Rights, Permits & Work Order Clerk (Hybrid Schedule)

07/07/2026

Locations: Dorchester, Massachusetts

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.).  Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Our Team:

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Rights, Permits & Public Works Team.In this critical role, the Right of Way Clerk is responsible for preparing and processing documents including permit applications, municipal petitions, plan orders, grants of location forms, and traffic forms for the City of Boston. 

The Right of Way Clerk will also prepare, review, process and expedite notifications and records pertaining to joint owned billing with the telephone company.

In addition, the Right of Way Clerk will also assist the Right of Way Agent as needed regarding work order evaluations, plan orders, permit applications, document preparation and public hearings.

The role is based in Dorchester, MA.

Technical Knowledge/Skills

·Strong oral and written communication skills

·Strong ability to use system applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Maximo, etc.) 

·Ability to work effectively in team environment or individually as deemed necessary. 

·Ability to locate and interpret company records and public records such as engineering plans, municipal assessment records, Registry of Deeds land records and State Highway layouts

Education

·Successful completion of two (2) college level courses: Real Estate Fundamentals and Oral Communications. Courses must be three (3) semester hours each.

·Must have a Paralegal Certificate or Associate’s Degree in Business, Legal Studies, or equivalent. Bachelor's Degree preferred.

·Must obtain Notary Public stamp within in first three (3) months of employment

Experience

·Minimum of 3+ years in Right of Way, permitting, and/or corporate real estate field

·Experience and knowledge of permitting in the City of Boston is preferrable.

Licenses & Certifications:

·Valid drivers’ license and clean driving record required

Working Conditions:

·Must be available to work emergency preparedness assignment as required

·HYBRID SCHEDULE:Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Compensation and Benefits

·Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The annual salary for this position is $98,842.00.

·**Union Represented Position**

·Please check out the career site for an overview of our benefits. Jobs.eversource.com

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Build trusting relationships

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location. 

EEO Statement:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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