Right of Way Agent – Senior

American Electric Power

. Acquire land, land rights, licenses, leases, permits, and other documents needed for electric transmission and/or distribution construction, operation, and maintenance .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeChillicothe • Ohio • United StatesSenior💰 $79,000 - $101,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in real estate acquisition, including negotiation, property valuation, and contract management. Proficient in utilizing electronic mapping and easement imaging systems to support land rights and property management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Real Estate AcquisitionRight Of Way ProcurementProperty ValuationContract ManagementStrong Communication Skills

ATS Keywords

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Hard Skills

Land Rights AcquisitionProperty Damage Claims SettlementTitle ResearchSurveyingEasement PreparationLicenses ManagementPermit AcquisitionContract SupervisionMarket Value AssessmentCourt Testimony

Soft Skills

NegotiationSupervisionOral CommunicationWritten Communication

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Mapping SystemsEasement Imaging Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Driver LicenseNotary Commission

Industry Keywords

Real EstateRight Of WayLand AcquisitionProperty OwnershipConstruction Permits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Acquire land, land rights, licenses, leases, permits, and other documents needed for electric transmission and/or distribution construction, operation, and maintenance
Negotiate with landowners for rights related to electric transmission and/or distribution facilities
Supervise contract agents as required
Settle property damage claims with landowners
Search courthouse and other records to determine property ownership and interests
Maintain knowledge of real estate values and appraisal practices
Assist in establishing fair market value ranges for land and land rights
Draft or supervise preparation of rights of entry, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, options, and related documents
Provide functional support to other AEP business units
Act as a witness and assist with witnesses and commissioners in condemnation or other court actions
Maintain property owner files, maps, drawings, exhibits, and detailed progress reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

Driver license and Notary Commission
Right of Way Agent: Associate degree in business, real estate, engineering, paralegal or related field; or high school diploma and 2 years experience in acquisition of real estate and right of way or related field
Right of Way Agent: 4 years experience in acquisition of real estate or right of way procurement, surveying, title research or related work, in addition to any experience listed above
Right of Way Agent Sr: Associate degree in business, engineering, paralegal, real estate or related field; or high school diploma and 2 years' experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research or related fields
Right of Way Agent Sr: 6 years experience in acquisition of real estate or right of way procurement, surveying, title research or related work, in addition to any experience listed above
Travel in assigned territory
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to walk long distances and/or climb steep terrain
Ability to utilize distribution electronic mapping and easement imaging systems
Strong computer skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package supporting employee well-being
Compensation
Benefits
Company-sponsored training programs
Educational assistance
Social and recreational programs