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Property Rights Specialist
Job Function Summary
Manages company real property portfolio; responds to company, jurisdictional and customer inquiries regarding real property; acquires all real property interests and permits necessary for company operations; disposes of all real property interests designated for sale/disposition/release; maintains compliance of company real property interests with applicable land use processes and permits; and conducts appropriate due diligence with respect to all company projects (including IRP and RFP processes) which include a real property component and advise upper management accordingly.
Key Job Information
Property Rights Specialist 6255
Grade 7
Career Level: P3
Career:
Requires in-depth knowledge and experience
Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products or services
Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions
Works independently, receives minimal guidance
Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience
Key Responsibilities
Real Property Acquisition and Disposition Completes financial feasibility studies; recommends acquisitions based on valuation, constraints, land use classification, permitting and potential of site to meet operational needs and future growth; determines compensation for real property at fair market value or establishes compensation rates; negotiates and acquires properties, easements, rights of way, permits, licenses and consent agreements, ensuring highest benefit to the company; sells real estate and grants easements as required; tracks, manages data for and reports on transactions; ensures project stakeholders and members are fully informed about property acquisitions and dispositions.
Permits Obtains and manages local, county, federal, state and other agency permits; identifies and informs company of risks, timelines and requirements for permitting company facilities; reviews and participates in preparing agreements, permits, applications for use and other similar documents; provides technical guidance regarding appropriate courses of action related to permitting.
Property Rights Concerns and Disputes Researches and responds to property rights concerns and requests from external customers; participates in investigating, resolving and managing disputes resulting from property trespass, encroachments and damage claims.
Contract Negotiation, Coordination and Review Negotiates mutually acceptable contracts that meet regulatory requirements; coordinates survey, mapping, appraisal and other Property Services contract work; reviews surveys and ownership information for accuracy and adherence to scope of work.
Research and Analysis Performs property research from title reports, GIS, surveys, appraisals and other sources; identifies land-right issues to inform route selection for transmission and distribution facilities; accomplishes zoning analysis, title review and property valuation to create and negotiate easements and other agreements; prepares plats and writes legal descriptions.
GIS Maintains geospatial data for company's current and historical property records. May develop exhibits, maps, analyses of geospatial data and reports; may troubleshoot geospatial data management systems; maintains knowledge of trends and developments in the GIS field for application to company needs.
External Communication Participates in or leads public meetings and may participate in hearings. May represent the company in public meetings/hearings pertaining to property rights and real estate transactions to protect the corporate interest and obtain necessary approvals.
Education/Experience/Certifications
Education Requires a bachelor's degree in real estate, business, finance, law or other related field or equivalent experience.
Experience Typically five or more years in commercial real estate or related field.
Competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities)
Functional Competencies
Intermediate knowledge of real estate laws, regulations, rules, principles, practices and markets
Intermediate knowledge of contracting rules, regulations and procedures
Intermediate skills in reading/interpreting property legal descriptions, plat maps, title reports and appraisal reports
Intermediate skill in estimating the value of property
Intermediate skills in using department systems (e.g., GIS, document management)
Intermediate knowledge of environmental laws, regulations, procedures and processes
Intermediate knowledge of the electrical utility industry
General Competencies
Intermediate analytical thinking skills
Intermediate conflict management skills
Intermediate decision-making skills
Intermediate influence skills
Intermediate interpersonal skills
Intermediate negotiation skills
Intermediate organization and prioritization skills
Intermediate project management skills
Intermediate written and oral communication skills
Physical and Cognitive Demands
Cognitive Level
Substantial: Consistent use of logic or scientific thinking to define problems, collect information, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (for example, engineer, HR director, plant manager, etc.).
Cognitive
Ability to adhere to set response times, deadlines and time-sensitive tasks
Ability to follow accuracy standards
Ability to follow through on decision-making tasks
Ability to interact effectively and collaboratively within a team environment
Ability to communicate and problem solve when under stress
Ability to respond and adapt to frequent change
Ability to accept and demonstrate self-awareness when provided constructive feedback
Ability to discern feedback and acknowledge ownership of areas of improvement
Ability to avoid future mistakes by applying reasonable skills to new but similar work situations or tasks
Ability to successfully collaborate with peers, managers and others within the organization Demonstrates sound memory
Ability to process new information to be applied consistently to work tasks
Schedule/Attendance
Ability to adhere to pre-established schedule, including start/stop time and break/lunch schedule [typically for nonexempt positions, although some exempt positions may have an established start/stop time]
Ability to work long hours [typically for exempt positions; if included in nonexempt positions, overtime applies]
Ability to work a variable schedule
Ability to report to work and perform work during periods of severe inclement weather
Ability to consistently meet attendance standards for regular, reliable, predictable, full-time attendance [for part-time positions, change to part-time attendance]
Ability to work shift schedule
Ability to work on-call schedule
Physical Capabilities
Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)
Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)
Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Frequently (at least once a week or more)
Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally (one to two times a month or less)
Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)
Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 10 lb
Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 50 lb
Lifting/pushing/pulling: More than 50 lb
Carrying: Up to 10 lb
Carrying: Up to 50 lb
Carrying: More than 50 lb
Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e., moving equipment, boats) (check all that apply): ?
Elevated areas (i.e., catwalks, roofs and high buildings)
Confined spaces
Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces)
Stairs (over 10 steps)
Ladders (over 10 rungs)
Environment - Indoor/Outdoor
Office
Plant
Field
Actual total compensation, including a performance based incentive bonus, is commensurate with experience, skills, qualifications, education, training, and internal equity.
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April 19, 2026
