Right of Way Relocation Agent - Fort Worth, TX

ORC is seeking a full-time, exempt Right of Way Relocation Agent to work on projects based out of the Fort Worth, TX office. The selected candidate must reside in the Fort Worth, TX area, and will have flexibility to work a hybrid schedule. Agent should expect to travel locally and throughout the state as needed for the projects. Expenses and mileage reimbursed based on travel needs.

ORC offers an amazing work environment surrounded by a vibrant team that is not only there to challenge and support you, but also will inspire you every day! Leadership is transparent, flexibility is key, and autonomy is part of the job. At ORC, diversity matters, voices are heard, and leadership shows they care.

We are looking for someone who:

Are you a driven individual with a passion for making a difference in people's lives? ORC is seeking a Right of Way Relocation Agent who is dedicated, detail-oriented, and ready to take on exciting projects throughout the state of Texas! As a remote employee, you'll have the flexibility to work from home while enjoying a family-oriented work environment and flexible schedules.

We are looking for someone who thrives in a challenging environment and is a natural problem solver with keen attention to detail and negotiation skills. You should be able to work independently as well as part of a team with minimal supervision and enjoy interacting with diverse groups of people.

What you will be doing:

As the Agent, you will provide essential land acquisition and relocation assistance to displacees for federally funded projects throughout the right-of-way project lifecycle in support of the Project Manager (PM) or members of the project team.

You will play a crucial role in ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. In addition, you will be responsible for preparing real estate documents and conducting basic property research for ownership and boundary information.

Effective communication with property owners and their representatives will be an important part of your role, since you will be acquiring right of way. You will also perform general administrative/clerical work as required, including preparing legal documents, attending meetings, entering and retrieving computer data, and providing customer service functions. As the first point of contact for customer complaints and issues, you will need to be an analytical problem solver with strong attention to detail and negotiation skills.

We are proud to offer:

• Excellent base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• 401K and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement and professional training
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Recognition programs, growth opportunities, and a family-oriented atmosphere

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum of three(3) years of Right of Way experience performing relocations
  
  
  
  • Must include working with OR within the Texas Department of Transportation
  
  
  
  
• Experience utilizing the Uniform Relocation Act (URA)
• ActiveTREC License
• Must be proficient with MS Office Suite, specifically, Excel, Word, Outlook, and Dropbox
• Must have an iOS or Android smartphone to be able to access ORC's systems
• English language proficient
• Valid Driver's License

Bonus pointsif you have anIRWA R/W-RAC and/or SR/WA certification!

Relocation is not provided

ORCis one of America's most respected right-of-way acquisition firms. Our services not only include providing outsourced right-of-way services to public agencies, but also electric transmission, oil and gas pipelines, fiber optic, and sewer and water infrastructure.We are excited to be part of the renewable energy forefront for wind and solar projects.

Employees must avoid any relationship or activity that might impair, or even appear to impair, their ability to make objective and fair decisions when performing their jobs. To avoid conflicts of interest, employees are prohibited from performing any services for clients or perceived clients during nonworking time that are normally performed by ORC, including the sale of real estate.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to clearly communicate and exchange information in person, via phone and email. Substantial repetitive movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers due to high computer usage and typing. Expected to spend long spans of time in front of a computer screen. Able to read, understand and interpret department related documents and data. The employee is required to move about inside the office to access files, office equipment and to interact with other members of the staff. This role requires the employee to occasionally travel to meet with clients or vendors which involves time driving; sometimes for long durations. While meeting with clients and vendors, will need to be outdoors traversing different types of landscapes. May be exposed to the elements (heat, rain, snow, cold).

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