Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District

Right of Way Agent

LocationSt Louis, MO
Salary$65,800-$101,700

About This Job

Overview

Under general supervision, obtain easements through privately owned land for the construction of sewers.

Essential Functions

Verify the location and ownership of rights of way;
Contact property owners at times convenient to same and explain need for easements and work to be done;
Negotiate payments for construction damage; obtain written letter of agreement for easement from property owners;
Investigate complaints of property owners during and following construction;
Appear in court as witness during condemnation procedures;
Confer with engineer in making changes in plans and required easements;
Obtain deeds of records for property information as requested by use of courthouses, municipal records, title companies and etc.,
Maintain records and prepare reports.


Additional Responsibilities

Perform related work as required or as delegated by supervisors.


Physical Demands

Stationary Position: Occasionally
Move/Traverse: Occasionally
Stationary Position/Seated: Constantly
Transport/Lifting: Rarely
Transport/Carrying: Rarely
Exerting Force/Pushing: Rarely
Exerting Force/Pulling: Rarely
Ascend/Descend: Rarely
Balancing: Rarely
Position Self/Stooping: Rarely
Position Self/Kneeling: Rarely
Position Self/Crouching: Rarely
Position Self/Crawling: Rarely
Reaching: Rarely
Handling: Occasionally
Grasping: Occasionally
Feeling: Rarely
Communicate/Talking: Constantly
Communicate/Hearing: Constantly
Repetitive Motions: Frequently
Coordination: Frequently


Work Environment

Extreme cold: Rarely
Extreme heat: Rarely
Humidity: Rarely
Wet: Rarely
Noise: Occasionally
Hazards: Rarely
Temperature Change: Rarely
Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely
Vibration: Rarely


Responsibilities Qualifications Training And Experience

Associate Degree in related field, or 60 college credit hours towards a related degree, or
Two of the following:

+ Certificate of Applied Management I + 30 college credit hours + Certification by the International Right-of-Way Association (IRWA) (or other approved equal licensure/certification program) in the discipline of Negotiation/Acquisition an

Four (4) years' experience in easement acquisition, investigation and/or public contact work.


Desirable Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Working knowledge of public improvement construction terms, procedures, materials, specifications, etc.;
Working knowledge of the operation of the District;
Skilled in reading and interpreting maps and blueprints;
Working skill in locating individuals and property ownership;
Working skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with property owners;
Ability to represent the District in court proceedings;
Ability to communicate in oral and written form;
Working skill in maintaining adequate records and preparing reports.

Special Requirement

Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state in which the employee resides.

Pursuant to MSD's "Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures," this position has been designated as non - safety

sensitive and candidate must pass a Non-D.O.T. Drug Test for this position. Employees occupying this

position are not subject to Federal (D.O.T.) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

Must be able to provide transportation for field work.

All current employees must have a 'Meets Expectations' or 'Proficient' rating on their most recent performance evaluation to be eligible.

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