Land Agent I/II/Sr.

Land Agent I: ($63,860 – $79,830)

• A working knowledge of right-of-way, land acquisitions, appraisal practices, farm operations, engineering or industry practices at a level normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent right-of-way, abstracting, oil/mineral leasing, title insurance or industry experience; and
• Ability to obtain and maintain notary in state of residence and able to be bonded.

Land Agent II: ($73,460 – $91,830)

• A working knowledge of right-of-way, land acquisitions, appraisal practices, farm operations, engineering, and/or industry practices at a level normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent right-of-way, abstracting, oil/mineral leasing, title insurance or industry experience; and
• Three years of right-of-way, abstracting, oil/mineral leasing, title insurance or industry experience; and
• Ability to obtain and maintain notary in state of residence and able to be bonded.

Land Agent Sr: ($84,460 – $105,570)

• A working knowledge of right-of-way, land acquisitions, appraisal practices, farm operations, engineering, and/or industry practices at a level normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent right-of-way, abstracting, oil/mineral leasing, title insurance or industry experience; and
• Five years of right-of-way, abstracting, oil/mineral leasing, title insurance or industry experience; and
• Ability to obtain and maintain notary in state of residence and able to be bonded.

• Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from cyber-attack, damage or unauthorized access.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered.
• Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
• Required to maintain a valid driver license.
• Requires Travel: Moderate (25% – 50%) and be willing to work extended hours due to landowners scheduling conflicts.

Land Agent I:

• Knowledge of right-of-way, land acquisitions, courthouse records research, appraisal practices, farming operations and construction practices.

Land Agent II/Sr:

• Industry right-of-way and/or land acquisition experience.
• An active member of the International Right of Way Association (IRWA).

• Negotiates with and compensates landowners, tenants, attorneys, lending institutions, Federal, State and Tribal agencies and county commissioners for easement rights and land purchases based on fair market value, using appraisal practices.
• Performs title research to determine ownership of property. Determines from maps and county courthouse records the ownership and encumbrances of property, including mineral interests.
• Prepares the required documents, including writing land descriptions, title transfers, securing of mineral interests, county resolutions, and permits.
• Obtains permission to survey from owners of property or city, township, county officials or Federal, State and Tribal agencies.
• Negotiates with and compensates landowners or tenants after completion of construction or maintenance projects for damages resulting from the construction or maintenance projects. Stay abreast of current crop and livestock values.
• Performs other tasks and special projects as assigned.