Senior Agent

County of Sonoma; California; Remote; USD 70,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in California is looking for a Senior Agent for their remote position focusing on residential and business relocation services. Applicants should have extensive experience in the right-of-way industry, with responsibilities that include delivering high-quality assistance, negotiating acquisitions, and maintaining complete case files. Competitive compensation is offered, supporting a collaborative and innovative workplace environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Hands-on mentorship

Comprehensive benefit package

Qualifications

• 4+ years in the right-of-way industry.
• Active Real Estate License required.
• Detail oriented, can manage deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality relocation assistance services.
• Independently negotiate rights of way for projects.
• Maintain accurate case files and prepare reports.

Skills

Negotiation

Problem Solving

Communication

Organizational Skills

Detail Oriented

Education

Bilingual Preferred

Active Real Estate License

College Degree Preferred

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Salary Range- $70k - $150k depending on credentials and years of experience

Join the Monument Team! Explore Exciting Career Opportunities

Who We Are:

Monument is a full-service real estate and right-of-way company seeking talented professionals to join our dynamic and growing team. We foster an innovative workplace and culture, prioritizing collaboration, connection, and work-life balance. Our remote workplace model has been a cornerstone of our success for years, allowing us to deliver exceptional results while maintaining a highly engaged and connected workforce.

We serve local, state, and federal agencies, utility entities, transportation authorities, and engineering partners with public infrastructure projects throughout California. We deliver projects involving electric and alternative energy systems, oil, gas, water, transportation, transit, flood, sewer, and public facilities. Our team comprises the best in the industry, and we have delivered some of the largest projects in California. Monument’s interdisciplinary team comprises highly experienced project managers, seasoned acquisition and land agents, relocation experts, title researchers, and project support specialists, all working together to provide solutions at every project phase.

Available Opportunity:

Senior Agent- in the greater Sacramento and Los Angeles area. This is a remote workplace position, but residency in California is necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Residential and Business Relocation Services:

Responsible for delivering high quality relocation assistance services to a diverse clientele.
Responsible for successfully relocating residential tenants (owner and tenant occupants), commercial businesses, farms, and non-profit organizations dependent on project scope.
Interviews displacees to establish relocation needs and special requirements.
Provides clear explanations of relocation program, benefits and processes; prepares and distributes required notices.
Provides ongoing advisory assistance to minimize hardship for the displacees.
Calculates and determines eligibility for benefits; prepares claim forms; processes payments through the displacing entity.
Conducts property searches for replacement housing or business sites; coordinates the moving process.

Acquisition Services
Negotiates independently with property owners, mortgage holders, corporations, executers, or their attorneys or representatives to obtain rights of way for projects, either private or public, by fee purchases, dedication or stipulation.
Investigates and negotiates with property owners or their agents in matters relating to purchase, lease or disposal of real property.
Analyzes and interprets detailed appraisals for use in negotiated acquisitions, sales, leases or condemnation suits.
Understands appraisals and appraisal concepts including FF&E and Goodwill
Resolves escrow closing issues with property owners, agencies, and escrow holders.
Examines and interprets title reports and various recorded real estate documents to secure clear title for the agency/project.
Prepares and coordinates the preparation of deeds, re-conveyances, agreements, maps and other documents involving property rights.
Verifies boundary descriptions, preliminary right-of-way limits, and other project factors utilizing title reports, site surveys, and engineering drawings.
Negotiates complex full take and part take acquisitions involving severance damages, displacement, and curative issues.
Negotiates with public agencies and quasi-public agencies such as railroads, utilities and flood facilities.

Overall
Maintains complete and accurate case files, pursuant to Monument policies and project specific requirements.
Prepares reports and recommendations as directed by project manager.
Demonstrates compliance with procedures and policies as established for the job.
Reports to, seeks advice and coordinates with project manager and/or supervisor.
Works efficiently to maximize productivity, quality and service.
Responsible for completing assignments within allotted time, and to report exceptions to manager.
Attends scheduled meetings and is timely with follow-up from meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Senior Agent must have 4+ years in the right-of-way industry
Active Real Estate License
Notary certification preferred
Valid Driver’s license
Bilingual preferred
College degree preferred
Proficient in MS Office and Excel

NECESSARY SKILLS:

Detail orientated with good organizational skills.

Ability to perform independently from a virtual office.

Ability to adapt to fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Can manage deadlines and prioritize effectively

Is approachable and good at interacting with people from all walks of life

Is a problem solver with attention to detail and strong negotiation skills

Can communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

Can work independently and as part of a team

Why Monument?
We are the largest right-of-way company in California with experts in all aspects of project delivery. Our unique workplace culture fosters innovation, learning, and growth in a supportive and inclusive environment. Every member of Monument participates in our Monument University training program and benefits from hands-on mentorship, creating a collaborative environment where professional growth thrives. We provide competitive compensation and a complete benefit package.

How to Apply:
Learn more about our company and explore how you can be part of our shared vision at monumentrow.com. Submit your resume and a detailed cover letter through our Careers page to take the first step toward joining the Monument team.

MONUMENT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.