Right of Way Agent jobs in Oregon

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
  • Commonstreet Consulting LLC
  • Salem, OR FULL_TIME
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    The Right of Way (ROW) Agent will, under supervision, provide acquisition, relocation, property management, and title review/clearance to ensure successful negotiation and acquisition of private property for public use under the Federal Uniform Act.

    Primary Responsibilities 

    • Acquires real property under the Federal Uniform Act and the ODOT Right of Way manual
    • Performs title research and clearance associated with the acquisition process; advanced property and ownership research; and facilitates payments and escrow functions
    • Utilizes understanding of real property appraisals to transparently explain project, documents, processes, ROW plans, and property valuation to owners and/or tenants
    • Prepares administrative settlements and justifications and develops mitigation plans
    • Facilitates the relocation of property owners and their tenants, including commercial businesses, residential owners and occupants, personal property, farms, etc., dependent on scope of work
    • Manages real property acquired for a public entity
    • Reviews acquisition files to ensure there are no outstanding real property issues
    • Other duties as assigned

    Requirements

    • Current Real Estate and Notary Public licenses in Oregon
    • Valid Oregon driver’s license and an acceptable record
    • Ability to work independently and remotely in various locations inspecting buildings and land, travel throughout the state and the Pacific Northwest, and sit or stand for long periods of time
    • Must demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, show a high degree of professionalism, and be resourceful and proactive in dealing with obstacles that arise
    • Proficiency with personal computers, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, ArcGIS and data management software
    • Must be well-organized and detail-oriented
    • Ability to prioritize and complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner
    • May require after-hours and weekend work
    • Must be able to pass a criminal background check
    • Maintain confidential nature of communications

    Preferred Skills and Education

    • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
    • One or more years demonstrated successful negotiation experience in the right of way profession
    • Acquisition and/or relocation experience under the Federal Uniform Act
    • Working knowledge of property legal descriptions, title reports, and instruments of ownership
    • Working knowledge of the connectivity of real estate disciplines (e.g. acquisition, relocation, property management, title, project management, appraisal, etc.)
    • Demonstrated ability to draft administrative settlements and mitigation plans

    Benefits

    • Commonstreet offers a medical/vision and dental plan for the employee and all immediate family members that is 100% paid by the company. Should you elect, the plan also includes a Health Savings Account (HSA) to which the company will contribute $1,500 on the 1st of the month following 60 days from benefits start date and again annually on this date.     
    • Our Life and Disability insurance includes Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance, Short-Term Disability insurance, and Long-Term Disability insurance. 100% of costs are paid by Commonstreet for the employee. 
    • Commonstreet’s 401(k) plan provides a match of 100% of deferrals up to 3% of compensation and then 50% of deferrals on 3% to 5% of compensation. All contributions are fully vested.
    • Full-time employees will accrue 117 hours of PTO per year, for the first 3 years. Accrual of this time is spread out evenly by paycheck and comes out to 4.5 hours per pay period. 
    • 8 paid holidays

    Additional Notes

    When applying for this position, please answer with a resume and cover letter that responds specifically to how your experience will meet our needs, place the title of the job you are applying for in the email subject line, and submit only once per posting.

    We are unable to respond to every submission; however, we will keep your resume on file for up to 2 years and will contact you if your experience is a suitable match with one of our upcoming projects. Thank you for your interest and patience!

    Commonstreet Consulting, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on the following protected statuses: race (inclusive of traits historically associated or perceived to be associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin (includes language use and possession of a driver's license issued to persons unable to prove their presence in the United States is authorized under federal law), disability status (including the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability), genetic information, protected veteran status, marital status (including domestic partnership status), age (over 40), citizenship or immigration status, creed, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, harassment, bias crimes, or stalking, political ideology, caste, ancestry, actual, potential, perceived, or alleged pregnancy outcomes, source of income, familial status, refugee status, and off-duty tobacco use.

  • 23 Days Ago

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Senior Right of Way Agent
  • Commonstreet Consulting LLC
  • Salem, OR FULL_TIME
  • The Senior Right of Way (ROW) Agent will complete all functions of a right of way agent to ensure successful negotiation and land acquisition of private property for public use under the Federal Unifo...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Right of Way Acquisition Agent - Northern Oregon
  • Percheron Operating
  • Salem, OR FULL_TIME
  • Job Description:Percheron is currently looking for an experienced Right of Way Acquisition Agent in the Salem OR area to support a large anomaly dig project for the next estimated year and a half.Per ...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Realty / Right of Way Specialist II
  • EC Source Services, Mastec
  • Portland, OR FULL_TIME
  • Energy Environmental Group (EEG) is a leading player in the energy sector, dedicated to providing innovative environmental planning, permitting, and construction compliance solutions. We are excited t...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Right at Home Seeking Caregivers!
  • Right at Home
  • Medford, OR FULL_TIME
  • Right at Home, In-Home Care & Assistance, is seeking to hire Skilled Caregivers to join a dynamic care team. We provide non-medical care in the homes of our clients. We have immediate full-time positi...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Right at Home Seeking Caregivers!
  • Right at Home
  • Medford, OR FULL_TIME
  • Right at Home, In-Home Care & Assistance, is seeking to hire Skilled Caregivers to join a dynamic care team. We provide non-medical care in the homes of our clients. We have immediate full-time positi...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Right-of-Way Agent
  • MasTec Professional Services
  • Manassas, VA
  • Company Summary MasTec Professional Services provides results-driven engineering, design, and integrated services to the...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Right-of-Way Agent
  • JD Ross Energy
  • Tulsa, OK
  • J.D. Ross Energy is hiring a Right of Way Agent in Tulsa, OK. Job Overview: Responsible for managing and coordinating a ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Right-of-Way Agent
  • Forsyth County, GA
  • Cumming, GA
  • Salary: $46,262.00 - $60,142.00 Annually Location : Cumming, GA Job Type: Full-time Job Number: 03029 Department: Capita...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Right of Way Agent
  • Manpower Albuquerque
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • Job Description Job Description Right of Way Agent Location: Albuquerque, NM Part Time - Monday through Friday Flexible ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Right of Way Agent
  • La Strada Land Services, LLC
  • Dallas, TX
  • Job Description Job Description Remote Work Opportunity! La Strada Land Services is seeking a seasoned Right of Way Agen...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Right of Way Agent (ROW)
  • Mewbourne Oil Company
  • Hobbs, NM
  • Job Description Job Description Responsible for ROW route planning ensuring that is environmentally acceptable, most cos...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Utilities Right of Way Agent - New York, NY
  • ORC
  • New York, NY
  • Picture yourself in an amazing work environment surrounded by a vibrant team that is not only there to challenge and sup...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Right of Way Agent I - Ft. Lauderdale, FL
  • Bowman Consulting Group Ltd
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Purpose Interact and communicate directly with the public daily to support Bowman's continued expansion and growth. Key ...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Oregon (/ˈɒrɪɡən/ (listen) ORR-ih-gən) is a state in the Pacific Northwest region on the West Coast of the United States. The Columbia River delineates much of Oregon's northern boundary with Washington, while the Snake River delineates much of its eastern boundary with Idaho. The parallel 42° north delineates the southern boundary with California and Nevada. Oregon is one of only four states of the continental United States to have a coastline on the Pacific Ocean. Oregon was inhabited by many indigenous tribes before Western traders, explorers, and settlers arrived. An autonomous government ...
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Income Estimation for Right of Way Agent jobs
$78,395 to $97,950

Right of Way Agent in Spartanburg, SC
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Right of Way Agent in Petaluma, CA
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