Right of Way Agent

CONTRACT LAND STAFF LLC•Albuquerque, NM

16d•$27 - $29

About The Position

The Right of Way Agent is an entry level position within the series of ROW agents. Under the close supervision of a Division Manager, Program Manager, or more senior Right of Way Agent, receives formal and rotational on-the-job training in the major functional areas of appraisals, acquisitions, relocation assistance, utility relocation and property management. In addition, Agents perform routine administrative office and field duties. Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. Essential Functions and Requirements: Obtains fee titles, easements, permits, agreements, etc. for utility, public and private projects on behalf of Tierra’s clients, including negotiations with property owners and owner representatives for successful acquisition of necessary property rights. Researches titles and records of property interests to verify ownership and encumbrances of record Reviews title reports and other documents in preparation for negotiation activities Contacts property owners and conduct negotiations to secure property rights Participates in negotiations with landowners under the direction of others Reviews survey drawings and legal descriptions for accuracy Participates in appraisal site inspections and reviews appraisal reports Reviews deeds, easements, plats, title reports and plans related to right of way projects Writes legal descriptions, prepares and review maps, offer packages, permit applications and documents, creates correspondence and reports with a clear understanding and ability to explain the content and ramifications of these documents to the affected property owners in support of company projects Serves as a liaison with agencies in pursuit of approved permits, leases, agreements etc. in support of project activities Reviews right of way and construction plans for accuracy and conformity to standards; conducts, or acquires, title searches to locate property owners; inspects affected property and identifies implications of County project on the property and/or structures. Prepares preliminary cost estimates and acquisition documents; prepares letters of opinion of value, short form appraisal for total and/or partial acquisitions and easements to establish just compensation to the property owner; orders and reviews appraisals; orders and reviews title reports and assists in correct and legal means of meeting title requirements. Negotiates with property owners for the purchase, lease, donations, or acquisition of easements of real property and/or property rights. Informs property owner of their rights, applicable laws, and regulations. Negotiates claims settlements with owners. Writes legal description of right of ways and draws scaled plats for filing of deeds. Drafts and/or reviews legal instruments for conveyance of rights of way to the County including deeds, mortgages, and purchase contracts; prepares recommended resolutions for payment to owners and mortgage owners; records documents and orders title insurance. Performs other related responsibilities as requested or required

Requirements

Ability to maintain confidentiality
Strong communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact and collaborate with a wide variety of individuals
Ability to work as a team player
Attention to organization, detail, and accuracy
Ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual
Knowledge of utilizing MS Word, Excel, and Outlook applications
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work
Ability to work independently and apply decision-making skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Working knowledge of right of way disciplines of title, engineering, appraisal, and negotiations
Ability to create accurate maps, maintain appropriate files, logs, and records
Must be able to understand direction and adhere to established procedures, have the ability to understand, remember and communicate routine, factual information; ability to complete routine forms, using existing form letters and/or conduct routine communication.
High school diploma or equivalent
Two (2) years’ experience working in the right of way industry including experience reading plans, understanding legal descriptions, reading title reports, and negotiating with property owners
Valid driver’s license
Valid real estate license in the state of assignment
Ability to pass a background check

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree

Responsibilities

Obtains fee titles, easements, permits, agreements, etc. for utility, public and private projects on behalf of Tierra’s clients, including negotiations with property owners and owner representatives for successful acquisition of necessary property rights.
Researches titles and records of property interests to verify ownership and encumbrances of record
Reviews title reports and other documents in preparation for negotiation activities
Contacts property owners and conduct negotiations to secure property rights
Participates in negotiations with landowners under the direction of others
Reviews survey drawings and legal descriptions for accuracy
Participates in appraisal site inspections and reviews appraisal reports
Reviews deeds, easements, plats, title reports and plans related to right of way projects
Writes legal descriptions, prepares and review maps, offer packages, permit applications and documents, creates correspondence and reports with a clear understanding and ability to explain the content and ramifications of these documents to the affected property owners in support of company projects
Serves as a liaison with agencies in pursuit of approved permits, leases, agreements etc. in support of project activities
Reviews right of way and construction plans for accuracy and conformity to standards; conducts, or acquires, title searches to locate property owners; inspects affected property and identifies implications of County project on the property and/or structures.
Prepares preliminary cost estimates and acquisition documents; prepares letters of opinion of value, short form appraisal for total and/or partial acquisitions and easements to establish just compensation to the property owner; orders and reviews appraisals; orders and reviews title reports and assists in correct and legal means of meeting title requirements.
Negotiates with property owners for the purchase, lease, donations, or acquisition of easements of real property and/or property rights.
Informs property owner of their rights, applicable laws, and regulations.
Negotiates claims settlements with owners.
Writes legal description of right of ways and draws scaled plats for filing of deeds.
Drafts and/or reviews legal instruments for conveyance of rights of way to the County including deeds, mortgages, and purchase contracts; prepares recommended resolutions for payment to owners and mortgage owners; records documents and orders title insurance.
Performs other related responsibilities as requested or required