Utilities Right of Way Agent - Kentucky

Utilities Right of Way Agent - Kentucky Location: Pikeville, KY (candidate will have the flexibility to work out of their home office but must reside within a 50-mile radius of Pikeville, KY) Schedule: Full-time Exempt Travel: Candidate can expect to travel extensively throughout Kentucky Why Join ORC? Right of Way is where infrastructure meets innovation—shaping roads, utilities, and communities for the future. At ORC, we offer more than a job—we offer purpose, stability, and growth. You’ll join a team that values collaboration, workplace flexibility, and long‑term opportunity. What We Offer Competitive base pay: $74,000-$90,000 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 Acquire Right‑of‑Way rights for distribution and electrical transmission line projects in accordance with project guidelines and regulations Support the Project Manager (PM) and project team members Conduct basic property research for ownership and boundary information Communicate with property owners and their representatives regarding right of way acquisition Perform general administrative tasks We’re 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 Can adapt to new systems and software environments Minimum of three (3) years of Right of Way acquisition experience Active Kentucky Notary OR the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire Must be proficient with MS Office Suite, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook Must have an iOS or Android smartphone to be able to access ORC's systems Valid Driver’s License 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. Employees must avoid any relationship or activity that might impair, or even appear to impair, their ability to make objective and fair decisions when performing their jobs. To avoid conflicts of interest, employees are prohibited from performing any services for clients or perceived clients during nonworking time that are normally performed by ORC, including the sale of real estate. 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 amounts of computer usage and typing. Expected to spend long spans of time in front of a computer screen. Able to read, understand and interpret department related documents and data. This is a largely sedentary role; however, the employee is occasionally required to move about inside the office to access files, office equipment and to interact with other members of the staff. This employee is required to occasionally travel to government buildings which involves time driving; sometimes for long durations. Employee and Applicant Rights and Responsibilities EEO is the Law All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. These protections extend to all management policies, practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training and career development programs. EEO Policy Statement In order to be considered for employment, it is ORC's policy for all candidates to complete an online application for a specific job opening. ORC will not accept paper applications or resumes that are received in any other electronic format, unless an accommodation is requested. ORC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact Human Resources to let us know the nature of your request. #J-18808-Ljbffr