Right of Way Agent, I, II, III, Senior

What you bring: * A strong background in land rights research. * Knowledge of property descriptions, maps, permitting, negotiations, and appraisals. * Ability to work in the office in our Tucson, Arizona location. Position Description Research, negotiate, acquire and dispose of land rights that affect company facilities. Position-Related Responsibilities * Researches public records to abstract title information on real property and determine accurate ownership and other interests in real property. * Secures land rights required by the Company and assists with obtaining related environmental clearances. * Prepares legal descriptions and related documentation necessary to secure land rights. * Responds to customer inquiries regarding Company land rights. * Negotiates with property owners and jurisdictional authorities to secure land rights and required permits. * Maintains property rights records and filing systems in Land Resources. * Reviews, appeals and processes invoices related to land rights. * Estimates real property values for land rights, as appropriate. * Develops budget forecasts and provides variance explanations. * Maintains a petty cash fund and debit accounts at County Recorder's offices. * May provide services to all UNS affiliates subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Equivalent related education and experience will be considered.) * Working knowledge of property descriptions, deeds and other property conveyances, maps and engineering plans * Working knowledge of Arizona real estate and title laws. * Working knowledge of appraisal techniques and the three (3) approaches to valuation. * Working knowledge of legal descriptions and how to employ the various types * Working knowledge of federal, state and local environmental laws and ordinances. * Working knowledge of negotiation techniques, as well as experience with the public, government jurisdictions and tribes. * Experience with various software programs, including but not limited to word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation and geospatial. * Attention to detail in preparing and proofing materials, establishing priorities and meeting deadlines. * Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Strong analytical ability is required in order to gather and summarize data. * Ability to prepare clear, concise and comprehensive documents and reports. * Ability to interpret engineering drawings and assess their related influence on facilities and properties. Level I ($57,960 - $90,045) Description: * Basic knowledge of position- related responsibilities and KSAs preferred. * Introductory position that works under close supervision in performing specialized technical duties. Minimum Qualifications: * Two years of experience in the right-of way profession or closely related field, preferably with an associate's degree from an accredited university/college, or combination of education and experience preferred. Level II ($64,170 - $108,675) Description: * Increased level of knowledge, experience, and responsibility beyond Right-of-Way Agent I. * For TEP, may serve as the Subdivision Coordinator for the department, working in liaison with internal departments, governmental agencies or other entities involved in plat review/approval processes. Minimum Qualifications: * Requires at least 5 years of experience in the right-of-way profession or closely related field, or 2 years of experience and a bachelor's degree from an accredited university, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Level III ($77,625 - $132,480) Description: * Increased level of knowledge, experience, and responsibility beyond Right-of-Way Agent II. * Contributes to O&M and Capital budget plans. Minimum Qualifications: * Requires at least 8 years of experience in the right-of-way profession or closely related field, or 5 years of experience and a bachelor's degree from an accredited university/college or equivalent combination of education and experience. Senior ($91,080 - $159,390) Description: * Increased level of knowledge, experience and responsibility beyond ROW Agent III. * May act as Acting Supervisor, as needed. Develops and maintains O&M budget. * Develops and maintains Capital budget. * Represents Land Resources on multi- disciplinary project teams. * Trains Land Resources staff in areas of legal descriptions, title law, abstraction, negotiation and appraisal techniques. Minimum Qualifications: * Requires at least 10 years of experience in the right-of-way profession, a closely related field, or 5 years of experience and a bachelor's degree from an accredited university/college or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Preferred to hold the Senior Right- of-Way Designation in the International Right-of-Way Association or attain within 2 years of hire.

Created: 2025-09-20