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Right of Way Agent roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document recruitment efforts before filing an I-140 immigrant petition. Infrastructure, utility, and transportation employers with active land acquisition programs regularly sponsor foreign professionals in this field.
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09-20-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Responsible for the acquisition land rights, licenses, leases, permits and other documents necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of electric distribution lines. Responsible for the acquisition of rights required by AEP for the construction, operation and maintenance of electric distribution facilities. This responsibility encompasses many thousand miles of facilities and many acres of land owned involving many thousand dollars investment by AEP. Direct the efforts of any contractor right of way personnel during major acquisition efforts.
Job Description
What you’ll do:
- Handle complex negotiations with land owners (or their designees) for the acquisition of rights relative to the construction, reconstruction, enlargement or maintenance of electric distribution facilities.
- Settle complex damage claims with land owners (or their designees) relative to property damage caused or created by AEP during the construction, reconstruction, enlargement, maintenance or removal of distribution facilities.
- Search courthouse and other records as may be available to determine present property ownership(s) and the extent of interests therein.
- Draft documents for rights of entry, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, options to purchase and other documents as may be necessary to acquire adequate rights for AEP's electric distribution facilities.
- Remain knowledgeable in real estate values and accepted real estate appraisal practices; advise and assist the Right of Way Leading establishing a range of fair market values to be used in the acquisition of land rights.
- Provide functional support to other AEP Distribution Business Units in regard to questions and procedures in the acquisition land rights.
- Act as a witness and assist in the selection of witnesses and commissioners in connection with condemnation and/or other court actions involving electric distribution facilities.
- Assist and confer with legal counsel in the preparation of condemnation cases and/or other court actions involving land rights matters, together with law suits which may result from the construction, operation or maintenance of AEP's electric distribution facilities; appear as a witness in court actions as required.
- Interface and cooperate with other AEP departments within assigned territory to resolve challenges impacting ROW procurement and schedules; maintain right of way and property records including maintaining files, maps, exhibits and reports as requested.
- Promote, support and enforce safety practices to safeguard employees, the general public and AEP equipment.
- Promote, coordinate and support all efforts to acquire all distribution easement requirements in conjunction with the Distribution Engineering organizations.
Right of Way Agent, Associate
What you’ll need:
Associate degree in business, real estate, engineering, paralegal or related field OR High school diploma and 1 years’ experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research, or related fields.
Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Driver license.
Right of Way Agent
What you’ll need:
Associate degree in business, real estate, engineering, paralegal or related field and 2 years’ experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research, or related fields. OR High school diploma and 4 years’ experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research, or related fields.
Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Driver license and Notary Commission.
Right of Way Agent, Sr.
What you’ll need:
Associate’s degree in business, engineering, paralegal, real estate or related field OR High school diploma and 2 years' experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research or related fields.
6 years’ experience in the acquisition of real estate or right of way procurement, surveying, title research or related type of work. This is in addition to any experience listed above.
Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Driver license and Notary Commission.
What you’ll get
Right of Way Agent Associate: $63,496 – 79,369
Right of Way Agent: $74,551 – 93,811
Right of Way Agent, Sr. $87,633 – 109,544
In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive total rewards including: discretionary annual/long-term incentives, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade: SP20-005
Compensation Range: $63,496.00 - $109,543.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
Job Posting End Date
09-20-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
Responsible for the acquisition land rights, licenses, leases, permits and other documents necessary for the construction, operation and maintenance of electric distribution lines. Responsible for the acquisition of rights required by AEP for the construction, operation and maintenance of electric distribution facilities. This responsibility encompasses many thousand miles of facilities and many acres of land owned involving many thousand dollars investment by AEP. Direct the efforts of any contractor right of way personnel during major acquisition efforts.
Job Description
What you’ll do:
- Handle complex negotiations with land owners (or their designees) for the acquisition of rights relative to the construction, reconstruction, enlargement or maintenance of electric distribution facilities.
- Settle complex damage claims with land owners (or their designees) relative to property damage caused or created by AEP during the construction, reconstruction, enlargement, maintenance or removal of distribution facilities.
- Search courthouse and other records as may be available to determine present property ownership(s) and the extent of interests therein.
- Draft documents for rights of entry, damage claims, contracts, easements, licenses, leases, permits, options to purchase and other documents as may be necessary to acquire adequate rights for AEP's electric distribution facilities.
- Remain knowledgeable in real estate values and accepted real estate appraisal practices; advise and assist the Right of Way Leading establishing a range of fair market values to be used in the acquisition of land rights.
- Provide functional support to other AEP Distribution Business Units in regard to questions and procedures in the acquisition land rights.
- Act as a witness and assist in the selection of witnesses and commissioners in connection with condemnation and/or other court actions involving electric distribution facilities.
- Assist and confer with legal counsel in the preparation of condemnation cases and/or other court actions involving land rights matters, together with law suits which may result from the construction, operation or maintenance of AEP's electric distribution facilities; appear as a witness in court actions as required.
- Interface and cooperate with other AEP departments within assigned territory to resolve challenges impacting ROW procurement and schedules; maintain right of way and property records including maintaining files, maps, exhibits and reports as requested.
- Promote, support and enforce safety practices to safeguard employees, the general public and AEP equipment.
- Promote, coordinate and support all efforts to acquire all distribution easement requirements in conjunction with the Distribution Engineering organizations.
Right of Way Agent, Associate
What you’ll need:
Associate degree in business, real estate, engineering, paralegal or related field OR High school diploma and 1 years’ experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research, or related fields.
Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Driver license.
Right of Way Agent
What you’ll need:
Associate degree in business, real estate, engineering, paralegal or related field and 2 years’ experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research, or related fields. OR High school diploma and 4 years’ experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research, or related fields.
Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Driver license and Notary Commission.
Right of Way Agent, Sr.
What you’ll need:
Associate’s degree in business, engineering, paralegal, real estate or related field OR High school diploma and 2 years' experience in right of way procurement, surveying, title research or related fields.
6 years’ experience in the acquisition of real estate or right of way procurement, surveying, title research or related type of work. This is in addition to any experience listed above.
Required License(s)/Certification(s) are listed below: Driver license and Notary Commission.
What you’ll get
Right of Way Agent Associate: $63,496 – 79,369
Right of Way Agent: $74,551 – 93,811
Right of Way Agent, Sr. $87,633 – 109,544
In addition to base salary, AEP offers competitive total rewards including: discretionary annual/long-term incentives, 401(k), pension, health insurance, vacation, educational assistance, etc.
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade: SP20-005
Compensation Range: $63,496.00 - $109,543.00
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Right of Way Agent
Match your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM requires the employer to define minimum job requirements before recruiting. Get your foreign real estate, surveying, or land-use credentials evaluated by a NACES-recognized agency so your qualifications map cleanly to the posted job duties.
Target infrastructure and utility employers directly
Transportation agencies, pipeline companies, and electric utilities are among the most consistent EB-3 sponsors for Right of Way roles. Search DOL PERM disclosure data by SOC code 13-1022 to identify employers who have filed labor certifications for this occupation.
Find sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Filter by Right of Way Agent roles with documented green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. This narrows your search to employers who have already run the PERM process for this occupation, saving you the effort of qualifying employers from scratch.
Confirm the job posting meets PERM advertising rules
PERM requires your employer to run a mandatory recruitment campaign before DOL will certify the labor condition. Ask your prospective employer whether their HR team has PERM experience, since non-compliant job postings can invalidate the entire certification and reset the timeline.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
DOL sets a prevailing wage for Right of Way Agents by location and level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the wage tier your employer intends to file under. An offer below the prevailing wage will cause PERM denial regardless of your qualifications.
Request concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing eligibility
If your priority date is current when PERM is approved, ask your employer to file the I-140 and I-485 concurrently with USCIS. Concurrent filing lets you start accumulating work authorization while the green card is adjudicated, which significantly reduces total wait time.
Green Card Right of Way Agent: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Right of Way Agent role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Right of Way Agent positions qualify at the EB-3 level, which covers skilled workers and professionals with a bachelor's degree. Roles requiring an advanced degree in real estate, urban planning, or a related field may qualify under EB-2. The sponsoring employer defines the minimum requirements during PERM, so the classification depends on how the position is structured, not just your personal credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
The EB-3 green card path has no annual lottery, so there's no risk of losing your place through random selection the way H-1B visa registrants do. PERM is more document-intensive and typically takes longer end-to-end, but the outcome is permanent residency rather than a temporary status. For nationals of countries without significant visa backlogs, the EB-3 timeline is often more predictable than the H-1B route.
Which employers typically sponsor Right of Way Agents for green cards?
Transportation departments, electric and gas utilities, pipeline operators, and land acquisition consulting firms are the most active sponsors for this occupation. These employers run recurring PERM filings because Right of Way work is tied to long-term infrastructure projects that require a stable workforce. You can identify active sponsors by reviewing DOL PERM disclosure files filtered by the SOC code for Right of Way and claims appraisers.
How can I find Right of Way Agent jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Right of Way Agent positions where employers have a documented history of sponsoring employment-based green cards. Filtering by sponsorship history removes the guesswork of cold-applying to employers who may not be willing or equipped to run the PERM process. Prioritize employers in infrastructure-heavy sectors such as utilities, transit authorities, and energy development.
What role does the DOL prevailing wage play in my PERM application?
DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for your occupation and work location before it will certify the labor condition. The wage level, from Level I through Level IV, is determined by your job duties and supervisory responsibilities. If the offered salary falls below the certified prevailing wage, PERM will be denied and the process must restart. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify the applicable wage tier before your employer files.