Staff Land Analysis Professional

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BASIC ACCOUNTABILITY

Working under general supervision, the Land Analysis Professional is responsible for handling moderately complex matters in land and land administration. The role reviews and analyzes oil and gas leases, exploration and production contracts, and related title and ownership documents to ensure proper maintenance of these assets, enters data into the company's lease and contract systems to maintain land records and contractual obligations, and maintains related digital files. The role supports landmen in moderately complex matters including the preparation of oil and gas contracts, processing of oil and gas leases, and correspondence. The role is responsible for the processing, routing, and monitoring of AFEs and associated ballots, and communicating associated interest calculations and changes.

 

LOCATION
This role is based in Houston, TX. Hybrid work schedule is an option for remote work on Mondays and Fridays.

 

EDUCATION

Bachelor's Degree in Energy Management, Management Information Systems, Business Administration with a focus on Land Management or any other related discipline and/or commensurate work experience is required.

 

EXPERIENCE

• 3-5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in areas such as Land Administration, Land Management, Title and Ownership Verification, or a related field. Industry experience is preferred.

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews and analyzes new leases and contracts for input in the computer system and prepares and maintains lease and contract files, including updating with any new information or corrections.
• Reviews and updates records affected by well completions or well status changes, analyzes correspondence, title change documents, and title opinions, coordinates with land and division order departments on any interest changes in leases and wells and utilizes and assists in development of innovative tools to improve data quality and create efficiencies.
• Assists in the review of monthly lease obligations and expirations and maintains records containing original leases, contracts, documents, maps, receipts, and related correspondence.
• Works under general supervision, actively participates in change efforts, and establishes influential relationships with internal and external stakeholders, cultivating effective working connections.
• Develops an understanding of business acumen, recommends modifications, and communicates effectively, sharing knowledge and actively identifying opportunities for data quality improvement.
• Prepares proposal letters on well operation