Senior Land Agent

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At Enbridge we deliver safe and reliable natural gas to millions of customers throughout Ohio and we do that by fueling our dedicated and skilled workforce. Whether you enjoy the outdoors or prefer the office environment we value inclusion and diversity in all facets of our business. Its not just a job its a career!

We know that family is important and thats why we offer competitive benefits a savings plan and generous time off. When required we also provide training.

We are looking for a Senior Land Agent to join our team!

What You Will Do:

This role is the third level position within the Land Agent developmental job progression. This role negotiates and secures legal land agreements with affected landowners whether they are private owners corporations or government agencies to permit the construction of natural gas distribution facilities. Distinguished from other Land Agent levels by an advanced ability to exercise independent judgement and decision-making in planning organizing and conducting work assignments. The incumbent may receive instructions and guidance on unusual or complex problems and knows when to get others involved.

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Negotiates prepares and secures binding agreements (rights-of-way leases grants fee purchases etc.) with property owners.

• Performs title research and investigations.

• Identifies ownership of surface and subsurface real estate interests for affected properties.

• Acts as liaison between landowner and company.

• Inspects property and utilizes public information and comparable real estate information to determine value.

• Prepares and submits applications for various permits licenses and bonds (may include road/railroad crossings driveway permits building permits heavy hauling permits water crossing permits other utility encroachment permits etc.).

• Investigates damage claims assesses damages and negotiates settlements.

• Interprets creates and enforces land or easements rights.

• Coordinates efforts with input from inside organization outside contractors and legal counsel.

• Coordinates procurement of outside land services as needed through the preparation of request for proposals (RFPs) analysis of proposals and awarding of contracts.

• Coordinates efforts of contract land agents on various projects as applicable.

• Manages project land budgets and prepares regular reports on financial progress.

• Perform other responsibilities as required.

Who You Are:

• Bachelors Degree and 5 years directly related experience or

• Associates Degree and 7 years of directly related experience or

• High school diploma and 9 years of directly related experience.

• Directly Related Experience includes: Probate contract and real estate laws; oil and gas exploration title/mineral research land management or right of way agent experience. Bargaining and negotiation experience.

• Knowledge: Knowledge of state and local laws concerning royalty ownership laws of descent storage rights and property rights. Knowledge of courthouse record keeping. Working knowledge of pipeline construction practices.

• Skills: Demonstrated negotiation skills and ability to assist in developing leasing and land agreement strategies. Excellent verbal written and interpersonal communication problem-solving time management strong computer skills.

• Abilities: Proficiency in all aspects of land management. Ability to complete title searches for determining oil gas mineral surface and subsurface rights. Ability to speak persuasively and develop rapport internally and externally. Prepare reports letters memos and to maintain documentation. Ability to plan and organize and work independently. Perform calculations and land valuations. Ability to interpret maps plats blueprints plans and surveys. Manage multiple projects. Ability to work with a team and independently with minimal supervision. Ability to identify solutions to resolve conflicts.

• Physical attributes to perform essential function of the job: walking climbing stooping bending and prolonged standing. Must have valid drivers license and be able to drive.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree and 7 years directly related land experience

• Natural Gas Distribution/Transmission pipeline operations experience

• Senior Right of Way Agent (SRWA) designation through the International Right of Way Association (IRWA) and/or Certified Professional Landman (CPL).

Licenses Certifications or Quals Description

• Must possess valid drivers license.

• If notary license not currently held must obtain notary license upon/during employment.

Working Conditions:

• Office Work Environment: 51-75%

• Travel: 26-50%

Dominion Legacy Pay Grade N41

Export Control

Due to our ongoing integration with Dominion Energy certain positions may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in Dominion Energy limiting its consideration of certain applicants.

Physical Requirements (Include but are not limited to):

Grasping kneeling light moderate lifting (objects up to 20 pounds) reaching above shoulder repetitive motion typing sitting standing visual requirement (able to see screens detect color coding read fine print) hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.

Mental Requirements (Both field & office) include but are not limited to:

Ability to: understand remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines complete routine forms compose letters outlines memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.

Company paid international relocation assistance is not offered for this role.

At Enbridge we are dedicated to our core value of are proud to bean Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to age race color national or ethnic origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status family status veteran status Indigenous status disability or any other reason protected by federal state or local with disabilities can request accessible formats communication supports or other accessibility assistance by contacting .

Information For Applicants:

• Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.

• We appreciate your interest in working with us; however only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

• Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening including a criminal records check.

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