LAND ANALYST
Job Summary:
The Land Analyst plays a vital role in supporting Dugan Production Corp.’s land operations by managing oil and gas lease records and title documents. This position ensures accurate and timely processing of land-related transactions, curative documentation, and ownership interests to maintain compliance and support production activities. The Land Analyst will work closely with the Land Manager, Accounting, and Production teams to ensure lease data integrity, meet regulatory deadlines, and resolve ownership or title issues.
Essential Duties:
•Research land and mineral ownership and assist in securing rights for drilling, operations, and surface use.
•Cure title defects by interpreting legal documents such as deeds, assignments, leases, and other instruments.
•Support lease acquisitions and divestitures.
•Monitor lease obligations, expiration dates, and payment requirements, including rentals, shut-ins, extensions, and minimum royalties.
•Maintain accurate lease and title data within land systems and generate reports as needed for internal tracking and compliance.
•Coordinate with internal teams, including production, revenue, accounting, and regulatory, to ensure lease and land data align across departments.
•Assist in the negotiation and documentation of rights-of-way, easements, and access agreements.
•Serve as a liaison between landowners (regulatory and private) and internal staff or contractors for matters involving permits, stipulations, violations, or complaints.
•Communicate with landowners and partners regarding lease status, curative requirements, or other concerns.
•Ensure deadlines are met for internal and regulatory processes, regulatory hearings, and lease compliance milestones.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
•In-depth understanding of oil and gas lease terms, land records, and curative practices.
•Proficient in interpreting and analyzing legal documents related to property and title.
•Strong working knowledge of land systems such as W Energy, iLandman, and MLRS preferred.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to deadlines and detail.
•Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple departments.
•Familiarity with San Juan Basin operations and Federal/Tribal lands preferred.
Education and Experience:
•Minimum 2–5 years of experience in oil and gas land or title administration.
•Experience with Federal, State, and Tribal lands is preferred.
•RL, RPL, CPL, CDOA, and/or CPLTA certification preferred.
•Active membership in AAPL, NADOA, and/or NALTA encouraged.
Working Conditions:
•Office environment with occasional travel or field visits.
•Prolonged periods of sitting; occasional standing, walking, or light lifting.
•Regular use of computers and land management systems.
Additional Information:
•FLSA Classification: Non-exempt
•Employment Category: Regular Full-Time
•Safety Sensitive Position: No
•The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodation will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
•The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
•Dugan Production is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
•The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities.
•Employment with Dugan Production Corp. is considered at will, meaning that either the company or employee may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause or notice.
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