Land Technician
About The Position
The Land Technician is an entry-level land professional who provides administrative, document, data, and project support to in-house Landmen and other members of the Land team. The role assists with routine land activities, maintains accurate records, and develops practical knowledge of oil and gas land operations while supporting the Company’s business objectives. The position supports land agreements and transactions, land activity tracking, document processing, due diligence, data review, and preparation of reports and materials for development teams. It works collaboratively with Land Administration, Legal, Accounting, Operations, and other departments. This is a full-time hourly position in a professional office environment. Days and hours may vary according to workload and company needs, and minimal travel is expected.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to follow established procedures, manage multiple assignments, and maintain accurate, organized records.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and basic problem-solving ability.
- Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and take initiative within assigned responsibilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively and demonstrate integrity and professionalism.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in energy management, business, legal studies, or a related field.
- Relevant administrative, records, title, legal, real estate, or oil and gas experience; equivalent education, internship, or related experience will be considered.
- Familiarity with GIS software or land management systems.
- Interest in learning oil and gas land agreements, title concepts, ownership records, curative requirements, and related land processes.
Responsibilities
- Assist with preparing, reviewing, routing, and executing proposal letters, JOAs, pooling declarations, assignments, oil and gas leases, curative documents, and other land-related agreements using established forms and procedures.
- Maintain trackers and update the status of land activities related to the Company’s development plans; prepare routine reports and distribute information to appropriate departments.
- Support land brokers and title attorneys with lease acquisition, title ordering, curative tracking, invoice processing, and accurate data entry into land systems.
- Support the workflow and processing of executed documents, including submitting documents to Land Administration and tracking documents sent to county offices for recording.
- Provide administrative and data support for due diligence related to lease acquisitions, divestitures, trades, and other land transactions.
- Review land records and documents for completeness and consistency, and refer potential title or curative issues to a Landman or another appropriate team member.
- Prepare land status updates, reports, maps, and supporting information for development team meetings and project stakeholders.
- Collaborate with Land Administration, Legal, Accounting, Operations, and other departments to support the Company’s development plans.
- Review land-related data, identify discrepancies, and assist the Land team with tracking issues and follow-up items.
- Undertake special projects and other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
