What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Right of Way Agent position at Flint Hills?
Your Job
Flint Hills Resources (FHR) creates value for customers and society through the safe and environmentally responsible operation of approximately 4,000 miles of pipeline assets across seven U.S. states. Our commitment to safety and operational excellence has earned recognition from both industry and government organizations, including being named one of America's Safest Companies. As a subsidiary of Koch Industries, Inc., one of the world's largest privately held companies, we apply Principle Based Management to create long-term value for our employees, customers, and communities.
The Senior Right of Way (ROW) Agent plays a critical role in supporting pipeline operations and capital projects while building and maintaining positive relationships with landowners and other key stakeholders. In this role, you will partner closely with Project Managers, Operations Leaders, Integrity, Corrosion, and Damage Prevention teams to secure agreements, resolve land-related issues, and help ensure maintenance and construction activities are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
Successful candidates bring strong economic thinking, sound judgment, and a commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. They are effective communicators, skilled negotiators, disciplined in managing data and documentation, and passionate about sharing knowledge, mentoring others, and continuously improving the way work gets done.
Our Benefits Package Includes:
- Bonus eligible!
- Automatic 401K company contribution and competitive match program
- Excellent Health benefits
- Potential Tuition Reimbursement
- (3) weeks' vacation to start
What You Will Do
- Identifies land ownership from company and public records
- Provide daily support for maintenance activities, including tool runs, integrity digs, and corrosion projects
- Settlement of property damage claims associated with construction, operation, and maintenance activities
- Review pipeline encroachments and coordinate with the necessary capabilities for review and approval
- Apply established ROW processes, including project frameworks, function process flows, and standard template forms
- Identify performance efficiencies and challenge the status quo
- Manage and execute property acquisition process, including fee property for facilities and ROW easements, licenses or permits.
- Direct contractor support for title and acquisition work
- Prepare cost estimates associated with ROW and other agreement acquisition
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
- Five (5) years of experience in land and right-of-way management, including knowledge of deeds, easements, leases, permits, licenses, and other land-related agreements
- Experience with general pipeline, electric line, or utility construction activity
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to travel up to 30% of the time
What Will Put You Ahead
- Comprehensive knowledge of land rights and titles, survey descriptions, and legal and engineering terminology, including the ability to read and understand maps and engineering plans
- Experience supporting pipeline operations and projects through title research, contractor oversight, property damage claims resolution, agency permitting, and compliance with damage prevention and State One Call requirements.
- Experience mentoring or training junior agents and contract support
This role is not eligible for Visa sponsorship
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Hiring Philosophy
All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.
Who We Are
As a Koch company, Flint Hills Resources is an industry-leading refining company making the oil and transportation products that keep the world moving. We make a large supply of fuel for gas stations and airports in addition to transporting crude oil, natural gas liquids and refined products through 4,000 miles of pipeline - delivering energy to farmers, manufacturers and families. Our team champions innovation and excellence to help power modern life.
At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.
Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.
Equal Opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).