Right of Way Agent jobs in Colorado

Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life. 

At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support Tallgrass Internship employees' physical and financial well-being through a Total Rewards Program.

• Industry competitive pay
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Programs
• Career pathing, Mentorship, and Industry Exposure 

This position will be a full-time (40 hours a week) commitment for summer 2024.

Intern Overview:

Interns work side by side with experienced professionals as contributing members of diverse work teams who bring vision and opportunity to the forefront. Tallgrass Interns partner with various departments in support of multiple projects on existing assets and operations, as well as the exploration and development of new avenues and opportunities. The internship is intended to help an individual develop their work skills and knowledge while providing a link between their educational goals and career objectives.

Primary Purpose: 

Tallgrass is seeking a highly motivated and diverse Right of Way Agent Intern for our Summer 2024 internship program. Summer interns provide assistance to the land department while gaining valuable experience and insight regarding the inner workings of the land department’s operation and maintenance functions within the various energy sectors of the organization. This is a paid full-time position. Anticipated duration will be from June through August 2024 (flexible). The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Regional Lead Agents and Team Leaders.

 Right of Way Agent Intern responsibilities:

Assist the land department and field agents with day-to-day tasks including:

• Assist the Land Records department with various document support functions.
• Assist land agents with ownership research.
• Assist field land agents with title research at the county courthouse.
• Assist field land agents with negotiating surface access and road/pipeline rights-of-way.
• Assist with the cleanup and organization of a document intelligence application.
• Attain a basic understanding of various legal documents (i.e., land-related contracts and agreements for construction, operation, and maintenance of existing and new facilities, including but not limited to, fee simple, rights-of-way, leases, temporary workspace agreements, licenses, and permits)
• Gain experience in the investigation of survey permission, acquisition, title research, property valuation, survey drawings, and alignment sheets.
• Under direct supervision, review third-party development plans and relevant right of way records (i.e. easements, permits, etc.) to determine conflicts and resolve them.
• Work closely under the supervision of a lead ROW agent or ROW supervisor to perform internal and external due diligence to ensure accuracy and completeness of land rights.
• Under direct supervision, serve as a liaison with landowner/tenant on ownership, easement rights, damage claims, and access issues and utilize the best judgment in functioning as a liaison.
• Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Adheres to the company's values – safety, integrity & respect, diversity, teamwork, excellence, continuous improvement and open communication. 
• Supports company vision and mission.

 Minimum requirements:

Education:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program at an accredited University.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:

• Progressively working towards a Bachelor of Business Administration in Energy Land Management, Energy Commerce, Petroleum Land Management, or other related degree.
• Preferred minimum GPA of 3.0
• Previous experience with an oil and gas company land department or experience with an independent landman is preferred but not required
• Proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:

• Good interpersonal skills to build relationships with others.
• Ability to pay close attention to details, and present good planning, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and to collaborate fully as a team player.
• Exercises good judgment and has experience handling confidential information.
• 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 the manager.
• Ability to comply with applicable laws and regulations and Company policies and procedures.
• Has excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Possesses solid technical and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, detail orientated person
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

Physical Demands:

All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling.
• Must be able to climb to and work from elevated platforms, ladders and walkways
• Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, climb vertical access ladders and stairwells, carry up to 50 pounds and to see, hear, walk and talk effectively.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including a credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Other responsibilities:

Tallgrass is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V