Public Sector ROW Agent

Description The Public Section Right of Way (ROW) Agent is responsible for managing and overseeing the legal and logistical processes involved with acquiring, maintaining, and managing rights of way for public infrastructure projects, such as roads, utilities, pipelines, and railroads. The role is crucial in ensuring that public projects proceed smoothly without legal conflicts or disruptions related to land use and access. The Public Sector Right of Way Agent plays a crucial role in the efficient and lawful execution of public infrastructure projects by handling land access, legal paperwork, negotiations, and coordination between various parties. This helps ensure that projects proceed without unnecessary delays or legal complications.

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities Acquiring Right of Way:

Negotiating Land Access:

ROW agents negotiate with landowners to obtain permission to use their land for public projects. This can involve compensation discussions, easements, and ensuring the landowner's rights are respected.

Acquisition of Easements:

They acquire temporary or permanent easements, which give public entities the right to access land for specific purposes, such as constructing roads or installing utilities.

Landowner Communication:

Working with

Property Owners:

ROW agents serve as the primary point of contact for property owners, explaining the purpose of the project and working to address concerns or disputes related to land access.

Conflict Resolution:

They may help resolve disputes between property owners and the government entity over land use, compensation, or other issues.

Documentation and Legal Compliance:

Ensuring Legal Documentation:

They manage all legal paperwork related to land acquisition, including contracts, easement agreements, and deeds. Compliance with

Regulations:

ROW agents ensure that the process complies with local, state, or federal regulations regarding land acquisition, environmental protection, and fair compensation.

Project Coordination:

Collaboration with

Other Departments:

They work with legal teams, engineers, surveyors, and other public sector employees to ensure that land acquisition aligns with project plans and timelines.

Managing ROW Records:

Keeping detailed records of property ownership, right-of-way agreements, and documentation for future reference or project planning.

Valuation and Compensation:

Assessing Fair Compensation:

ROW agents may assist with determining the fair market value of the land or property being acquired and ensure that property owners are fairly compensated.

Appraisals and Negotiations :

Arrange for property appraisals and help negotiate the terms of the compensation with property owners.

Environmental Considerations:

Environmental Impact:

Ensuring that the right-of-way acquisition and usage comply with environmental protection laws, such as minimizing disruption to natural habitats and addressing environmental concerns during the land use process. Other duties as assigned Job Requirement Must have Texas Real Estate License Must obtain IRWA Negotiator certification (RWA) within two years of hire. Must obtain IRWA Relocation Certification (R/W-RAC) within three years of hire. Ability to work autonomously and to collaborate fully as a team player. Ability to pay close attention to details, and present good planning, organization, and time management skills. Ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily. Ability to maintain regular attendance as per work schedule agreed with manager (may require working an adjusted work schedule based on project assigned and work overtime if warranted). Ability to comply with applicable laws and regulations and Company policies and procedures Work Environmental and Physical Demands May work in an office, hybrid or fully remote. Is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. Is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch. Is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.