Outside Plant Right of Way (ROW) Agent

Ziply Fiber

3d•$68,000 - $105,000•Remote

About The Position

Ziply Fiber is a local internet service provider dedicated to elevating the connected lives of the communities we serve. We offer the fastest home internet in the nation, a refreshingly great customer experience, and affordable plans that put customers in charge. As our state-of-the-art fiber network expands, so does our need for team members who can help us grow and realize our goals. Our Company Values: Genuinely Caring: We treat customers and colleagues like neighbors, with empathy and full attention. Empowering You: We help customers choose what is best for them, and we support employees in implementing new ideas and solutions. Innovation and Improvement: We constantly seek ways to improve how we serve customers and each other. Earning Your Trust: We build trust through clear, honest, human communication.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in real estate, project management, business, law, engineering, environmental science, geographic information systems, or a similar relevant field.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience managing easements and acquisition in the telecom, wireless, or power infrastructure industry.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience with the legal processes and requirements related to land rights.
Ability to read, write and plot legal descriptions, including metes and bounds descriptions.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in real estate negotiations, appraisal, land acquisition, title research, landowner relations, contract negotiation or utility infrastructure project coordination.
Utilities distribution network (Telecom, Wireless, or Power) experience.
A broad network understanding of telecom, power, or cellular networks.
GIS experience with platforms such as ARC GIS or QGIS.
Understanding of CAD based drawing systems.
Understand LEAN concepts.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and satisfactory driving record.
Must complete a pre-employment drug screening.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US for any employer. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

IRWA Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Negotiate easement acquisitions and land rights on behalf of Ziply Fiber.
Handle acquisition of land rights or obtain proof of land rights for construction of fiber facilities.
Determine optimal solutions using either public right of way and/or private easements.
Partner with Federal, State, and local government entities to establish & obtain ROW Agreements / Permits.
Review, interpret, and order public title reports and easement records.
Effectively manage and maintain Ziply fiber easement records.
Oversee & request surveys, appraisals, environmental, archeological, and other real estate assessments.
Coordinate activities between Ziply Fiber or its agents with the landowners.
Respond to landowner concerns and foster healthy relationships.
Partner effectively with business partners as well as internal teams.
Manage and partner with Ziply Fiber agents and approved vendors.
Resolve disputes over property rights and boundaries for existing network as required.
Coordinate build activities as required specifically to negotiated easement agreements.
Develop processes to support LEAN process approaches to solve problems.
Develop project costing and support business case development.
Performs other duties as required to support the business and evolving organization.