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Land Rights Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

CenterPoint Energy

Agent, Right-of-Way

Minneapolis, MN

$29 - $39.25/hr

Essential Functions Performs land title research utilizing both internal and external resources to determine ownership and other land rights. Collaborates with contract Title Examiners to determine ...

Otter Tail Power

Surveyor I or II

Fergus Falls, MN · On-site +1

$69K - $106K/yr

Review and revise easements and legal descriptions from the land rights department prior to recording. * Complete construction staking to support the installation or repair of facilities within the ...

Gaming Enterprise

Valet Dispatcher

Prior Lake, MN · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

... prairie land. Team members are eligible to participate in SMSC Gives, a community outreach ... For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Stantec

Survey Crew Chief

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$56K - $82K/yr

Through our work, we define land boundaries, rights-of-way, easements, land surface and under water topographic features, building features, construction staking, utilities, and analyzing all types ...

Stantec Inc.

Survey Crew Chief

Saint Paul, MN

$56K - $82K/yr

Through our work, we define land boundaries, rights-of-way, easements, land surface and under water topographic features, building features, construction staking, utilities, and analyzing all types ...

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How much do land rights jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for land rights in Minnesota is $80,783.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,200.00 and $95,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in Land Rights?

Professionals in Land Rights typically spend their days researching land ownership and usage rights, negotiating agreements with landowners, preparing legal documents, and ensuring all transactions comply with local and federal regulations. They may also conduct site visits, collaborate with engineers, surveyors, and government officials, and address concerns from community members or stakeholders. Depending on the employer, Land Rights specialists might work independently or as part of a larger team managing development projects or conservation initiatives. This role combines office-based research and documentation with fieldwork and stakeholder engagement, making it both varied and impactful.

What is a Land Rights job?

A Land Rights job involves working to secure, manage, and advocate for land ownership, usage, and access rights. Professionals in this field may work with governments, private entities, or communities to address legal, environmental, and social issues related to land. Responsibilities typically include researching land titles, negotiating land use agreements, and ensuring compliance with property laws. This role is crucial in industries like energy, infrastructure, real estate, and environmental conservation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Land Rights position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Land Rights role, you need a strong understanding of property law, land use regulations, and negotiation, often backed by a relevant degree in law, real estate, or environmental studies. Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS), legal document management software, and land records databases is common in this field. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and cultural sensitivity are valuable soft skills for engaging with stakeholders and communities. These competencies are crucial for ensuring compliant, ethical, and mutually beneficial land use agreements and transactions.

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Infographic showing various Land Rights job openings in Minnesota as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% As Needed, 78% Full Time, and 11% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $80,783 per year, or $38.8 per hour.
Right of Way (ROW) Agents (Field Based)

Right of Way (ROW) Agents (Field Based)

ERM

Minneapolis, MN • On-site, Remote

$94K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

ERMis hiringRight of Way (ROW) Agentsin Minneapolis, Minnesota to support pipeline and electric transmission project efforts. ROW Agents will be responsible for the acquisition of land, land rights, licenses, leases, permits, and other documents necessary for the construction, operation, and maintenance of facilities. This is a full-time (40 hours a week), limited-term role with a duration of 12 months, extendable.

Physical demands required for the successful performance of this job include standing and/or walking for long hours in a day on uneven and steep terrain, and possibly during variable weather conditions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conductdiverse and complex negotiations with landowners (or their designees).
  • Work on the settlement of complex damage claims with landowners (or their designees) relative to property damage caused or created during the construction.
  • Search courthouse and other records to determine present property ownership(s) and the extent of interest therein.
  • Advise and assist in establishing a range of fair market values to be used in the acquisition of land and land rights.
  • Draft and/or supervise the preparation of documents for rights of entry, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, options to purchase and other documents as may be necessary to acquire adequate rights for the project.
  • Compliance with corporate health and safety policies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or required.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's Degree preferred, high school diploma or equivalency required.
  • Minimum 3 years of ROW experience.
  • Oil & Gas,diversified energy or electric transmission experience preferred.
  • Solid working knowledge of personal computers, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Earth, ArcGIS and data management software.
  • Knowledgeable in real estate values and accepted real estate appraisal practices.
  • Ability to work in remote locations for long periods of time.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a high degree of professionalism.
  • Ability to communicate effectively through oral and written communications.
  • Must meet criteria identified in Job Demands & Conditions Analysis for Office and Field Positions.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Local candidates strongly preferred.

Accepting applications on an ongoing basis.

Pay Transparency:

For the Right of Way (ROW) Agent's position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $78,240- $94,584, $37.61/hr - $45.47/hrUSD, limited-term, non-exempt. An employee's pay position within this range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where employee's fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/Flexforce employees are NOT bonus eligible).

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance tobenefits eligible* employees.

*Benefits Eligibility is limited to Regular employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Fixed-Term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours a week or more are eligible for alimitedbenefits package. Casual employees are NOT benefits eligible. See your recruiter for more details.

You can apply for this role throughhttps://www.erm.com/careers/apply/or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, determinable, and payable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!

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About ERM

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As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world's leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

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