Division Order Analyst

Chord Energy•Houston, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Oversees and maintains a specific geographical area of responsibility for the Land team insofar as Division Orders. Responsible for reviewing title, title opinions, agreements, and curative to create ownership decks. The ideal candidate will be experienced in handling a wide range of tasks and will be able to work independently with minimal supervision. The position will report to the Division Order Manager and will be located in downtown Houston, TX. Hybrid work schedule is an option for remote work on Mondays and Fridays. Level and salary commensurate with background and experience.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED equivalent, or college degree
2+ years of experience as a Division Order Analyst
Strong knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Well organized and flexible
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to balance multiple priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Marcellus, Montana and North Dakota experience is a plus
Bachelor's degree
Experience with Enertia Land System
Experience working with state and federal leases

Responsibilities

Responsible for the creation, maintenance, and accuracy of record title ownership division of interest for both billing and revenue in the Enertia Land System
Ensure the timely payment of royalties in accordance with state statutes
Analyze title opinions, land contracts, operating agreements, oil and gas leases, broker reports, curative, well and regulatory documents, conveyances, probate and heirship data and other legal documents to determine ownership and lease burden relationships for production proceeds from oil and gas wells
Work with Land staff to clear and cure title
Process all probate information and transfer documents from interest owners in order to maintain a correct division of interest
Maintain and correct divisions of interest as payouts and/or recompletions occur
Review, discuss and provide area updates on a recurring basis for respective area and activity
Coordinate with Accounting to ensure proper and timely distribution of revenues and processing of any prior period adjustments
Research legal suspense items
Review and interpret legal documents/transfers of title to perform mass changes in Enertia Land System
Review and handle re-classes of interest, funds transfers, etc. in the Enertia Land System
Verify GWI/NRI on non-operated division orders
Familiar with working escheat
Perform quarterly audits of suspense funds and SOX controls and/or assist with audit requests
Perform routine data input and administration activities within the Enertia Land System
Familiar with name and address data set-ups and maintenance
Perform detailed analysis of title opinions and legal documents to determine title ownership and identify/resolve identified issues
Research ownership through laws of descent and distribution and interest succession
Respond to inquiries from mineral owners, title attorneys, other third parties, and internal staff regarding property interests
Selected candidates will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and duties outside of their normal responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.