Land Acquisition Real Estate Specialist (Anniston, AL)

Alabama Power Company – Land Acquisition, Eastern This position will be located in Anniston, AL Position Summary The Real Estate Specialist position supports Corporate Real Estate’s efforts to acquire legally defendable land and land rights for Alabama Power Company. The primary job duties will include negotiating with landowners to acquire land rights necessary to facilitate the construction, operation and maintenance of the company’s system and its facilities. This position will have significant interaction with internal and external customers, as well as local and absentee landowners. Major Job Responsibilities Include The primary responsibility for this role is to acquire right of way for distribution facilities and provide periodic support to transmission acquisition and fee land by way of the following:Maintain excellent communication with colleagues, customers and landownersEstablish relationships with distribution engineersEstablish relationships with probate office personnelBe customer service focusedPerform title searches and title curative workManage multiple projects with minimal supervisionManage workload via information management softwareInterpret engineering drawings and/or survey drawingsand write legal descriptionsPerform field checks for each project requestConsistently maintain attention to detail while performing job responsibilitiesEffectively negotiate with landownersSupport storm restoration efforts as assigned Candidates with the following preferred qualifications are encouraged to apply! Position Qualifications Education & Experience : Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred. Relevant work experience will be consideredPrevious experience negotiating with landowners to acquire land or land rights for Rights of Way highly preferredExperience performing title research highly preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge and understanding of land, land rights, and land transactionsAbility to perform extensive title research to identify all individuals, business entities, or others who currently have an interest in the ownership of the propertyAbility to read and understand engineering sketches, property documents, legal descriptions and drawingsStrong oral and written communication skillsExcellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interface with colleagues, customers, and land ownersDemonstrated ability to provide excellent customer serviceDemonstrated negotiation and problem-solving skillsAbility to manage multiple projects with competing deadlinesEffective and efficient time management skillsKnowledge and understanding of company’s core businessProficiency with Microsoft Office Behavioral Attributes Commitment to Safety First and Our Values (Intentional Inclusion, Act with Integrity, Superior Performance)Must be a self-starter capable of working with minimal supervisionCustomer focus with an enthusiastic, positive attitudeInitiative and flexibility as well as personal responsibilityBuild positive relationships as a team playerMotivated self-starter with a willingness to learn License And Certifications Valid Alabama driver’s license is requiredAbility to obtain State of Alabama at Large Notary Public Appointment Other Requirements Must live within a reasonable commuting distance to Eastern Division Office in Anniston, Alabama or be able to quickly relocate to within a reasonable commuting distance Benefits Competitive PayExcellent benefits packages which includes:Medical and dental coverageDefined Pension/Cash Balance Benefit PlanPerformance-sharing plan401(k) plan with a generous company matchBonus opportunitiesTuition ReimbursementPlease submit an updated resume with your application_ Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama. For more information, visit www.AlabamaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/AlabamaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/AlabamaPower), LinkedIn (Linkedin.com/company/alabama-power), and Instagram (Instagram.com/alabamapower). Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com . Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process. Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. Job Identification: 21346 Job Category: Real Estate & Land Management Job Schedule: Full time Company: Alabama Power