What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Right of Way Agent/ Right of Way Agent (Richmond, Hybrid) position at Dominion Energy?
Dominion Energy is committed to providing reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers our customers every day. If you want to work for a purpose-driven company that values safety and collaboration, we’re looking for you. You won’t just find a job here; you’ll find your career. Review the position below and apply today .
We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.
Job Summary
This role will be filled at the either associate or mid level depending on candidates experience.
Associate ROA: This role researches, creates, secures and processes easements, quitclaims and other related distribution rights-of-way documentation. Coordinate and maintain communication with both internal and external customers, including legal representation, municipalities, title companies, surveyors, environmental, Dominion’s internal legal department, landowners and other entities pertaining to questions, the acquisition or proof of new and existing rights. Responsible for maintaining and managing accurate workload records. Learning and enforcing Rights of Way policies and procedures and reviews easements for approval for recordation and entry into Easement Tracking System.
Mid Level ROA: This role prepares, obtains and maintains easement rights for proposed and existing facilities/projects. Negotiates land rights, processes quitclaims and identifies and defends company easement rights. Prepares and secures easements, special agreements, quitclaims, and plats. Researches company prior rights on relocation projects to assist in determining prorate of jobs. Conducts written and verbal negotiations to discuss easements and rights-of-way and provides assistance to local/regional/system employees and the private sector. Reviews easements for approval for recordation and entry into Easement Tracking System. Works with local design, construction, and operations employees on right-of-way procedures.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
The knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences that are required for entry into this job include the following:
Associate Right of Way Agent I: 1-2 years right of way or industry related experience.
Right of Way Agent : 2-4 years right of way or industry related experience.
Basic knowledge of right of way and easements, basic knowledge of drafting, ability to read and interpret plats, survey and site plans. Basic introduction/skill of GIS tools and mapping procedures. Basic knowledge of AutoCad.
Basic verbal and written communication; interpersonal; negotiation; persuasiveness; proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Ability to work independently; process information quickly; deductive reasoning; research and analyze data and develop solutions.
Education Requirements
Preferred
Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:
Associate
Preferred Disciplines: Business
Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Notary Public
Working Conditions
Cold 26-50%
Office Work Environment 51-75%
Outdoors 26-50%
Travel 26-50%
Other Working Conditions
Test Description
No Testing Required
Export Control
Certain positions at Dominion Energy 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.
What You'll Get
Expected Hiring Base Salary Range:
Associate Right of Way Agent $47,300 -$61,400
Right of Way Agent $52,800- $68,600
The expected hiring base salary range is the range we anticipate hiring within for this position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and work location. This is not intended to represent the full salary range for the position or limit future compensation growth.
At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance. To learn more about our benefits, click here: dombenefits.com.
Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.
You can experience the excitement of our company – it's the difference between taking a job and starting a career.
We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.
Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined below will be considered for this opportunity.
At this time, Dominion Energy cannot transfer or sponsor a work visa or employment authorization for this position.
Job Summary
This role will be filled at the either associate or mid level depending on candidates experience.
Associate ROA: This role researches, creates, secures and processes easements, quitclaims and other related distribution rights-of-way documentation. Coordinate and maintain communication with both internal and external customers, including legal representation, municipalities, title companies, surveyors, environmental, Dominion’s internal legal department, landowners and other entities pertaining to questions, the acquisition or proof of new and existing rights. Responsible for maintaining and managing accurate workload records. Learning and enforcing Rights of Way policies and procedures and reviews easements for approval for recordation and entry into Easement Tracking System.
Mid Level ROA: This role prepares, obtains and maintains easement rights for proposed and existing facilities/projects. Negotiates land rights, processes quitclaims and identifies and defends company easement rights. Prepares and secures easements, special agreements, quitclaims, and plats. Researches company prior rights on relocation projects to assist in determining prorate of jobs. Conducts written and verbal negotiations to discuss easements and rights-of-way and provides assistance to local/regional/system employees and the private sector. Reviews easements for approval for recordation and entry into Easement Tracking System. Works with local design, construction, and operations employees on right-of-way procedures.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
The knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences that are required for entry into this job include the following:
Associate Right of Way Agent I: 1-2 years right of way or industry related experience.
Right of Way Agent : 2-4 years right of way or industry related experience.
Basic knowledge of right of way and easements, basic knowledge of drafting, ability to read and interpret plats, survey and site plans. Basic introduction/skill of GIS tools and mapping procedures. Basic knowledge of AutoCad.
Basic verbal and written communication; interpersonal; negotiation; persuasiveness; proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Ability to work independently; process information quickly; deductive reasoning; research and analyze data and develop solutions.
Education Requirements
Preferred
Degree or an equivalent combination of education and demonstrated related experience may be accepted in lieu of preferred level of education:
Associate
Preferred Disciplines: Business
Other disciplines may be substituted for the preferred discipline(s) listed above
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Notary Public
Working Conditions
Cold 26-50%
Office Work Environment 51-75%
Outdoors 26-50%
Travel 26-50%
Other Working Conditions
Test Description
No Testing Required
Export Control
Certain positions at Dominion Energy 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.
What You'll Get
Expected Hiring Base Salary Range:
Associate Right of Way Agent $47,300 -$61,400
Right of Way Agent $52,800- $68,600
The expected hiring base salary range is the range we anticipate hiring within for this position. The actual salary offered may vary based on factors such as the selected candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and work location. This is not intended to represent the full salary range for the position or limit future compensation growth.
At Dominion Energy, we offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes: health, dental, and vision benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans including 401k contributions and matches, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, bonus eligibility, sick leave, and disability insurance. To learn more about our benefits, click here: dombenefits.com.
Dominion Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin and/or status as a protected veteran or individual with a disability.
You can experience the excitement of our company – it's the difference between taking a job and starting a career.
Salary : $47,300 - $61,400