Right of Way Agent Assoc-Sr

American Electric Power; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 79,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

American Electric Power in Ohio is seeking a Right of Way professional to acquire land rights and related documents for transmission and distribution projects, with supervision of contract agents.

The role involves negotiating with landowners, settling damage claims, researching records, and drafting rights/easements documents, with travel in the territory and strong communication skills required.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate degree in business, real estate, engineering, paralegal or related field; or HS diploma with 2 years real estate/right of way experience.
• 4 years in real estate or ROW procurement, surveying, title research; 6 years for Sr role (in addition to above).
• Driver license and Notary Commission required.
• Travel in assigned territory and strong oral/written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with landowners for rights to construct, operate and maintain lines; supervise contract agents as needed.
• Settle complex damage claims with landowners and supervise agents.
• Search courthouse/records to determine ownership and property interests; advise on fair market values for acquisitions.
• Draft/oversee documents for rights of entry, damages, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits and options.

Skills

Negotiation

Real estate knowledge

Title research

Documentation drafting

Communication skills

Mapping systems

Education

Associate degree or higher

High school diploma + 2 yrs real estate/right of way experience

Tools

Easement imaging systems

Electronic mapping systems

Job description

Job Posting End Date

10-22-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Responsible, with minimal supervision and the ability to supervise contract agents, for the acquisition of land, land rights, licenses, leases, permits, and other documents necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution lines.

Job Description

Right of Way Agent (Salary Grade 6)

Right of Way Agent Sr (Salary Grade 7)

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

What You’ll Do:

• Handle complicated negotiations with land owners (or their designees) for the acquisition of rights relative to the construction, reconstruction, enlargement or maintenance of electric transmission and/or distribution facilities and supervise contract agents as required.
• Settle complicated damage claims with land owners (or their designees) relative to property damage caused or created by AEP during the construction, reconstruction, enlargement, maintenance or removal of transmission and/or distribution facilities and supervise contract agents as required.
• Search courthouse and other records as may be available to determine present property ownership(s) and the extent of interests therein. Remain knowledgeable in real estate values and accepted real estate appraisal practices; advise and assist the Right of Way Supervisor in establishing a range of fair market values to be used in the acquisition of land and land rights.
• Draft and/or supervise the preparation of documents for rights of entry, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, options to purchase and other documents as may be necessary to acquire adequate rights for AEP's electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
• Assist the ROW Supervisor in providing functional support to other AEP Business Units in regard to questions and procedures in the acquisition of land and land rights.
• Act as a witness and assist in the selection of witnesses and commissioners in connection with condemnation and/or other court actions involving electric transmission and/or distribution facilities.
• Maintain property owner files, maps, drawings, exhibits and detailed progress reports.

What We’re Looking For:

Required License(s)/Certification(s): Driver license and Notary Commission

Right of Way Agent (Salary Grade 6)

Education: Associate degree in business, real estate, engineering, paralegal or related field; (Or) high school diploma and 2 years experience in the acquisition of real estate and right of way or related field.

Experience: 4 years experience in the acquisition of real estate or right of way procurement, surveying, title research or related type of work. This is in addition to any experience listed above.

Right of Way Agent Sr (Salary Grade 7)

Education: Associates degree in business, engineering, paralegal, real estate or related field; (Or) High school diploma and 2 years' experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research or related fields.

Experience: 6 years experience in in the acquisition of real estate or right of way procurement, surveying, title research or related type of work. This is in addition to any experience listed above.

Additional Expectations:

• Travel in assigned territory.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Capable of walking long distances and or climbing steep terrain.
• Capable of utilizing all distribution electronic mapping and easement imaging systems.
• Strong computer skills.

What You’ll Get:

This single vacancy is posted in a range. Please note that Education and/or relevant Experience will be used to determine the appropriate salary and salary grade.

Right of Way Agent (Salary Grade 6)

$79,000.00-$89,000.00 Annually (USD)

Right of Way Agent Sr (Salary Grade 7)

$91,000.00-$101,000.00 Annually (USD)

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade: SP20-006

Compensation Range: $74,551.00 - $109,543.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.