Distribution Right of Way Representative (Associate - Senior Level)

Salary Range: $71,894 - $134,665. Relocation assistance is not provided. This is a hybrid role based out of our Downtown Fort Worth office.

About Us

Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution business that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor operates the largest transmission and distribution system in Texas, delivering power to nearly 4 million homes and businesses and operating more than 145,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines.

Summary

The incumbent serves as Oncor Electric Delivery’s representative in acquiring land and land rights necessary for the construction and operation of Oncor’s distribution facilities. The Right of Way (ROW) Representative manages Oncor right of way assets to protect Oncor’s title and interest, prevent encroachments, trespass, and environmental misuse. This role assists in negotiations and mediates on behalf of Oncor regarding relocation of facilities and acquisition and protection of land rights. Responsibilities include initiating and managing ROW projects, engaging support personnel, establishing documentation, negotiating with landowners, and supporting key stakeholders. Depending on experience level, the incumbent may assist in training ROW Associate Representatives and Contract Right of Way Agents.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a Field Agent point of contact on extensive projects and assists in coordinating job activities of Right of Way Representatives and consultants.
• Applies paralegal skills and knowledge of real estate law to prepare legal documents such as easements for execution.
• Establishes and updates project schedules and statuses in compliance with weekly and monthly reporting requirements.
• Researches public records to determine property ownership and assists in abstracting title to locate easements and fee title deeds.
• Protects Oncor’s investment, title, and rights in real property, preventing trespass, unauthorized encroachments, environmental misuse, and maintenance concerns.
• Provides guidance to Distribution Design and Operations personnel on land and landowner issues.
• Serves as Oncor’s representative in negotiations, maintenance, or removal of facilities and issues payments.
• Oversees Contract Agents on extensive projects, reviewing and approving invoices and job activities to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Conducts meetings with Company staff, property owners, city governments, title companies, developers, and other entities to coordinate projects and resolve problems.
• Determines Oncor’s rights pursuant to existing easements and acts as a liaison between landowners, designers, project managers, and legal teams.
• Reviews easements, deeds, licenses, leases, and contracts, coordinating with Oncor’s Legal Department for resolution.
• Determines property values through the appraisal process, including right of way costs, land uses, crop yield values, and production costs.

Skills

• Familiarity with real estate law, eminent domain (condemnation) proceedings, real estate industry practices, and public real estate records.
• Knowledge of appraisal techniques and regulatory and environmental rules and regulations.
• Proficient organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to lead effective cross-functional team meetings.
• Strong negotiating and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Qualifications

ROW Representative Associate Level

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent (required).
• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree (encouraged).
• Experience in distribution and/or transmission (encouraged).
• 1 or more years of right of way or related utility experience (required).
• In lieu of a degree, 5+ years of related experience (encouraged).

ROW Representative Level

• 2 or more years of right of way or related utility experience (required).
• In lieu of a degree, 7+ years of related experience (encouraged).
• International Right of Way Association Membership (encouraged).

ROW Representative Senior Level

• 3 or more years of right of way or related utility experience (required).
• In lieu of a degree, 9+ years of related experience (encouraged).
• International Right of Way Association Membership (required).
• Real Estate Salesperson/Broker license (encouraged).
• Senior Right of Way (SR/WA) designation (encouraged).

Measures of Success

• Develops successful negotiating strategies to acquire easements and land rights on schedule and within budget.
• Accurately researches property records for ownership and chain of title.
• Proactively coordinates project meetings with stakeholders to meet schedule and budget objectives.
• Conducts thorough research on potential site locations and provides findings and recommendations.
• Actively assesses project risks and develops mitigation plans to minimize impacts.
• Effectively communicates project status and risks to management and stakeholders.
• Manages Contract Right of Way Agent activities to distribute workload efficiently.
• Prepares market analyses and sets value for easements granted to third parties.
• Completes International Right of Way courses for Property Management/Easement Acquisition and/or recertification.
• Completes education and examination requirements for a Texas Real Estate license and maintains it in good standing.
• Successfully negotiates and settles property damage claims.
• Stays up to date on Oncor Electric Delivery and Departmental policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Annual incentive program.
• Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
• Wellness incentives (up to $2,300 in 2026 for employees).
• 401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
• 401k match for student debt program.
• Cash balance pension plan.
• Adoption assistance.
• Mental health resources.
• Employee resource groups.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays, and 2 personal holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury.
• Commuter benefits and electric vehicle incentive program.
• Appliance purchase plan.

Participation in benefit programs for employees in collective bargaining units is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.