Right of Way Specialist

Pike • Marietta, GA

11d

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 acquisitions, 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 position uses communication, negotiation, real estate law, and engineering knowledge to acquire property rights and support company acquisition projects. It also coordinates permits for federal lands and compliance with environmental requirements; obtains appraisals and preliminary title reports; collaborates with land surveyors and research and data specialists; communicates with landowners, attorneys, public officials, engineers, and others; and reports on right-of-way acquisition progress. The work is described as semi-routine, with most work covered by established procedures. New employees receive on-the-job training to learn the systems and processes used in the role.

Requirements

• High school degree or GED.
• 1–3 years of experience obtaining property rights and easements from landowners and governmental agencies.
• Public Notary certification is required; the incumbent must obtain and maintain a notary seal for the states in which services are rendered.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, and Adobe Acrobat.
• 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 present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
• Ability to apply practical mathematical concepts, calculate figures and amounts, and apply basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to interpret instructions and solve practical problems where standardization is limited.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from varied socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.
• Demonstrated negotiating, decision-making, verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work independently and follow through on assignments.
• High commitment to achieving goals and plans; team-oriented approach; professional appearance.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Real Estate license.

Responsibilities

• Acquire property rights required by the company and its affiliates using communication and negotiating skills and strategies.
• 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 to assess property value; recommend appraised values for purchase or acquisition of easements and fee title.
• Collaborate with land surveyors, research specialists, and data specialists to distribute project responsibilities effectively.
• Communicate with landowners, attorneys, public officials, engineers, and others to gain land rights for company projects and customer requests.
• Assist in preparing reports for weekly construction project status meetings and report on right-of-way acquisition status.
• Assist others with more complex transactions as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

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