Job Summary
Entry-level Landman position responsible for conducting foundational land work, including investigating and verifying the company’s ownership position and competitor activity within an area of responsibility. This role may coordinate and communicate with internal stakeholders, outside contractors, and third-party competitors. The Landman I has a basic understanding of land functions and applies established guidelines and procedures while developing professional skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in conducting land work, including gathering and reviewing land and lease records, titles, abstracts, and related documentation to support acquisition, development, and/or divestiture activities.
- Support the examination of titles and resolution of routine defects under the direction of more experienced Landmen.
- Assist in compiling information used in recommendations on farm-ins, farm-outs, and other exploration activities, as well as in maintaining producing leases and co-owner relationships.
- Prepare and maintain basic land files, maps, spreadsheets, and tracking tools to ensure accurate documentation of land ownership, obligations, and key dates.
- Draft and route standard correspondence, simple agreements, and internal summaries using approved templates and guidance from more experienced Landmen.
- Coordinate with internal partners (e.g., Legal, Regulatory, Accounting, Operations) to obtain information and ensure accurate land documentation and data entry.
- Participate in lease reviews, due diligence, and data room activities in a supporting capacity.
- Observe negotiations and land/lease sale activities to build foundational understanding of negotiation approaches and market practices.
- Follow established procedures, policies, and controls, escalating non-standard issues to supervisors or more experienced Landmen.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills and Competencies
- Understands different types of negotiations and observes how they are conducted in practice.
- Demonstrates a general understanding of basic oil and gas agreements and routine provisions (e.g., oil and gas leases, assignments, and simple contracts).
- Possesses introductory understanding of property law, methods of acquiring title, oil and gas leases, fractional interests, and ownership and interests.
- Understands the importance of building a strong professional network and regularly participates in or attends professional functions.
- Develops professional relationships with industry peers, primarily when working directly together on trades.
- Works best with detailed instructions; avoids unnecessary risk-taking and accepts responsibility for decisions within clearly defined parameters.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Land Management, Energy Management, Business Administration, Law, or a related discipline.
- An acceptable pre-employment background and drug test.
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant internships, co-ops, or related industry experience preferred.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, and stooping.
- Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.
- Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.
Continental Resources, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities and access for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
