Job Title:  Land Management Surveyor

JOB INFORMATION

• Job Title: Land Management Surveyor

• Pay Grade:  57

JOB SUMMARY

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities, Women, Individuals with DisABILITIES & Veterans Encouraged to apply.

Responsible for land management activities to include obtaining necessary rights for electric transmission and distribution lines, substations, power plants and any other land rights as required for company's facilities and/or operations.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Responsibilities are varied and complex. Often works outside area of assigned duties. Applies advanced skills in multiple areas. Resolves complex issues which impact business operations both inside and outside own department. Makes unreviewed decisions related to the area of responsibilities. Opinions carry significant weight in policy and strategy decisions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Write complex legal descriptions to depict the location property rights required by the company.

• Prepares land and right of way plats and drawings related to land acquisition.

• Address public inquiries concerning company’s property rights.

• All other duties as assigned.

• Plot complex metes and bounds property/easement descriptions for company assets.

• Read, analyze and interpret various complex maps and plans.

• Ensure accurate documentation of contacts with landowner and external customers.

• Meet deadlines, prioritize work and attend field meetings with internal and external customers.

• Research title records to the degree required by the standards and resolves complex title issues/gaps.

• Resolve complex encroachments and release requests.

• Provide leadership and guidance to multiple third party contract land personnel to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures as appropriate to ensure successful and timely completion of multiple project/job objectives.

• Coordinate the survey activities involved with the acquisition of rights (easements, permits, purchases, etc.) for the company to construct and operate its facilities on lands through negotiations or eminent domain, if necessary.

• Train others in the land management processes and procedures.

• Coordinate with buyers to negotiate contract fees for outside surveying services.

• Act as a company resource and the subject matter expert in a land management functional area, as assigned.

• Track and approve billing each month for outside contract survey services.

• Coordinate contact surveyors assigned to district areas within the company as well as large capital projects.

REQUIREMENTS

• Associates Degree in related field (Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, Paralegal, Energy Land Management), And 10 years of survey experience; Or

• High School Diploma/GED And 13 years of survey experience or

• Bachelors Degree in related field (Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Land Surveying, Paralegal, Energy Land Management), And 7 years of survey experience; Or

WORKING CONDITIONS

• May require frequent travel.

• May require a Notary Public Commission for the purpose of certifying Company documents.

• Office environment.

• Periodic Field meetings.

• May work non-standard hours.

SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Other – Some members in this position may be required to drive in order to perform their job duties.

• Member is not required to perform any safety sensitive duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)

• Demonstrated strong the ability to negotiate in a diplomatic, professional and effective manner while exposed to adverse Company and personal criticism, while still being able to understand and assess property owner’s viewpoints.

• Demonstrated strong ability to make sound decisions by utilizing job knowledge, work experience and evaluation of risks and consequences and be able to recognize when assistance is needed in decision making.

• Demonstrated strong familiarity with Oklahoma and Arkansas real property laws and regulations.

• Demonstrate strong knowledge in all aspects of land and right of way, including project management, operations, public relations, community outreach and solid understanding of general regulatory and legal.

• Demonstrated strong ability to serve as liaison between internal departments, developers, cities, counties, etc. , in support of right of way activities.

• Demonstrated strong ability to research market values of land and agriculture values.

• Demonstrated strong ability to understand and comply with company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Demonstrated strong ability to understand systems and processes.

• Demonstrate strong ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Demonstrate strong computer skills with a working knowledge of MS-Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) and company software (e.g., SAP and ARC-FM).

• Demonstrate the basic ability to perform analytical and reconciliation skills, necessary for problem solving and decision making.

• Demonstrated strong ability to understand and communicate more complex electrical system knowledge.

• Demonstrated strong ability to work without supervision and make independent decisions/judgments with the Company’s overall best interest in mind.

• Demonstrate strong knowledge of land description systems and land surveying systems.

• Demonstrated strong ability to communicate effectively in speaking and writing.

• Demonstrated strong ability to communicate effectively with internal and external legal resources on land and legal issues and coordinate eminent domain processes, negotiations and mediations.

• Demonstrated strong ability to interact professionally with team members, leaders, and all customers.

• Demonstrated strong ability to manage multiple projects and assignments as required by workload.

• Demonstrated strong ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Required Certifications/Licensures:(Licensed Surveyor)

HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL/DOT REQUIREMENTS)

• Pre-Employment Drug Screen

• Pre-Employment Physical

• This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Job under state law. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.’s Drug Testing Plan.

SALARY RANGE

$85,488 - $113,984.00