Representative - Right of Way

Requirements: 
Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6+ years work-related experience with working knowledge of pipeline right of way and real estate transactions and practices
• Must be knowledgeable of real estate principles, rules and regulations pertaining to the acquisition of easements, leases, licenses, permits and other land rights
• Analytical ability and judgment is used to determine land rights to be acquired and the degree of protection required
• Strong Interpersonal skills - high degree of interaction with a variety of groups from field construction personnel, vendors and internal personnel (environmental, engineering, operations)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read, understand and prepare technical documents such as easements, leases, licenses, etc.
• Must be empathetic, even-tempered when communicating both written and verbal form
• Must have good presentation and conflict management skills
• Strong computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and database applications (SAP, CLSLiNK or equivalent)
• Must be able to work within a team environment to accomplish organizational goals with the ability to meet priorities and deadlines
• Knowledge of Right of Way must span an adequate understanding of legal views, government regulations of pipeline industry, engineering, state one-call systems, maps and drawings, public relations, negotiation, property management
• Ability to make decisions based upon sound judgment
• A self-starter who will take initiative and who works well with minimum supervision
• Must a possess a current valid driver’s license

• Bachelor’s degree

Working Conditions: 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions. 
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing. 
• Occasional overnight travel may be required. 
• Must be flexible to work odd hours on occasion
• Must be available for on call for emergency response
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.