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Summary

This position will direct the procurement of property interests for construction and continued maintenance of Chugach facilities and assist with the establishment and maintenance of easement, permit and real property records for Chugach facilities.

Essential Functions

1. Maintain, operate, organize and direct the acquisition of property interests. These responsibilities may be expanded to include all Chugach property interests.

2. Prepare ROW services for internal projects and external agency projects.

3. Prepare and administer easement and permit acquisitions for distribution and transmission projects.

4. Compile and maintain records of easements, permits, leases and other Chugach property interests both original and by computer records.

5. Research and verify the ownership of property and prepare all necessary legal land descriptions for the acquisition of easements or other property interests necessary to accommodate Chugach's construction schedule.

6. Review requests for Encroachment Agreements and Letters of Non-Objection from member-owners.

7. Research and prepare instruments for easement release.

8. Prepare and assist with delivery of right-of-way training materials and documents.

9. Prepare applications and acquisition of permits from Federal, State, Municipal and Borough agencies.

10. Prepare easement recommendations for platting activity of Municipal and Borough Planning Authorities.

11. Provide information to requesting parties regarding Chugach right-of-way policies or easement holdings.

12. Prepare the notification of construction letters to property owners relative to scheduled construction or maintenance.

13. Investigate complaints from member-owners or other parties regarding property matters.

14. Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency by identifying areas of opportunity and sharing recommendations with management.

15. Other duties as assigned.

Relationships

Internal

• Manager, Land Services: Report to, receive direction, guidance and decisions from.

• Other Right-of-Way Agents: Work with, exchange information and provide assistance.

• Land Services Coordinator: Confer with, give and receive information.

• Other Chugach Departments: Confer with, give and receive information.

External

• Bargaining Unit Representatives

• Member-Owners: Provide assistance to, give and receive information.

• Federal, State and Local Government Agencies: Consult and coordinate with.

• Consulting Firms: Advise, coordinate and consult with.

• Professional Associations: Interact with, exchange information.

• Engineering/Survey Firms, Title Companies, Real Estate Agencies, Banks: Provide information to.

Competencies

1. Current knowledge of Federal, State and Municipal land use regulations and applicable local geography.

2. Knowledge of laws and practices related to the acquisition of land and right-of-way for utility use.

3. Proficient in public and private land records research.

4. Knowledge of the source and nature of records and documents related to real property, and property conveyance forms, instruments, methods and requirements.

5. Demonstrated ability to organize workflow.

6. Ability to gather and analyze real property data and maintain accurate records.

7. Effective written and oral communication skills.

8. Ability to negotiate the acquisition of permits from governmental agencies.

9. Ability to work effectively with the general public in the acquisition of easements.

10. Proven ability to be self-motivated and work independently with minimal supervision.

11. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

12. Proven ability to uphold ethical and professional conduct.

13. Ability to serve as Notary Public.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a standard office environment with some fieldwork required. Some evening and weekend work may be required. Must possess a valid Alaska driver’s license.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Right-of-Way Agent I

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent, required. Active Right of Way certification with the International Right of Way Association, preferred.

Experience

One (1) year of basic right-of-way land management activities with experience in researching, real estate land title, easement interests, and permit applications, required. Experience in easement interests of an electrical utility, preferred. Experience working in a utility or union environment, preferred.

Right-of-Way Agent II

Education

Associate’s degree in business administration, real estate, or related field, required. Active Right of Way certification with the International Right of Way Association, preferred.

Experience

Two (2) years of documented experience in governmental, public or commercial acquisition of real property interests, involving permit applications, easement negotiations, title examination, easement recordation, real property law, required. Experience working in a utility or union environment, preferred.

Substitution

Additional professional experience in a similarly complex role or related field (above the 2-year minimum) may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Right-of-Way Agent III

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, real estate, or related field, required. Active Right of Way certification with the International Right of Way Association, preferred.

Experience

Two (2) years of documented experience in governmental, public or commercial acquisition of real property interests, involving permit applications, easement negotiations, title examination, easement recordation, real property law, and related work to include but not limited to platting requests, letters of non-objection, encroachment permits for public and private use areas, required. Experience working in a utility or union environment, preferred.

Substitution

Additional professional experience in a similarly complex role or related field (above the 2-year minimum) may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. Chugach is pleased to provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines. We have many services that make it easy to power homes and businesses with Chugach.

A little more about us: Chugach has been around for a long time, recently celebrating 75 years! We are a stable company, in a stable industry. And while we may have stability, we are modern, sustainable and forward-thinking to ensure that we provide reliable services for generations to come. We also pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. We have several 20, 30 and 40 + year tenured employees who continue foster an inclusive, innovative corporate environment. Find your spark!

Chugach's corporate vision:
Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.

Chugach's corporate mission:
We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.

Chugach's corporate values:
Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.

Equal Employment Opportunity
It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law.
Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.

Chugach Electric does not sponsor employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application and throughout employment. Employees must be able to provide documentation to Chugach Electric to show their identity and authorization to work.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Premium & Deductible are paid for by Chugach Electric. The plan includes coverage of:

• Medical, RX, Dental & Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Telemedicine

FINANCIAL SECURITY

• 401K Plan
• Defined Benefit (Pension)
• Retirement Investment services
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Chugach Electric
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flex Spending Account (Health, Limited Use, Dependent Care)

WORK, LIFE & HEALTH

• 20 days vacation for first year of employment
• 10 Paid Holidays + 3 Float Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• MetLife Will Preparation