Easement Negotiator/Land Specialist (Right-of-Way Agent) (Hybrid - La Crosse, WI)

Join Dairyland Power Cooperative in a role that enables you to work with landowners, local governments and internal crews to secure the land rights and agreements needed to build and maintain electric infrastructure. You would negotiate easements, leases and permits, sort through property records, support project layouts and work through issues like landowner concerns or damage claims. It is a role for someone who can stay organized, communicate clearly, manage tough conversations and balance field coordination with detailed office work. For the right person, it is a chance to step into meaningful, visible work that directly supports reliable power service across the communities Dairyland serves! Are you ready to join an organization where we focus on People First, have fun at work and make a difference in what we do? Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration. We’ve worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs. As a team, we work together to leverage the team’s diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best. We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development. Hiring Salary Range: $61,100-$91,700 Compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications. The actual offer may vary, reflecting the candidate's unique blend of experience, educational background, and skill level. The Right of Way Agent will work to learn the various disciplines of the Right-of-Way project lifecycle. Position will focus on Right-of-Way acquisitions, purchase and sale of lands and land rights, negotiation of difficult leases, development and maintenance of public relations and assist in management of existing Cooperative-owned lands and rights of way. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Negotiate the purchase of lands and land rights of routine complexity, e.g., easements, leases, licenses, permits and land use agreements. 2. Meet with governmental authorities (state, municipal, township, city, etc.) to obtain necessary resolution and/or permits needed on an individual case or project basis. 3. Provide input and assistance (office and field) in preliminary layout of proposed projects. 4. Assist and prepare Real Estate Valuation Worksheet, including the compilation of data relating to zoning, highest and best use, topography, soils, comparable market sales, data, improvement inventory and measurement, calculations analysis and correlation of such data to establish equitable valuations to be presented as offers in the purchase of lands and land rights. 5. Prepare documents and other forms used in the purchase and management of lands and land rights. 6. Abstract title information, including a search of all indices of record to establish record ownership and reveal all other interests of record, including encumbrances or other conditions of record that may affect the interest being acquired. 7. Conduct liaison with vegetation crews, construction crews, survey crew, restoration crew and property owners. 8. Investigate and settle construction and /or other damage claims or recommend proper solutions to their settlement. 9. Prepare legible written reports of each negotiation incident and other pertinent facts relating to each transaction and maintain adequate records thereof. 10. Other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education & Experience: Level I - Associates degree in related business, real estate or technical field. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Knowledge in real estate and right-of-way preferred. Skills: • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interface effectively with diverse groups of people • Analytical, problem solving and negotiation skills • Basic understanding of engineering design drawings and aerial maps • Organization skills and the ability to prioritize tasks • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite • Ability to adapt to changing conditions and priorities • Financial aptitude Licenses and Certifications: Valid Driver’s License. State of Wisconsin Real Estate Salesperson License must be obtained within six (6) months of employment as well as successful completion of International Right of Way Association’s Principles of Negotiations. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. May be walking over uneven terrain. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Environmental Demands: Frequently work outdoors in all weather conditions. May involve some exposure to fumes or dust. Other Job Characteristics: May include some overnight travel and evening work throughout the service area. Dairyland Benefits: We are committed to providing our greatest asset, our People, with as many perks and benefits as possible. Some benefits of working with us include: - Health & disability benefits (medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability) - Life insurance - Generous 401(k) and Pension Plans - Paid Time Off - Robust Wellness Program - New Flexible Work Program - Tuition Reimbursement - So much more! Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, contact our HR Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io. With headquarters in La Crosse, Wis., Dairyland is a generation and transmission cooperative that provides wholesale energy for 24 electric distribution cooperatives and 17 municipal utilities in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa and Illinois. At Dairyland, we know that happy employees are the backbone of any good organization. By offering an excellent compensation and benefits package, opportunities for career growth and a supportive environment, Dairyland helps ensure a quality business and premier workplace.