Right of Way Agent - Ohio

ORC; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 61,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off, sick time, and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

ClassPass and Breethe memberships

Recognition programs

Job summary

ORC is seeking a Right of Way Professional to join our team in a remote Ohio-based role. You'll manage land acquisition, title reviews, and parcel negotiations while supporting project closeouts and documentation. The position offers flexibility to work from home in Ohio and requires travel around Ohio about 25% of the time.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and strong communication as you coordinate with owners and internal teams to progress projects efficiently.

Qualifications

• Must hold at least one of the following: Prequalification, License, or Notary.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Smartphone to access ORC’s systems and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide land acquisition services throughout the right-of-way lifecycle.
• Review title takeoffs, construction plans, and ROW documents; prepare Waiver Valuation Forms.
• Deliver property rights documents; negotiate and secure parcels through counteroffers.
• Maintain contact documentation, conduct title checks, manage back taxes, and remove compensated items.
• Submit offers, counteroffers, releases of damages; attend field reviews and provide status reports.
• Handle administrative tasks including notices, deeds, addresses, and packets.

Skills

Deadline management

Organized

Clear communication

Adaptability

Education

Prequalification / License / Notary

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

Description

Department: Right of Way Professional

Location: Remote - OH

Compensation: $61,045 - $88,542 / year

Location: Ohio (candidate will have the flexibility to work out of their home office but must reside in Ohio)

Schedule: Full Time; Exempt

Travel: Candidate can expect to travel locally and throughout Ohio about 25% of the time

Why Join ORC?

Right of Way is where infrastructure meets innovation—shaping roads, utilities, and communities for the future. At ORC, we offer more than a job—we offer purpose, stability, and growth. You’ll join a team that values collaboration, workplace flexibility, and long-term opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Provide land acquisition services throughout the right-of-way lifecycle, in compliance with project guidelines and regulations
• Review and correct title takeoffs, construction plans, and ROW documents; prepare and submit Waiver Valuation Forms
• Deliver property rights documents to owners and representatives; negotiate and secure parcels through approved counteroffers
• Maintain contact documentation, conduct final title checks, manage back taxes, and ensure removal of compensated items
• Submit and track offer letters, counteroffers, and Releases of Damages; attend field reviews and provide weekly status reports
• Handle administrative tasks including mailing notifications, filing deeds, verifying condemnation parcel addresses, and organizing acquisition packets
• Submit vendor forms to expedite payments and support efficient project closeout

We’re Looking for Someone Who

• Works efficiently under tight deadlines and keeps multiple priorities moving
• Is organized, analytical, and detail-oriented
• Communicates clearly and professionally — in writing, on the phone, and face to face
• Brings a strong service mindset to every landowner and client interaction
• Picks up new systems and software quickly
• Is eager to learn and grow in the right of way profession

Minimum Requirements

• Must hold at least one of the following: [Prequalification, License, or Notary — specify per posting]
• Proficient with MS Office Suite — specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook
• An iOS or Android smartphone to access ORC’s systems
• Valid driver’s license

Where You Fit

This posting covers Public Sector Agent levels 1–3. Every candidate is assessed and evaluated during the hiring process to determine their level based on factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and market demands. Your offer will reflect the level that best matches your experience.

• Public Sector Agent — $61,045 – $65,624 | Minimum of 2+ years of full-time professional work experience where you regularly did at least three of the following:
  • Met face to face with members of the public, customers, or community members, including people you didn’t know
  • Explained complex information, policies, or processes in plain language
  • Negotiated, persuaded, or resolved disagreements
  • Handled conflict, rejection, or difficult conversations professionally
  • Documented conversations, cases, or transactions accurately
  • Managed your own schedule and workload with limited supervision
  • Represented an organization or client in the field
• Backgrounds that often fit include military, law enforcement, fire and EMS, public service, education, insurance claims, sales, customer service, field operations, utility and telecom field work, surveying, construction coordination, permitting, property management, title, escrow, and real estate. This list is not exhaustive.
• Public Sector Agent 1 — $67,455 – $72,514 | Minimum of 1-3 years direct Right of Way acquisition experience
• Public Sector Agent 2 — $74,538 – $80,128 | Minimum of 3-5 years direct Right of Way acquisition experience
• Public Sector Agent 3 — $82,365 – $88,542 | Minimum of 5+ years of direct Right of Way acquisition experience

Per diem and relocation are not provided

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match, plus disability coverage
• Paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and paid professional development
• ClassPass and Breethe memberships
• Recognition programs and real room to grow

That’s the quick version — learn more about benefits at ORC.

Employees must avoid any relationship or activity that might impair, or even appear to impair, their ability to make objective and fair decisions when performing their jobs. To avoid conflicts of interest, employees are prohibited from performing any services for clients or perceived clients during nonworking time that are normally performed by ORC, including the sale of real estate.

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, it requires a combination of office-based and field work. Employees will spend prolonged periods sitting and performing computer-based tasks, including typing, data entry, and virtual communication, while also regularly traveling to landowner properties, project sites, and government facilities, some of which may be in rural or remote locations with limited accessibility. Driving is an essential function of the role and may involve extended periods and long-distance travel. Fieldwork may require walking over uneven terrain, standing, or navigating outdoor environments, with routine exposure to varying weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and snow. The role also involves frequent interaction with a diverse range of individuals, including landowners, government officials, and members of the public, requiring the ability to communicate effectively and maintain professionalism across differing personalities and potentially challenging situations. Flexibility in scheduling is necessary to accommodate travel, site access, and stakeholder availability, along with adherence to safety protocols in both office and field settings.