Remote Land Rights Research Specialist II

Duke Energy; Plainfield (IN); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy in Indiana is seeking a Research Specialist II to advance land rights research for infrastructure projects. The role emphasizes real estate documents, title work, and coordination with Real Estate Reps and internal teams.

You will analyze county records to determine ownership, review drawings and legal descriptions, and ensure data integrity across systems while supporting safety goals and project success.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Real Estate, Business, Paralegal, Political Science, Surveying and Topography or Other Related Degree.
• Minimum 2 years related work experience
• In lieu of Associate's degree(s) AND 2 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 4 year(s) related work experience
• Valid Driver's License
• Notary Public - Can be acquired within First Year

Responsibilities

• Mentor and support Research Specialist I or vendor personnel.
• Perform research to determine ownership of property and title condition; review engineering drawings, site plans and legal descriptions.
• Prepare real estate documents for new construction and major projects with a prior rights focus.
• Submit land rights to Data Management for indexing in the asset inventory database; map easements in GIS system.
• Interface with internal Business Partners, Real Estate Representatives, Research Specialists, and Data Management Specialists; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Oral/written communication

Microsoft Office

Organization and time management

Critical thinking

Self-motivation

Real estate practices knowledge

Engineering drawings knowledge

Real estate law knowledge

Title examination experience

Education

Associate's degree in Real Estate or related field

Job description

Duke Energy in Indiana is seeking a Research Specialist II to advance land rights research for infrastructure projects. The role emphasizes real estate documents, title work, and coordination with Real Estate Reps and internal teams.

You will analyze county records to determine ownership, review drawings and legal descriptions, and ensure data integrity across systems while supporting safety goals and project success.