Real Estate Associate (Commercial Transactions & Property Management)

Job Posting End Date 05-24-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date. Job Summary Assist with the leasing, maintenance, inspection and utilization of Company owned property realizing the maximum return for the organization. Assist in the acquisition of real estate required for Company operations and disposal of real estate not required for Company operations. Job Description Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do! Real Estate Associate (Property Management & Transactions) Real Estate Agent Associate (Salary Grade 5) Real Estate Agent (Salary Grade 6)

What You'll Do:

Travel required: Primarily in Harlingen, McAllen, Brownsville, and other areas in Texas. Negotiate and handle details in connection with leases, both surface and mineral, on Company owned real estate. Assist in the review and analysis of real estate documents, including oil and gas leases, while determining key provisions, obligations and ownership in order to realize maximum return. Conduct inventories and inspections of properties to determine condition of buildings and lands and arrange for maintenance as required. Negotiate for the sale of Company owned real estate and assist in the preparation of contracts and other legal documents in connection with the completion of these sales. Negotiate with property owners on real estate desired to be purchased by the Company. Assist in the preparation of deeds, affidavits and other legal documents as required to facilitate clearing title and completing acquisition. Consult with attorneys, title examiners and AEP Legal department on legal and technical work pertaining to real estate matters as assigned. Negotiate with property owners for real estate desired to be leased by the Company and in the handling of details in connection with completion of approved leases. Negotiate easements from the Company to others for various types of rights on Company owned real estate and handle details in connection with completion of approved easements. Negotiate and settle damages to non-owned properties caused by Company construction and operations. Assist in negotiations with various governmental authorities in connection with the closing, relocation, or vacation of public roads, the relocation or removal of the facilities of others on Company owned lands, or the re-zoning of property in order to facilitate Company projects. Develop and maintain good relationships with Federal, State, Municipal and other local government agencies and the general public. Consult with Real Estate Asset Management team on real estate issues and attend project meetings as required.

What We're Looking For:

Licenses/Certifications :

Valid driver's license. Real Estate Agent Associate (Salary Grade 5)

Education:

Associate's degree in real estate, business, engineering, paralegal or related field; or paralegal certification, appraiser/assessor certification or real estate broker; (Or) high school diploma/GED with two years' experience in real estate-related activities.

Experience:

Two Years experience in real estate related activities in addition to any experience indicated above. Real Estate Agent (Salary Grade 6)

Education:

Associate's degree in real estate, business, engineering, paralegal or related field; or paralegal certification, appraiser/assessor certification or real estate broker; (Or) high school diploma/GED with two years' experience in real estate-related activities.

Experience:

In addition to education requirement, four (4) years' experience in the acquisition of property or right or ways or real estate related activities.

Additional Expectations :

Valid driver's license Travel required: Primarily in Harlingen, McAllen, Brownsville, and other areas in Texas Ability to work flexible hours Ability to understand real estate documents Basic computer skills

What You'll Get:

This single vacancy is posted in a range. Please note that Education and/or relevant Experience will be used to determine the appropriate salary and salary grade. Real Estate Agent Associate (Salary Grade 5): $67,000.00-$77,000.00/Annually (USD) Real Estate Agent (Salary Grade 6): $77,727.00-$87,727.00/Annually (USD) In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees. At AEP, we're more than just an energy company — we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$63,496.00 - $93,188.50 The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S -

Sedentary Work:

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (

Occasionally:

activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (

Frequently:

activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met. Hear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one. It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.