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)
Position-Status
RIGHT-OF-WAY TECHNICIAN – RFT
Who Can Apply
MEA Employees & the General Public
Posting Date
May 22, 2024 3:30PM
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Department
Engineering
Hourly
Union Scale
Grade
Union Scale
Union Representation
EOA
Hours of Work
8AM-5PM
Work Location
Palmer, AK
PURPOSE
To obtain easements and permits to be used for right-of-way as required by the Association.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION
1. Maintains and operates the easement management system, including easement data computer entry, and filing easement paper copies.
2. Prepares permit applications, develops legal descriptions. Acquires right-of-way permits from agencies. Acquires easements from private landowners, organizations, and agencies.
3. Makes recommendations to Borough and Municipal platting authorities to verify new and confirm existing easement rights as needed.
4. Prepares and recommends easement releases, encroachment, and non-objection letters according to Association policy and guidance when needed.
5. Records easement and other right-of-way documents with the state Recorder.
6. Researches and responds to customer and landowner inquiries related to the Association’s easements and easement rights.
7. Prepares and assists with the delivery of right-of-way training materials for inter-company use and guidance.
8. Promote a safety culture in which safety is a value. This culture is based on joint and individual engagement, ownership, and accountability regarding job safety and responsibility to perform work safely and adhere to safe work practices.
9. Performs the essential functions of the position in a safe and efficient manner.
The above items are not intended to be all inclusive of the essential functions or requirements of this type of work as they are subject to change based on operating necessity. The employee will also perform other related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management personnel.
ESSENTIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Qualified candidates are required to have:
Preference may be given to candidates:
Qualified candidates must have a valid driver’s license and a driving record, which is acceptable by the Association’s Driving Policy and insurable by the Association and the Association’s insurance carrier at standard group rates.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
EMPLOYMENT STATUS
This position is classified as a non-exempt, represented position, and is eligible for overtime compensation based on both Federal and State of Alaska laws. All Association employees are expected to work widely varying amounts of either (1) unscheduled overtime such as during power restoration activities; or, (2) scheduled overtime required to accomplish special projects.
MEA requires a post offer substance abuse test. Any positive test result or refusal to consent will disqualify an applicant from employment.
MEA is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law.
Individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations to participate in any portion of the application or interview process should advise MEA in advance by calling 907-761-9218.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
To apply, please visit www.mea.coop by the closing date.
Matanuska Electric Association, Inc.
163 East Industrial Way (P.O. Box 2929), Palmer, Alaska 99645
Telephone: (907) 761-9218/ Fax: (907) 761-9264
MEA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Veterans/Disabled employer.