Job Description

OBJECTIVE

The Land Services Specialist supports Wabash Valley Power Alliance (WVPA) by acquiring land and right-of-way interests necessary for substation construction; transmission line construction, replacement, and rebuild projects; and other real estate needs related to WVPA’s business operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Secure easements for WVPA electric transmission line construction, replacement, and rebuild projects.

• Acquire land for new or expanded substations and other WVPA business needs.

• Support project teams in obtaining required regulatory approvals and permits.

• Collaborate with Engineering and Legal to identify, evaluate, and secure land and right-of-way interests that best meet project requirements and support WVPA Members.

• Maintain standardized processes and accurate documentation for land records.

• Assist the Department Coordinator with activities assigned to the land acquisition team or external agents throughout all project phases.

• Coordinate with WVPA’s Marketing & Communications team to support stakeholder and Member outreach related to land acquisition activities.

• Assist the Economic Development team on matters involving land acquisition.

• Support the Land Coordinator for training purposes prior to being assigned a specific project.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in land acquisition or a related field.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.

• Prior utility experience preferred; electric utility experience is a plus.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.