Surface Analyst

Danos•Houston, TX

12h

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Surface Analyst to join our Land Administration Surface Team, supporting the administration and control of surface-related lease and contract records. With guidance, this role assists in managing surface interests associated with producing and non-producing properties, ensuring accurate data maintenance, contractual compliance, and effective coordination with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
4+ years of relevant experience in land administration, surface management, or a related discipline.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; willingness to learn additional systems and applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Knowledge of basic land principles, land terminology, and surface contracts and leases.
Ability to analyze land data and accurately input information into land data management systems.
Ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Proven ability to handle confidential and proprietary company information responsibly.
Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to changing needs and priorities.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Strong sense of accountability and ownership of deliverables, actions, and behaviors.
Must be able to meet all conditional job offer requirements including background, drug test, agility and fit for duty.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Quorum Land System and/or SAP preferred.

Responsibilities

Analyze, interpret, input, and maintain surface-related lease and contract data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
Assist in maintaining monthly calendars for payments, expirations, and contractual obligations related to surface assets.
Support surface-related Land Operations teams as requested.
Learn to identify, track, and manage contractual obligations tied to surface acquisitions, trades, and divestitures.
Assist with departmental special projects, including acquisitions and divestitures and large-scale data quality initiatives related to surface assets.
Learn to interpret surface contracts and leases, identifying and helping resolve technical, data-related, and procedural issues.
Assist with tracking partner offerings and performing associated recordkeeping activities.
Support preparation of agreement exhibits, lease reports, and acreage summaries for internal stakeholders and management.
Serve as a point of contact, when appropriate, for landowners and other stakeholders regarding property status and land administration processes.
Maintain professional affiliations with local and national land associations through participation in meetings and networking events.
Collaborate with internal teams, including Land Administration, Land Operations, Accounting, and Legal.
Complete assigned tasks efficiently, demonstrating accuracy, attention to detail, and accountability.
Take ownership of assigned projects and responsibilities, meeting deadlines and performance expectations.
Collaborate with team members to develop and implement strategies that enhance data integrity, contract management, and acreage prioritization.
Identify opportunities to improve data analysis and reporting, providing insights to management and stakeholders.
Participate in surface asset planning initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.
Support prioritization of surface asset projects, contributing to continuous improvement efforts.