Landman

Ideal Candidates Locations are: Wheeling or Parkersburg

About Halo Land Management

Halo Land Management partners with leading energy companies to support critical oil and gas development. Our teams handle everything from title and abstracting to right of way and land negotiation. We move fast, we value accuracy, and we care about how work gets done, not just that it gets done.

As we grow, we are building a consistent standard for what success looks like in every role. This Land Agent position is a key part of that effort.

Position Summary

As a Land Agent you are the frontline connection between Halo, our clients, and landowners. You are responsible for negotiating oil and gas leases, documenting all activity with precision, and representing Halo with professionalism in the field and over the phone.

You will use your knowledge of leases, land concepts, and negotiation to move deals forward while balancing quality, quantity, and strong relationships. The ideal candidate brings at least one to three years of land or related experience, is highly organized, and thrives in a setting with clear expectations and minimal micromanagement.

Key Responsibilities

Landowner Outreach and Negotiation

- Contact landowners through phone, email, letters, and in person visits to discuss lease opportunities and project needs

- Explain lease terms, answer questions, and handle objections in a clear, professional manner

- Negotiate lease terms within approved authority and escalate redlines or nonstandard requests for review

- Build rapport with a wide range of landowners, including elderly or high profile individuals, and maintain patience and professionalism at all times

- Coordinate attorney or representative interactions where needed and provide context to project leadership

Documentation and Reporting

- Maintain accurate negotiator notes for every contact, including date, method of contact, and outcome

- Correctly request leases and related documents, including LPRs and ARFs, with complete and accurate information

- Track and update the status of leases and tracts in project systems and trackers

- Use accuracy trackers and quality reports to continually improve, reduce errors, and avoid repeated issues

- Ensure all lease forms, riders, and related documents follow current project standards and approvals

Field Work and Site Engagement

- Conduct field visits when needed to meet landowners, deliver documents, and support recording or execution

- Represent Halo professionally in appearance, communication, and conduct during all in person interactions

- Coordinate with team members to cover field and remote needs based on project structure

Internal Communication and Teamwork

- Communicate consistently with project managers, coordinators, and admins on status, blockers, and upcoming needs

- Share best practices and lessons learned with peers and support a culture of continuous improvement

- Step in to help teammates when possible and maintain a team first mindset, even as an independent contractor when applicable

What Success Looks Like

While every project is different, success in this role generally follows a progression.

Within 30 Days

- Understand core project processes, expectations, and Halo standards

- Know how to submit LPRs, ARFs, and billing, and understand basic workflow from contact to execution

- Understand team structure and know who to go to for specific questions and approvals

Within 90 Days

- Operate with a high degree of self sufficiency in daily responsibilities

- Be fully familiar with lease forms, standard riders, and riders that require special approval

- Know where to find answers in prior emails, resources, and systems before asking repeat questions

Within 6 to 12 Months

- Deliver consistent high quality work with reduced errors and strong accuracy metrics

- Demonstrate clear strengths as a closer, relationship builder, or documentation specialist that leadership can lean into

- Be considered for mentorship opportunities, higher level assignments, or future lead or employee positions depending on fit and interest

- Make the manager’s job easier by staying ahead of issues and requiring only periodic check ins

Required Qualifications

- Commissioned field notary in Ohio, or ability and willingness to obtain within a defined timeframe

- 1-3 of experience in land, oil and gas, right of way, real estate, or a closely related field

- Working knowledge of basic land concepts such as township and section and general understanding of lease structures

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including clear notes and professional email etiquette

- General technical proficiency and comfort with email, spreadsheets, and web based CRM or project systems

- Reliable transportation for local field visits when required

Culture and Team Fit

A strong fit for this role is someone who:

- Brings a team first mindset and is willing to help others on the project

- Is not selfish or entitled and is comfortable recording documents and doing foundational work

- Lives out Halo’s core values and Halo Habits in daily actions, not just words

- Takes pride in representing Halo positively with landowners, clients, and peers

- Enjoys being part of a high performing, competitive, and supportive team

What You Can Expect

- A culture that values both results and how those results are achieved

- A fun and supportive environment that makes land work engaging again

- Freedom and flexibility in how you structure your work, with clear expectations and minimal micromanagement

- A strong support system beyond a single manager, with access to experienced team members and leaders

- Real opportunities to grow, whether that means more complex assignments, informal leadership, or exploration of other roles within Halo

- Leaders who work to understand your strengths and weaknesses and assign work to help you succeed