Job Type

Full-time Salary

Exemption Type

Exempt

Location

CT US
MA US
ME US
NH US
NY US (Primary)
RI US
VT US

Category

Industry Professional

Travel

50%

Compensation Range

$78,000-$93,000 per year

Job Description

Location: Remote (candidate will have the flexibility to work out of their home office but must reside in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, or New York)
Schedule: Full-time, Exempt
Travel: Candidate should expect to travel about 50% of the time throughout New England states and New York.

What We Offer

• Competitive base pay: $78,000-$93,000 per year
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match and disability coverage
• Paid time off, sick time, and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and professional training
• Recognition programs and growth opportunities
• ClassPass and Breethe Memberships

What You'll Do

• Provide land acquisition services throughout the right-of-way lifecycle, in compliance with project guidelines and regulations
• Review title reports and updates, ROW impact and construction plans, project impact valuations and offer presentation documents, among others; for accuracy and reiteration to impacted owners and other project stakeholders
• Deliver property rights documents to owners and representatives; negotiate and secure parcels through approved counteroffers
• Maintain contact documentation, conduct final title checks, manage back taxes, and ensure removal of compensated items
• Submit and track offer letters, counteroffers, and Releases of Damages; attend field reviews and provide weekly status reports
• Handle administrative tasks including mailing notifications, filing deeds, verifying condemnation parcel addresses, and organizing acquisition packets
• Submit vendor forms to expedite payments and support efficient project closeout

We are looking for someone who

• Works efficiently and effectively under tight deadlines
• Can prioritize and balance multiple tasks
• Demonstrates strong organization and planning skills
• Is analytical, detail-oriented, and eager to learn
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Thrives in a fast-paced administrative setting
• Provides strong customer service experience
• Can adapt to new systems and software environments

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum of six (6) year of right of way acquisition experience
  • Must include experience negotiating for property rights and relocating displaced individuals and businesses with minimal oversight
• Active Notary OR the ability to obtain within one year of employment
• Must be proficient with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, Outlook, and Dropbox
• Must have an iOS or Android smartphone to be able to access ORC's systems
• Valid Driver's License

Bonus Points if you have IRWA or equivalent certifications in corresponding ROW disciplines!

Relocation and per diem are not provided

Ready to Apply?
Make your mark on projects that matter. Apply now to join a supportive team that invests in your future.

Our job titles may span more than one career level. Compensation for this position is dependent upon many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for benefits and employee travel reimbursements.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to clearly communicate and exchange information in person, via phone and email. Substantial repetitive movements of the wrists, hands and/or fingers due to high computer usage and typing. Able to read, understand and interpret department related documents and data. The employee is required to move about inside the office to access files, office equipment and to interact with other members of the staff. This role requires the employee to travel to meet with clients or vendors which involves time driving; sometimes for long durations. While meeting with clients and vendors, will need to be outdoors traversing different types of landscapes. May be exposed to the elements (heat, rain, snow, cold).