Right of Way Specialist

Basic Function HF Sinclair is seeking a Right of Way Specialist to work remotely from either Artesia, NM or Midland, TX. In this role, you will be working independently, simultaneously managing multiple projects or areas of projects. Evaluates and negotiates right of way for the company's pipelines and facilities. Investigates and resolves disputes resulting from property trespass, encroachments, and damage claims. Manages and ensures easement documents captured in right of way database and other document systems. Job Duties * Leads major projects such as a new acquisition and/or abandonment * Serves as Subject Matter Expert for any field project for the Company including working with local agencies such as city, county, state, DOT, and/or railroads. * Negotiates highly complex easements and agreements on various types of properties * Analyzes, prepares reviews and interprets Land and Right of Way related agreements, deeds, easements, leases, permits, and licenses for the Pipeline. * Completes due diligent and gap analysis ensuring sufficient property rights for our Pipelines. * Partners with ROW Manager and other department personnel with Company projects and initiatives. * Collaborates with leaders in the creation and completion of estimates * Compiles and examines documents and information, conducting follow-up, and completing forms to provide support to senior managers and attorneys. * Researches, analyzes, and evaluates property rights and issues * Responds to property issues and requests from internal and external customers * Partners with Manager and other departments personnel with corporate projects and initiatives * Negotiates with external clients and agencies (property owners, government agencies, and legal entities) * Reviews and prepare documents such as licenses, agreements, easements, permits, and renewals * Represents the company as the first point of contact with interested parties * Reviews and manages data in company database relating to rights acquired for placement of company facilities * Tracks permitting time lines Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their superior, as determined from time to time in their sole and complete discretion. Experience A minimum of 8 years related Right of Way experience is required. Education Level A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in lieu of a degree is required. Preferred Education A Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, or related field is preferred. Required Skills Technical expert in area of specialty. Advanced ability to stay abreast of new technology and industry developments and processes and apply knowledge analytically. Communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to develop positive relationships with customers, resolve property-related disputes, and to work effectively with team members. Advanced computer skills and knowledge of customized software. Detail oriented. Knowledge of right of way principles, federal, state and other agency permit requirements. Ability to understand and evaluate right of way, easement, and other property-related documents, legal descriptions, and maps. Research, analysis, and evaluation skills in order to gather data on market values and placement of company facilities on property. Advanced reading and writing skills, with the ability to perform intermediate mathematical calculations. Ability to marshal, motivate and manage resources. Ability to effectively communicate with others, both written and verbal communication. Supervisory/Managerial Responsibility None. Work Conditions Office and field based with up to 50% travel by land and air is required. Out-of-door environment and driver based environment, including but not limited to chemicals, pressure vessels, and tanks. Subject to all temperatures, weather and varying road conditions. Benefits HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following: * Medical Insurance * Vision Insurance * Dental Insurance * Paid Time-Off * 401(k) Retirement Plan with match * Educational Reimbursement * Parental Bonding Time * Employee Discounts We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally. Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards. Physical Requirements Job conditions require standing, walking, sitting, twisting, stooping, crouching, kneeling, talking or hearing, making visual inspections, making precise hand and finger movements, reaching or grasping, lifting and/or carrying up to 50lbs, pushing and/or pulling up to 50lbs, climbing up to 10ft, ability to operate and drive all assigned company vehicles at company standard insurance rates is essential, valid state drivers license and proof of insurance required, and perceiving color differences. Our One HF Sinclair Culture: At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization. We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger. About HF Sinclair Corporation HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. HF Sinclair supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry. Equal Opportunity Employer HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination. Nearest Major Market: Albuquerque