Land Analyst, Fee Acquisitions 1, 2, Senior
About The Position
Under minimal supervision, the Land Analyst analyzes, plans, acquires, manages, and disposes of land and land rights for construction and protection of SRP water, power, and support facilities, as well as other real-property interests. The role recommends and implements actions to maximize the return on SRP’s investment through economical management of land and facilities, and may lead projects as required. The position may be filled at Associate, Journey, or Senior level, based on relevant education, experience, or a combination demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and competencies. A bachelor’s degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred. Advancement within the role depends on performance, mastery of responsibilities, time in position, and supervisor assessment. SRP offers a hybrid workplace for eligible jobs, allowing employees with sufficient technical capability to telework up to three days per week. Employees must live and work in Arizona. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States; SRP does not sponsor H1B, OPT, or other employment-related visas. Employment is subject to SRP’s pre-employment drug/alcohol policy.
Requirements
- Relevant experience, education, or a combination of both demonstrating the required knowledge, skills, and competencies.
- Associate level: In lieu of a degree, 4 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 4 years, may be considered.
- Journey level: At least 2 years of relevant experience; in lieu of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 6 years, may be considered.
- Senior level: At least 5 years of relevant experience; in lieu of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 9 years, may be considered.
- Must live and work in Arizona.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Candidates may be disqualified if impaired during the hiring process or if a pre-employment drug/alcohol test detects an illegal drug or unauthorized substance.
Nice To Haves
- A bachelor’s degree relevant to the assignment from an accredited institution is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Negotiate with public and private landowners, attorneys, and business executives to acquire, manage, and dispose of land rights.
- Negotiate major leases, sales, contracts, and other agreements for economical management of real-property interests.
- Work with legal counsel on condemnation litigation, land disputes, and legal problem resolution, and provide expert court testimony.
- Coordinate with planning, engineering, environmental, and legal teams to plan, estimate, and acquire appropriate routes and sites for state siting approval.
- Analyze and prepare legal documents and property descriptions using land records and surveys for acquisition, management, and disposal of land rights.
- Develop and present recommendations on land agreements, condemnations, and route or site selections to executive management and the SRP board.
- Conduct feasibility and market studies, analyses, and property appraisals to maximize economic benefit.
- Represent SRP at hearings before city councils, corporate zoning commissions, and other state and federal governmental bodies.
- Analyze complex engineering and land-use plans related to acquisition, management, and disposition of land rights.
- Supervise special projects.
- Address encroachments on SRP property through legal action and settle claims for land or improvement construction damage.
- Analyze and recommend how proposed uses of SRP land rights should be handled to ensure efficient and economical use.
- Analyze and act on local, state, and federal statutes and regulations affecting land rights and property management.
Benefits
- Pension plan at no cost to the employee.
- 401(k) plan with employer matching.
- Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance available from the first day.
- Over 200 hours of paid time off, including vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave.
- Parental leave of up to 4 weeks and adoption assistance.
- Wellness programs, including access to a recreation and fitness facility.
- Short- and long-term disability plans.
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate programs.
- Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking.
- Competitive pay and performance incentives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
