Land Acquisition Coordinator
- Please Note the Fleet driving verbiage at the bottom of this Job Description prior to posting.
Job Summary:
The primary responsibilities of the Land Acquisition Coordinator are (i) to ensure negotiations for property rights are conducted in good faith pursuant to OCGA 22-3-161(b), and (ii) to work directly with Project Management, company right-of-way agents, contract right-of-way agents, and contract acquisition coordinators to ensure property rights are acquired for transmission, distribution, substation, fiber, generation, and/or vegetation management projects.
The position is located at Georgia Power Company’s corporate office in Atlanta, Georgia or at a local Georgia Power Operating Headquarters (specific location TBD by hiring manager) and is subject to the company’s hybrid work policy. (*Currently, you must be in the office, or in the field, a minimum of 4 Days per week.)
** Some overnight travel (up to 50%) is required with this position to facilitate negotiations with property owners, participate in Special Master Hearings and/or Location Committee Meetings, conduct site visits, and attend Public Information Meetings for various projects across the State of Georgia.
Education Requirements:
A high school diploma is required. A Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree is highly preferred.
Licenses & Certifications:
Valid Georgia’s driver’s license
Experience Requirements:
3-5 years of Land Acquisition, Distribution, Transmission, DOT Relocation, and/or Vegetation Management experience is preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Comprehensive knowledge of laws pertaining to land and the acquisition of land rights
- Working knowledge of transmission, distribution, substation, and/or generation facilities
- Comprehensive knowledge of Southern Company computer systems and software, including LIMS 2.0, Primavera, TEAMS, and P6
- In-depth knowledge of title reports, property ownership records and research, appraisal reports, surveys, parcel maps, and legal documents relating to real estate
- Interpersonal skills to effectively establish and maintain customer relationships with a broad spectrum of internal and external customers
- Ability to effectively communicate with the public and internal leadership
- Excellent negotiating skills
- Demonstrated leadership ability
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
Major Job Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with Land Research, Land Engineering, General Counsel, Power Delivery, Telecommunications, Renewables, and various other business units to ensure timely project management and oversight for multiple active land acquisition projects
- Develop and present metrics / status of projects to leadership
- Develop and maintain beneficial relationships both within and outside the Company
- Effectively communicate with business partners and property owners
- Coordinate activities with contract acquisition coordinators and contract right-of-way agents to provide support to one or more business units (i.e., transmission, customer choice, distribution, fiber, vegetation management, or renewables)
Behavioral Attributes:
- Self-directed with strong work ethic and ability to work independently
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills and a customer-focused attitude
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain long-term relationships, effectively communicate with a variety of personnel both within and outside the Company, and successfully manage internal and external expectations
- Ability to interact with and value people with different perspectives and backgrounds
- Sound decision-making skills to (i) identify, mitigate, and resolve obstacles and anticipated delays; and (ii) identify issues that require upward communication
- Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Our Values (safety first, intentional inclusion, act with integrity, and superior performance)
This position has been identified as a role that will require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle. The following will be required if you are selected for this position:
- Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver’s license for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered a valid driver’s license).
- Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application.
- Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable, and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeogiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million residential and commercial customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network, and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience, and sustainability, we are taking action to meet our customers’ and communities’ needs while advancing our commitment to net zero emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, Military Times, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .
Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.
Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Identification: 11182
Job Category: Real Estate & Land Management
Job Schedule: Full time
Company: Georgia Power
