Job Description

Universal Field Services is hiring Right of Way Agents for a project in California! This opportunity includes per diem.

SUMMARY

We are seeking an experienced Right of Way Agent with a strong background in renewable energy leasing to support land acquisition and development activities for solar, wind, and transmission projects. This role involves negotiating land agreements, managing landowner relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and permitting requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required; and the physical demands of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reads, understands and interprets maps and construction drawings.
• Has understanding of real estate law and terminology.
• Has knowledge of sequence of processes required to complete the acquisition.
• Skilled in examining public records and determining surface ownership.
• Locates owners of land.
• Prepares Affidavits as needed (e.g. Descent and Distribution; Identify, Use and Adverse Possession).
• Plots property descriptions from public records.
• Understands appraisal theory, appraisal processes and property values.
• Effectively communicates acquisition processes and requirements and conducts good faith negotiations with landowners to secure agreements.
• Maintains accurate records of every contact made with property owner or their representative.
• Maintains accurate and detailed parcel files.
• Accurately completes all required paperwork in a timely manner to meet deadlines.
• Appears as a witness in litigation, as required.
• Secures any county, state and federal permits, as needed.
• Prepare parcel files for condemnation process, as needed.
• Ability and flexibility to work in cooperation with all those assigned to the office.

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