Right of Way Agent jobs in Hastings, NE

Right of Way Agent prepares organization's need for additional land or office space. Researches, negotiates and elects to purchase short- and long-term lease of land agreements and right of way for construction that meet the organization's goals. Being a Right of Way Agent handles all land related legal issues, including transfers of titles and deeds, construction, mortgage concerns, and zoning. Prepares resolutions and other legal forms related to land acquisitions. Additionally, Right of Way Agent may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Right of Way Agent contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be a Right of Way Agent typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Right of Way Agent I or Senior Agent
  • Black Hills Energy
  • Lincoln, NE FULL_TIME
  • Job Specifications

    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.

    SALARY RANGE: Determined by the knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant.

    • Level I: $75,550 - $113,350
    • Senior Level: $88,700 - $133,150

    REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Senior Land Manager

    LOCATION: Lincoln, Nebraska

    • A comprehensive relocation package is offered for this position! Details about this package will be shared during the interview and offer process.

    ESSENTIAL JOB 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.

    QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Bachelor's Degree in business, law or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
    • Level I: Minimum (3) three years of experience as a right of way agent, land and real property rights, landowner negotiations, contracts or applicable work experience is required.
    • Senior Level: Minimum (7) seven years of experience as a right of way agent, land and real property rights, landowner negotiations, contracts or applicable work experience is required.

    KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

    • 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.

    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 for more information.


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Remote Destination Planner
  • Get A Way
  • Grand Island, NE FULL_TIME
  • We are excited to announce the opening within our team! Applicants should love traveling, and assisting with ensuring others have an exceptional experience on their trip/vacation. This position requir...
  • 23 Days Ago

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PT Teller - Apples Way
  • Cornhusker Bank
  • Lincoln, NE FULL_TIME
  • 20 hour position. Hours will vary Monday-Friday between 8:15am-5:15pm, rotating Saturdays 8:15am-12:15pm. As a Cornhusker Bank Teller, a typical day will involve the following: Processing customer tra...
  • 19 Days Ago

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JAG Nebraska Career Specialist - Osceola Public Schools - High School
  • United Way of the Midlands
  • Osceola, NE FULL_TIME
  • Organization: United Way of the Midlands Job Title: JAG Nebraska Career Specialist Supervisor: JAG Nebraska Program Manager FLSA Status: Exempt, Full Time Location/Site: Osceola Public Schools - High ...
  • 18 Days Ago

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JAG Nebraska Career Specialist - Anselmo-Merna Public Schools - High School
  • United Way of the Midlands
  • Merna, NE FULL_TIME
  • Organization: United Way of the Midlands Job Title: JAG Nebraska Career Specialist Supervisor: JAG Nebraska Manager FLSA Status: Exempt, Full Time UWM’s Mission: To UNITE our community’s CARING SPIRIT...
  • 18 Days Ago

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JAG Nebraska Career Specialist - Litchfield and Ansley High School Split
  • United Way of the Midlands
  • Ansley, NE FULL_TIME
  • Organization: United Way of the Midlands Job Title: JAG Nebraska Career Specialist Supervisor: JAG Nebraska Manager FLSA Status: Exempt, Full Time UWM’s Mission: To UNITE our community’s CARING SPIRIT...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Career In Sales, WFH, Part-Time Welcome
  • NKH Agency
  • Grand Island, NE
  • Organization Description: Already working a 9-5 and looking for additional income? Or are looking for the right opportun...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Corporate Facilities Specialist
  • The Buckle, Inc.
  • Kearney, NE
  • The Corporate Facilities specialist will join a collaborative team which operates out of Buckle's home office in Kearney...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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CNA-Nursing Assistant (part time or full time)
  • Mary Lanning Healthcare
  • Hastings, NE
  • Mary Lanning Hospital has implemented a new Applicant Tracking System. You may need to create a new candidate account if...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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FT Customer Solutions Representative (Work From Home)>
  • Master Lock
  • Hastings, NE
  • [Call Center / Remote] - Anywhere in U.S. / $17.79 per hour / Medical, dental & vision / 401K / PTO / Equipment provided...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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FT Customer Support Specialist - Work From Home>
  • Quartzy
  • Hastings, NE
  • [Customer Service / Remote] - Anywhere in U.S. / Up to $50K per year / Medical, Dental and Vision / PTO / Internet Stipe...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Facility Program Manager
  • State of Nebraska
  • Kearney, NE
  • The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25 Location: Kearney Job Posting Hiring Rate: $1...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Residential Manager
  • Integrated Life Choices Inc
  • Grand Island, NE
  • Residential Manager Integrated Life Choices proudly provides innovative supports to people throughout their lives. ILC i...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Property Manager
  • American Foods Group, LLC
  • Gibbon, NE
  • Overview: Gibbon Packing, LLC, an American Foods Group Company has an opportunity for a Property Manager in Kearney, Neb...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Hastings is a city and county seat of Adams County, Nebraska, United States. The population was 24,907 at the 2010 census. It is known as the town where Kool-Aid was invented by Edwin Perkins in 1927, and celebrates that event with the Kool-Aid Days festival every August. Hastings is also known for Fisher Fountain, and during World War II operated the largest Naval Ammunition Depot in the United States. It was chosen because of it centralized location from North to South and East and West in the country. This made it quicker to send ammunition by train to wherever needed. According to the U...
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Income Estimation for Right of Way Agent jobs
$72,055 to $90,028
Hastings, Nebraska area prices
were up 0.8% from a year ago

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Right of Way Agent in Wilmington, DE
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