Right of Way Agent Associate-Right of Way Agent Senior

American Electric Power; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 63,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power in Wooster, Ohio is seeking a Right of Way professional to acquire land rights, licenses, leases and permits for electric distribution facilities. You will lead negotiations with landowners, draft documents, and coordinate with other units to secure needed rights for construction and maintenance of transmission and distribution lines.

This role requires strong negotiation and communication skills, plus the ability to travel in the assigned territory and review records to

Qualifications

• 4 years’ experience in the acquisition of real estate or right of way procurement.
• 6 years’ experience for senior level, in related field.
• Driver license and Notary Commission.
• Willingness to travel in the assigned territory.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Able to walk long distances or climb steep terrain.

Responsibilities

• Handle negotiations with landowners for acquisition of rights for transmission/distribution facilities and supervise contract agents.
• Settle damage claims with landowners related to construction/maintenance activities.
• Search records to determine property ownership and advise on fair market values.
• Draft/ supervise documents for rights of entry, damages, contracts, easements, licenses, leases and permits.
• Support other business units with questions on land rights acquisition.
• Act as witness in condemnation or court actions and assist in selecting witnesses.
• Maintain property owner files, maps, drawings and progress reports.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Walk long distances

Climb steep terrain

Mapping/easement imaging systems

Computer skills

Travel in territory

Education

Associate degree in business/real estate/engineering/paralegal or related

High school diploma + 1 year ROW procurement experience

High school diploma + 2 years ROW/real estate experience

Associate’s degree in related field (ROW/real estate/engineering)

Tools

Distribution mapping systems

Easement imaging systems

Notary Commission

Job description

Job Posting End Date

11-12-2026

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

Job Summary

Responsible for the acquisition land rights, licenses, leases, permits and other documents necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of electric distribution lines. Responsible for the acquisition of rights required by AEP for the construction, operation and maintenance of electric distribution facilities. This responsibility encompasses many thousand miles of facilities and many acres of land owned involving many thousand dollars investment by AEP. Direct the efforts of any contractor right of way personnel during major acquisition efforts.

Job Description

What You’ll Do:

• Handle complicated negotiations with landowners (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 landowners (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 interest 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.

Note: This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Right of Way Agent Associate level, with increased educational, skill or experience requirements for higher level Right of Way Agent Sr.

What We’re Looking For:

Education requirements are listed below:

Right of Way Agent Associate

• Associate degree in business, real estate, engineering, paralegal or related field OR High school diploma and 1 years’ experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research, or related fields.

Right of Way Agent

• 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.

Right of Way Agent Sr

• Associate’s 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.

Work Experience requirement listed below:

Right of Way Agent

• 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

• 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.

Required License(s)/Certification(s):

• Driver license and Notary Commission

Other:

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

What You’ll Get:

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.

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!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-005

Compensation Range:

$63,496.00 - $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.

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.