More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives. Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. Job Description The Research Specialist II is the subject matter expert in research and oversight of transactions. This position will provide transaction support to the team, perform research of company and public records to determine ownership of property or prior rights; will perform review and interpretation of engineering drawings, site plans and legal descriptions in connection with the preparation of transaction documents. This position will work in support and collaboration with Real Estate Representatives as well as other key internal and external customers such as landowners, attorneys, engineers, peers, and others in securing land rights to support Transmission, Distribution, Nuclear, Fossil, Hydro, Lake Services, Gas Operations, Battery, Distributed Energy Resources (Solar), as well as any Corporate projects and satisfying customer requests. The research specialist II supports the company’s efforts in safety, complies with company safety practices and procedures, fostering a focus on safety with the team and contributing to the success of the corporate safety goals. Responsibilities + Performs research for the Real Estate function + Research Company and public records to determine ownership of property or prior rights; review and interpret engineering drawings and site plans; review legal descriptions + Ensure business rules processes and procedures are followed and understood for Data Management + Prepare , documents for transactions + Utilize internal systems to perform complex research with a prior rights focus; conduct data-driven research in support of internal and external customer needs + Utilize working knowledge of real estate law and engineering knowledge to develop strategies for company acquisition and disposition projects + Locate, and update Company-acquired land rights in internal GIS system + Keep current with best practices, regulations and laws related to land functions, notary and recording changes + Organize closeout documents, prepare request, manage reporting documents, manage the Land Rights Inquiry process for reviewing request for Duke Energy fee-owned land, support Real Estate Representatives as needed + Manage the maintenance of the Real Estate Asset Inventory + Maintain the integrity of Duke Energy’s 100 plus years of real estate records + Support the proper records management for Real Estate transactions + Ensure activities are completed, managed, and stored in compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements + Support all data and document management work management/tracking in our Real Estate asset inventory database + Ensure data integrity of database by participating in process design, verification and audit reviews + Communicate with internal and external resources + Interface and coordinate with Real Estate Representatives, other Research Specialists, and Data Management Specialists. + Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external resources + Establish and maintain partnerships with other Duke Business Partner teams to collaborate and ensure their requests are being met + Maintain a high level of confidentiality related to the sensitive nature of the project or the high-profile customer involved Basic/Required Qualifications + Associates degree in Surveying and Topography, Business, Real Estate, Business Law or related degree + Minimum 2+ years related work experience OR + High School/GED degree and 5+ years related work experience Desired Qualification + Bachelors degree in Paralegal, Surveying and Topography, Business, Real Estate, Law or other related degree + 3+ years related work experience + Notary Public + Excellent oral/written communication skills + Proficient in Microsoft Office computer applications + Excellent organization, documentation, attention to detail and time management and work management skills + Critical thinking and decision making skills to avoid and overcome obstacles on difficult assignments + Proven self-motivated and possessing a strong work ethic + Beginning knowledge of Duke Energy business practices and business values + 2 years direct experience in acquisition, disposition and/or research of real estate rights + Knowledge of Electric Transmission, Distribution, Nuclear, Fossil, Hydro, Lake Services, Gas Operations, Battery, Distributed Energy Resources (Solar)systems, Operations and Construction + Knowledge of real estate law to include paralegal training + Experience in title examination related to real estate rights + Knowledge of surveying and engineering drawings Working Conditions + Field Mobility Classification – Work will be performed in various field locations, as needed, after the onboarding period. However, field employees are required to live within a reasonable daily commute to their assigned work location. + The assigned Duke Energy facility will be within the NC Service Territory + Schedule: is standard office workday of M-F, 8am-5pm Specific Requirements + Valid Driver’s License + Notary Public - Can Obtain in First Year Travel Requirements 5-15% Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No Represented/Union Position No Visa Sponsored Position No Posting Expiration Date Saturday, February 1, 2025 All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date. Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications. 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