Manager, Land Services

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This position is posted until filled.

DEPARTMENT

Department: Environmental Services

JOB DESCRIPTION

Manager, Land Services

Salary Grade: G04

Minimum Midpoint Maximum

$99,778 - $134,699 - $169,622

SUMMARY:

Manages the Land Services team performing the negotiation, acquisition, and preservation of right of way (ROW) and other property rights to allow for the installation and operation of electric transmission/distribution and generation facilities. Manages processes associated with right of way services, including surveying, appraisals and valuations, litigation support, document prep and management, rights of entry, and land acquisition.

Uses LandWorks project management tools to monitor individual project and overall departmental performance. Performs resource management related to personnel, equipment, and budget. Assists management with long-range strategic direction in relation to the overall Land Services department goals and objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manages right of way appraisal, acquisition, relocation assistance, fiscal, and title, or property management for electric transmission/distribution activities

Ability to motivate and build a team, manage conflict, delegate and practice innovative management skills

Assigns projects to right of way agents and oversees general work assignments for the group

Ensures consistent processes and strong adherence to right-of-way standards, procedures, and safety guidelines

Manages workflow through project management software (ie. Maximo and Land Works)

With senior oversight, prepares annual Land Services strategic plan; provides goals and objectives, assists with departmental budget preparation, and ensures proper cost management in area of responsibility

Oversees document management by ensuring consistency of documentation; oversees records retention and conformance with Company's records management system

Interfaces with the internal clients and external customers in the dispatch of assigned responsibilities

Interfaces with regulatory agencies and acts as a company representative, negotiating with the agencies, including tribal agencies, and providing input on the development of future regulations

Stays current in areas of expertise, solves, and assists in problem-solving related to the team and department

COMPETENCIES:

Ability to hold employees and contractors accountable for completing all projects in a timely and professional manner, while promoting a safe working environment

Knowledge of electric utility industry, including construction and maintenance activities associated with transmission/distribution and generation facilities

Extensive knowledge of right-of-way acquisition, regulation, and processes and company policies and procedures

Knowledge of tribal relations and land acquisition issues, as applicable

Ability to analyze complex right-of-way acquisition situations, identify strategy, assign resources, and develop and implement strategy for execution, and ensure proper documentation and follow up

Ability to prepare and understand surveying principles including survey and legal descriptions and map and plat reading, etc.

Highly motivated team player with strong leadership skills

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university with seven to nine years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess a current, legally valid driver's license and meet the company's driving record requirements.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Hires, trains, evaluates, rewards, and terminates employees. Designs, organizes, prioritizes, schedules, and leads work assignments.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Advanced oral and written communication skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, governmental and tribal agencies, or members of the business community

Ability to write clear, concise documents, memos and correspondence that conform to prescribed style and format

Ability to effectively present information to staff, department director and senior management, public groups, and/or boards of directors

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply mathematical operations to compute long term lease and ROW payments, present and future values, etc.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet software

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, complex legal descriptions, graphs etc.,) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk and sit up to 2/3 of the time. Manual dexterity required, good vision, and the ability to talk and listen.

Ability to stoop, kneel crouch, crawl, climb, and balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. May be exposed to outdoor weather conditions when working in the field. Occasionally necessary to walk long distances in field on various ROW projects.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Primarily office environment; however, may at times work in the field.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Safety Statement:

Safety is a core value at (PNMR/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:

PNM Resources is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with the ADA. If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.

DEI Statement:

At PNM Resources, we value the diversity of our workforce and actively seek opportunities for incorporating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within our family of companies. We believe a diverse workforce enriches our environment and helps us better meet the needs of our employees, customers, and shareholders. We remain committed to attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to carry out the Company's purpose.

PNM Resources and affiliates are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. Women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans are encouraged to apply.