Black Hills Energy

Right of Way Agent or Senior Agent

LocationLakewood, CO
Job Typefull_time

About This Job

Job Specifications Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today—for our customers, communities and each other.

Position Summary

As a Right of Way Agent, you will research and analyze land ownership documents to prepare land rights and easement grants. In this role, you will represent Black Hills Energy (its various entities) with all property owners in your assigned areas/projects, contacting, negotiating, recording, settling damages, and preparing and executing agreements for the acquisitions of pipeline or electrical property grants by easements, licenses, or permits, as needed, to accommodate the construction, operation, and maintenance of company facilities.

Pay Range:

This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.

Level I:

$77,450 - $116,200

Senior:

$90,900 - $136,500

Reporting Relationship:

Senior Land Manager

Location:

Lakewood, Colorado

Relocation Assistance:

Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

Essential Functions

Researches, reviews, analyzes land title, identifies defects and outlines curative.
Negotiates the acquisition of easements and other property interests as necessary to accommodate the construction, operation, maintenance of company facilities.
Negotiates property damage settlements and loss claims associated with capital projects and day to day operations necessary to maintain company facilities.
Prepares right-of-way related cost estimates associated with land and right-of-way acquisition.
Reviews, prepares, analyzes, interprets all land and right-of-way related agreements, easements, leases, permits, and licenses.
Serves as liaison between internal departments, developers, cities, counties, states, federal lands, etc., in support of right-of-way activities.
Resolves encroachments, damage claims, landowner complaints and inquiries at appropriate business costs to company.
Regularly use spreadsheets, database and word processing software, and periodically learn new programs to complete Right of Way Agent work.
Manages contract ROW service providers in assigned areas/projects; and occasionally manages contract survey providers as well in support of project needs. Handling service contracts, invoices review and approvals, etc.


What Is Required Level I:

Bachelor's Degree business, law or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 3 years as a right of way agent, land and real property rights, landowner negotiations, contracts or applicable work experience


Senior

Bachelor's Degree business, law or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 7 years of experience as a right of way agent, land and real property rights, landowner negotiations, contracts or applicable work experience is required.


What Is Desired

Requires technical and business knowledge in multiple disciplines/processes. Knows and applies the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures.
Requires working familiarity with legal easement documents and knowledge of legal descriptions.
Represent Company in a professional manner when appearing before Planning and Zoning Committees, and other governmental boards, to advocate for approval of capital projects.
Ability to establish a rapport and build trust with landowners in a short amount of time, with excellent negotiating skills.
Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes, with the ability to identify and resolve complex issues/problems.
Ability to analyze business reporting information and recommend improvements
Strong business systems knowledge.
Ability to organize, schedule and prioritize departmental and individual work to meet various schedules and objectives.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to organize work effectively, reprioritize as new demands arise, and maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to demonstrate intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications, including but not limited to Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Access, and Excel.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply. About our Company:

We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package!

Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at jobs@blackhillscorp.com.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.

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