Right-of-Way and Utilities Coordinator

Salary: $76,593.71 - $ Annually

Location:

Various Locations within the City of El Paso, TX

Job Type: Civil Service

Job Number:

Department: CID GRANT FUNDED PROGRAMS

Opening Date: 04/02/2026

Closing Date:
Continuous

FLSA:
Exempt

Max Number of Applicants: 100

Under general direction, coordinate and manage activities related to the acquisition of rights‑of‑way, easements, and property interests, and direct utility coordination for City infrastructure and capital projects.

• Management of professional services supporting the acquisition of rights‑of‑way. Involves:
  Easements, property interests, and the relocation or adjustment of utilities impacted by City projects. Such services may include reports, analysis, legal instruments, relocation agreements, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Primary components include negotiation with property owners, coordination with utility companies, collaboration with consultants and legal counsel, extensive interface with City departments and external parties, and administration of acquisition and utility relocation activities to ensure timely, compliant, and cost‑effective project delivery.
• Plan, organize, and assist. Involves:
  The development of acquisition and utility‑related documents to be provided by the legal department, consultants, or other professional services. Work closely, effectively, and in a coordinated fashion with internal and external stakeholders.
• Respond and provide right‑of‑way and utility coordination services to senior management and City departments. Involves:
  Respond to inquiries from property owners, utility providers, industry stakeholders, government officials, and external parties regarding acquisition, easement, and utility relocation matters associated with City projects.
• Manage the administrative and managerial aspects of the function. Involves:
  Including contract compliance, analysis, reports, evaluations, presentations, and the maintenance of records and files, as well as database management. Coordinate information and efforts, communicating effectively with all involved to integrate right‑of‑way and utility needs into project schedules.

• Education and Experience:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Civil Engineering, Real Estate, Urban Planning, Public Administration, or a related field, and four (4) years of experience in right‑of‑way acquisition, utility coordination, or real estate transactions; including two (2) years of experience involving property acquisition practices and utility relocation coordination.
• Licenses and Certificates:
  Valid Texas Class "C" Driver's License or equivalent from another state by the date of appointment.
• MOS CODE: NONE

• Life and Health Insurance:
  The City of El Paso is a self‑insured entity with a third‑party administrator for Medical and Pharmacy benefits. Basic Life Insurance Coverage is available at no cost to eligible employees. Additional Life Insurance and coverage for your dependents are also available.
• Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability coverage optional;
  Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account options.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health sessions, therapy, and more at no cost.
• City’s Wellness Program for better health and wellness pursuits.
• Tuition Assistance Program for degree, certifications, continuing education, books & equipment.