Analyst, Land Title Administration

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We are looking for an experienced and motivated oil and gas surface title professional to fill the position of Analyst, Land Title Administration within our Land Records group based in Houston, Texas. The Analyst, Land Title Administration researches and analyzes surface ownership and supporting title documents for properties associated with the Company’s land interests. The position maintains accurate, well-documented ownership records; identifies discrepancies and curative needs; coordinates title research; and communicates ownership changes to relevant stakeholders. The analyst supports transactions, audits, and other Land Records projects.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Verify surface ownership using county clerk/recorder website indexing and other online title plants and databases.
• Use GIS mapping system to verify assets and property locations. 
• Analyze curative and conveyance documents, including deeds, probate, and assignments, to update surface ownership.
• Research county appraisal and tax records to corroborate owner names, mailing addresses, and parcel information; reconcile discrepancies with recorded conveyance and other supporting documents.
• Track business entity name changes, mergers, etc. using Secretary of State websites and other resources.
• Examine and interpret third party abstracts.
• Communicate with landowners to resolve inquiries and obtain documentation necessary for title curative and owner account updates.
• Maintain an auditable record of ownership research, including source documents, recording references, findings, unresolved issues, and the basis for each ownership update.
• Communicate ownership changes with all relevant land personnel.
• Coordinate third party contractors engaged by company for title research and abstracting including scope, deadlines, completeness review, and resolution of missing information.
• Assist with acquisitions & divestitures (including researching ownership, validating records, and preparing supporting documentation), due diligence efforts, audits (internal and external), data conversions, escheatment, and other special projects.
• Assist with Land Records special projects, as requested.
• Effectively and cooperatively interface with other departments within the company, including Accounting, Environmental and Safety, Operations, Legal and Tax. 
• Share technical knowledge and assist with peer training and process documentation.

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Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:

• 5+ years oil & gas title experience required
• Ability to use metes and bounds deed plotting tools
• Proficient with mapping software, particularly ArcGIS and Google Earth.
• Experience working online and in-person with tax offices, county clerk/recorders offices, court records, probate records, partition cases, etc.
• Experience working with a land management software system.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and willing to learn other computer applications.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills - both written and verbal.
• Ability to work under deadlines and on multiple projects.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Prioritizes competing assignments, meets established deadlines, communicates delays promptly, and collaborates effectively across departments while maintaining research accuracy.
• Must be a team player who possesses the ability to adapt to new technologies, workflows and processes.
• Associate’s degree or higher preferred but not required.
• Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks
• Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing.
• This position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of their employment.

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