ROW Agent - Transportation

Position Overview

LJA is seeking a Right of Way Agent to join its team. The ideal candidate will have experience in public infrastructure projects and proficiency in negotiating projects subject to the Uniform Act.

Responsibilities

• Conduct activities related to the acquisition of property rights for public infrastructure projects
• Handle negotiating and associated documentation for parcels on a daily basis
• Communicate with property owners in a respectful and professional manner
• Provide current parcel updates in contact logs and project status reports
• Use advanced technology, techniques, and practices to resolve challenges throughout the acquisition process and related real estate services disciplines
• Provide status updates and participate in status meetings
• Execute responsibilities with a sense of urgency while maintaining quality and accuracy of deliverables
• Continually adhere to customer service standards, including being courteous, responsive, conscientious, and striving for accuracy

Qualifications

• 4-Year College Degree (or equivalent experience)
• Active Texas Real Estate Sales Agent’s License
• Active Texas Notary (or ability to obtain one within 45 days)
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, including use of proper grammar, minimal misspellings, and infrequent typographical errors
• Experience in negotiating with property owners to acquire real property rights for public infrastructure projects
• Ability to build and maintain strong internal and external relationships, as well as establish rapport with property owners
• Proficiency in document organization (both electronic and paper)
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Demonstration of self-motivation and ethical behavior
• Ability to continuously and proactively collaborate, share, seek guidance, and receive feedback through open dialogue
• Able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Possess critical thinking and problem-solving attributes
• Knowledge of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisitions Policies Act of 1970, as amended
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, especially TEAMS, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Able to travel overnight, if needed
• Valid Driver’s License (good driving record)
• Able to work with team members in other geographic offices
• Familiarity with acquisition appraisal elements and methodology
• Possess reliable transportation

Bonus Points

• R/W-NAC or SR/WA from the International Right of Way Association
• Education related to real estate or appraisal
• Experience working in Texas and on TxDOT, county, or municipal projects

Mind/Body Endurance

• Able to sit for extended periods of time working on a computer with various software applications
• Mobile to attend project meetings, client meetings, and meetings with team members and support staff
• Actively participate in virtual and in-person meetings
• Use of camera in virtual meetings to foster successful communication
• Work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Capable of quickly evaluating accuracy in real estate acquisition documents

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, and more