Land Rights Professional

Idaho Power Company•Boise, ID

About The Position

Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for two Land Rights Professionals to join our Corporate Services and Communications team. It’s an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we’re working hard to provide our customers with the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on. Relocation assistance may also be provided to the successful candidate. What does a Land Rights Professional do for us? With minimal oversight, the Land Rights Professional is responsible for efficiently managing Idaho Power’s real estate properties and interests while adhering to acceptable real estate practices and procedures. The role acts as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders and governmental agencies, closely coordinating with them to ensure timely and quality execution of work while seeking the best financial impact for Idaho Power. They represent the company in negotiations for purchase, exchange, sale, or lease of real estate. They provide expertise on real estate matters that may involve property holdings; entitlements for easements, licenses, leases; land use authorizations; and right of way agreements and negotiations. In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.

Requirements

Knowledge of: Specific construction of property descriptions and surveys
Knowledge of: Appraisals
Knowledge of: Property ownership and conveyance
Knowledge of: Local, state, and federal laws and regulations associated with real estate transactions
Knowledge of: General application of GIS, GPS, and public land survey system
Skills in: Oral and written communication and presentation skills
Skills in: Advanced computer skills
Ability to: Conduct public relations and negotiation
Ability to: Manage projects
Ability to: Resolve conflicts
Ability to: Interpret legal documents
Ability to: Communicate effectively with varied audiences
Ability to: Troubleshoot and recommend solutions
Ability to: Provide accurate information to help individuals make informed decisions
Ability to: Demonstrate professional presence with all levels of company and external entities
Education: Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business, planning, or a related field OR An equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience: 5 years of real estate experience including 2 years of complex negotiation and acquisition work
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

Nice To Haves

1 or more years of experience working in a corporate work environment
1 or more years of experience with canals, railroads, and tribal issues
1 or more years of experience with electric utility infrastructure projects or land use authorizations
SR/WA certification, real estate broker license, real estate salesperson license, and/or certified general appraiser license

Responsibilities

Efficiently managing Idaho Power’s real estate properties and interests while adhering to acceptable real estate practices and procedures.
Acts as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders and governmental agencies, closely coordinating with them to ensure timely and quality execution of work while seeking the best financial impact for Idaho Power.
Represent the company in negotiations for purchase, exchange, sale, or lease of real estate.
Provide expertise on real estate matters that may involve property holdings; entitlements for easements, licenses, leases; land use authorizations; and right of way agreements and negotiations.