Updated: February 4, 2026 (newest at the top, oldest at the bottom)

Position:

Renewable Land Agent – BESS, Wind & Solar (Illinois) - Fort Worth, Texas (Project-based work in Illinois)

Posted by ISEA: February 4, 2026

About Onward Survey & Land Services

Onward Survey & Land Services is a Texas-based land services firm specializing in renewable energy, midstream, transmission, and infrastructure projects across the U.S. We support utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage developments with full-scope land services, including right-of-way, title research, GIS, surveying, and landowner negotiations.

We are expanding our renewables team and are currently seeking experienced Renewable Land Agents in Illinois, with an immediate focus on BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) projects, followed by wind and solar lease acquisition. This role will support multiple projects, and we expect to bring on 5–6 agents as workload ramps.

This is not entry-level work. We are looking for land agents who understand how renewables actually get built.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Negotiate BESS, wind, and solar leases with private landowners

• Conduct landowner outreach, meetings, and negotiations (in-person and remote)
• Explain project scope, surface use, access, easements, and construction impacts
• Coordinate with project managers, title teams, and survey/GIS staff
• Track negotiations, document progress, and maintain clean project records
• Work professionally with landowners, attorneys, developers, and local stakeholders
• Support curative items, amendments, and option extensions as needed

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience negotiating renewable energy leases (solar, wind, and/or BESS)
• Strong understanding of:
• Option agreements and long-term leases
• Easements and access rights
• Surface use and landowner concerns
• Experience working directly with landowners in rural and semi-rural markets
• Ability to manage multiple tracts and negotiations simultaneously
• Clear, professional communication skills (written and verbal)
• Comfortable working independently while staying accountable to deadlines
• Familiarity with Illinois land, title, or renewable development is a strong plus
  
  

Preferred (But Not Required)

• Prior BESS project experience
• Existing landowner or regional familiarity in Illinois
• Experience working with national renewable developers or EPCs
• Understanding of title, survey, or right-of-way coordination
  
  

Compensation & Structure

• Contract / project-based role

• Competitive day rate or per-tract compensation, depending on experience
• Mileage and approved expenses reimbursed per project guidelines
• Steady pipeline of work for strong performers
  
  

Why Onward

• We are not a churn-and-burn land shop
• We run organized projects with real support behind our agents
  
• We respect land agents who know their craft and value professionalism
  
• We combine traditional land expertise with modern GIS, survey, and AI-supported workflows
  

If you know renewables and can represent a project professionally in front of landowners, you’ll fit in here.

To Apply: Submit resume and a brief summary in an email to: Ted.Valdez@onwardland.com 

Job Opportunity with Illinois Solar Energy and Storage Association

Position:

Policy Director - Chicago area (100% remote/work-from-home)

Posted by ISEA: January 28, 2026

About the Illinois Solar Energy and Storage Association

The Illinois Solar Energy and Storage Association (ISEA) is the statewide trade association representing the solar and energy storage industry in Illinois. ISEA engages in regulatory, legislative, and program implementation processes to support effective deployment of clean energy resources consistent with state law and policy objectives. Illinois is one of the nation’s fastest-growing solar and storage markets, and ISEA is at the forefront of shaping that growth.

Position Overview

ISEA seeks a Policy Director to lead the association’s regulatory and implementation-focused policy work, with a primary emphasis on the Illinois Shines program and related proceedings before the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC). This role is ideal for a policy professional with state government or regulatory experience—who wants to have a direct, meaningful impact on energy policy in Illinois. The Policy Director will monitor, analyze, and shape the implementation of the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act (CRGA) and related clean energy statutes, working closely with ISEA members, state agencies, utilities, environmental advocates and other stakeholders. This position requires strong analytical, writing, presentation and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to operate independently in a fast-moving regulatory environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead ISEA’s policy and regulatory strategy related to the Illinois Shines program and the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act (CRGA), including monitoring program implementation and participating in various proceedings
• Educate ISEA members about proposed regulations and build consensus around organizational priorities
• Represent ISEA in ICC proceedings, workshops and stakeholder processes, including drafting comments, testimony, and policy memos.
• Engage on a broad range of related clean energy and grid topics, including but not limited to: Illinois’ energy storage rebate
• • Interconnection policy and the ICC Interconnection Working Group
  • Virtual power plant programs (VPPs)
  • Net crediting and customer compensation mechanisms
  • Utility multi-year grid plans
  • Resource adequacy and capacity markets
  • Integrated Resource Planning (IRP)
• Participate in multi-stakeholder negotiations involving utilities, regulators, consumer advocates, environmental organizations, and industry participants
• Provide strategic policy guidance to ISEA staff, members, and leadership, translating complex regulatory developments into clear and actionable insights.
• Coordinate with ISEA’s Contract lobbyist, external partners and coalitions to advance shared policy goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in political science, public policy, economics, or communications; master’s degree in a relevant area or law degree and Illinois law license is a plus.

• Minimum three (3) years of experience working in energy, environmental, or related public policy (Illinois experience strongly preferred; relevant experience in other jurisdictions will be considered).

• Experience working in or around state government, regulatory agencies, or legislative bodies
  

• Strong understanding of utility regulation, administrative law, or clean energy program implementation preferred; experience reviewing utility tariffs is a plus.

• Excellent writing and analytical skills, with the ability to produce clear, persuasive arguments and policy analyses.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex issues simultaneously with a high level of attention to detail.

• Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.

• Experience in multi-stakeholder negotiations or consensus-driven processes is a plus.
  

Location & Work Arrangement

• This position is 100% remote/work-from-home, but candidates must be located in Illinois and be willing to travel within Illinois to attend in-person meetings as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

• This position does not include employer-provided health insurance; however, employees are eligible for a health insurance stipend to offset coverage costs.

• Flexible work environment.
  

Why Join ISEA

This position offers a direct role in shaping the implementation of Illinois’ clean energy laws and regulatory frameworks at a critical moment for solar and energy storage deployment. The Policy Director will have sustained, hands-on influence over regulatory outcomes in one of the nation’s most active clean energy markets.

Click here for more information, and to apply on LinkedIn.

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