Right of Way Specialist

Pike Corporation • Peachtree City, GA

10d

About The Position

The Right of Way Specialist researches, secures, and processes easements and quitclaims for transmission and distribution rights-of-way. The role researches land ownership and existing easement rights, facilitates property-rights acquisition, and prepares and secures permits from government agencies and railroads. The incumbent must obtain and maintain a Public Notary seal for the states in which services are rendered.

The work is semi-routine, with most tasks covered by established procedures. The role involves influencing decisions of a moderate nature and requires a high degree of tact when working with people outside the work group. Regular attendance is required. New employees receive on-the-job training to gain working knowledge of the systems and processes used in the role, which may include seminars, instruction from other incumbents, or corporate workshops.

The position has occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions, and the work environment has moderate noise. Physical activities include frequent sitting, talking or hearing, and handling or fingering tools or controls; standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and reaching occur occasionally. The position requires close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Requirements

• High school degree or GED.
• One to three years of experience obtaining property rights and easements from landowners and governmental agencies.
• A Public Notary commission is required and must be obtained and maintained for the states in which services are rendered.
• Regular attendance.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and government regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group settings.
• Ability to apply percentages, ratios, proportions, and other practical mathematical concepts; calculate amounts including discounts, interest, commissions, area, circumference, and volume; and apply basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions and solve practical problems with limited standardization.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from varied socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills; negotiating and decision-making skills; and verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, follow through on assignments, maintain a strong commitment to goals and plans, and work as part of a team.
• Maintain a professional appearance.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university in Business Administration or a related field.
• Real estate license.

Responsibilities

• Use communication and negotiating skills and strategies to acquire property rights required by the company and its affiliates.
• Apply working knowledge of real estate law and engineering to solutions for company acquisition projects.
• Acquire permits for use of federal lands and coordinate compliance with environmental requirements.
• Obtain appraisal and preliminary title reports from independent appraisers and title companies; assess present and future property value and recommend appraised values for easement or fee-title acquisitions.
• Collaborate with Land Surveyors, Research Specialists, and Data Specialists to distribute project work effectively.
• Communicate with landowners, attorneys, public officials, engineers, and others to secure land rights for company projects and customer requests.
• Help prepare reports for weekly construction project status meetings and report on right-of-way acquisition status.
• Assist with more complex transactions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED