or land rights.
Supervise preparation of rights-of-entry documents, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, options to purchase, and other legal documents.
Ensure documents and forms used within the section, including those for distribution land rights owned by AEP, are acceptable to the AEP Legal Section.
Direct settlement of damages caused by construction, reconstruction, enlargement, maintenance, or removal on distribution projects.
Initiate or assist in preparing requisitions or work orders for right-of-way projects.
Approve vouchers for expenses related to acquiring land rights, including contractual obligations, damage claim settlements, attorney fees, outside appraisal services, and employee expense accounts.
Supervise assembly, preparation, maintenance, and revision of right-of-way maps and records.
Promote, support, and enforce safety practices under AEP programs to safeguard employees, the public, and AEP equipment.
Promote, support, and oversee efforts to acquire distribution easements in conjunction with Distribution Engineering organizations.
Advise OPCo Management on policies and practices for land-rights acquisition consistent with AEP policy guidelines.
Supervise the development, execution, and completion of distribution right-of-way projects and the activities of Right of Way Agents and Associates.
Maintain permanent files and records for easements, project activities, releases, drawings, exhibits, personnel records, correspondence, and related documents.
Provide land-rights guidance to other AEP Distribution business units when requested and functional guidance to Districts and other AEP distribution departments as needed.
Travel throughout the entire OPCo territory.