Tonya Green

Right of Way Agent

North Carolina Department of Transporation

Fayetteville, NC

04.2007 - 01.2013

Reviewed and updated right of way plans, maps and records for accuracy.
Prepared and processed documents such as deeds, easements, releases, agreements and other related materials.
Investigated land title issues to ensure proper ownership for acquisition purposes.
Negotiated with property owners on behalf of the company to acquire rights of way or easements for projects.
Assisted in the preparation of appraisals, cost estimates and other related documents used in the negotiation process.
Conducted field visits to identify physical features that may affect project design or construction.
Provided guidance regarding applicable laws, regulations and procedures related to right of way acquisitions.
Coordinated meetings between stakeholders to facilitate resolution of disputes concerning land use or access rights.
Participated in public hearings and meetings to discuss proposed projects requiring right of way acquisitions.
Drafted legal descriptions for parcels acquired by the company as part of a project agreement.
Researched historical property records such as tax documents, deed books and court records to verify ownership information or locate potential claimants.
Monitored compliance with terms set forth in agreements pertaining to right of way acquisitions or other matters relating to land use rights.
Ensured all activities complied with applicable federal, state and local laws governing real estate transactions.
Maintained contact with attorneys representing various parties involved in negotiations over acquisition rights.
Performed administrative duties including filing documents, preparing reports and managing data entry into databases.
Analyzed survey results from field investigations conducted prior to initiating negotiations with landowners.
Provided technical support services during the course of negotiations involving complex legal issues.
Collaborated with colleagues from different departments within the organization on special assignments.
Coordinated with landowners regarding preferred property access methods for construction or utility maintenance and interpreted and explained project plans.
Worked onsite during construction as liaison between construction crews and property owners to determine crews treated property with respect.
Met with property owners at end of construction process to compensate for crop loss or other damages due to construction.
Generated clear and concise documentation and handled agreements, revisions and modifications to agreements, correspondence contact logs, formal releases and notarizations.
Contacted property owners and public officials to obtain permits and easements and purchase right-of-way for utility lines, pipelines, fiber optics, power lines and other construction projects.
Answered phones, greeted clients, scheduled appointments and made travel arrangements.
Revised documents, organized travel arrangements, submitted billable hours and coordinated court documentation for timely filings.
Displayed superior confidentiality in mail, telephone and in-person communications.
Prepared thorough, accurate and well-edited documents for cases, client communication and internal needs.
Remained highly organized and detail-oriented while working on several cases simultaneously.
Reviewed and updated landowner title and assisted surveyors by delivering title documents and other landowner information.
Planned and conducted negotiation meetings with property owners to acquire right of way for clients' projects and established relationships with landowners as single point of contact.
Understood scope of work completely, evaluated potential damages and delays and verified ongoing communication between parties.
Verified that construction crews and other professionals had unobstructed access to dig sites without inhibitions to project work.
Consulted local, municipal, county and state governmental entities to check project compliance with road use and environmental regulations.
Completed maintenance reports by compiling accurate and complete information about each landowner, project and property and tracked projects in electronic project management system.
Maintained project databases containing land rights information, parcel reports, negotiation status, payments, damages and restoration.
Managed communication with courts regarding status of petitions and granted orders.
Contributed to professional development initiatives for continuous improvement and updated knowledge of current trends and industry best practices.

Relocation Specialist

Relo Services

Sanford, NC

11.2000 - 04.2007

Implemented relocation policies and procedures.
Organized the shipment of household goods for relocating property owners.
Negotiated contracts with vendors such as moving companies or real estate agents.
Monitored the progress of all incoming and outgoing relocation processes to ensure smooth transitions.
Maintained database of all inbound and outbound transfers with updated contact information.
Processed invoices from vendors associated with relocation services.
Served as a resource for questions about the relocation process from both internal staff members and property owners.
Administered property owner benefits.
Assisted property owners with obtaining replacement housing, inspected settlement statements, allocated funds for housing and moving expenses and attended closings.

Right of Way Agent

Georgia Department of Transportation

Thomaston, GA

08.1993 - 07.2000

Reviewed and updated right of way plans, maps and records for accuracy.
Prepared and processed documents such as deeds, easements, releases, agreements and other related materials.
Investigated land title issues to ensure proper ownership for acquisition purposes.
Drafted legal descriptions for parcels acquired by the company as part of a project agreement.
Researched historical property records such as tax documents, deed books and court records to verify ownership information or locate potential claimants.
Participated in public hearings and meetings to discuss proposed projects requiring right of way acquisitions.
Monitored compliance with terms set forth in agreements pertaining to right of way acquisitions or other matters relating to land use rights.
Developed policies and procedures designed to streamline processes associated with acquiring rights of way for projects.
All aspects listed in previous right of way agent job.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Right of Way Agent

Relocation Specialist

Right of Way Agent

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

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Right of Way Agent

Relocation Specialist

Right of Way Agent

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

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