Land Specialist
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Responsible for serving as the process specialist in all areas of the Right-of-Way group including the responsibilities for preparing easements, writing legal descriptions, determining records of ownership and encumbrances of property from maps and county courthouse records. Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day-to-day work routine for self and others.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- A working knowledge of right-of-way, land lease and land acquisition at a level normally acquired through the completion of an associate's degree in a related field or equivalent experience; and
- Two years right-of-way acquisition, abstracting, oil/mineral leasing or title insurance experience; and
- Ability to obtain and maintain notary in the stats of residence and able to be bonded.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage or unauthorized access.
- May be required to maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered.
- Requires travel: Minimal (up to 10%).
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Searches courthouse records, prepares title data, prepares easements and determines compensation for easements rights. Reviews all easements for accuracy and completeness of land descriptions, titles and notarization.
- Applies for railroad permits, which includes reviewing the region personnel’s legal descriptions & exhibits to be sent with application as well as permit fees and insurance information.
- Prepares and provides copies of easements and permits to internal/external customers.
- Responsible for verifying company owned land for internal/external customers.
- Perform other tasks and special projects as assigned.
Offers typically made between: $27.46 - $34.32 per hour
Deadline to Apply: November 4, 2026 @ 11 a.m. CST