Landman

iLocatum; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to oil and gas operations

Career advancement opportunities

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking an entry-level Landman in Morgantown, WV. This role involves researching land ownership, securing lease agreements, and supporting drilling activities. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree in Energy Management or a related field, with 2–5 years of relevant experience, and strong negotiation and organizational skills. The position offers exposure to complex oil and gas operations and opportunities for career advancement in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience as a Landman in the oil and gas industry.
• Solid understanding of lease negotiation and land records.
• Willingness to travel to field offices and courthouses.

Responsibilities

• Research public records and verify ownership of mineral rights.
• Assist in negotiating and acquiring oil and gas leases.
• Support title examination and coordinate with title attorneys.
• Track and maintain lease records and obligations.
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal use.

Skills

Land negotiation

Title research

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Energy Management or related field

Tools

Land management software (iLandMan, Quorum)

Job description

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Reporting to the Land Manager, the Landman will support land operations by researching ownership, securing lease agreements, and performing due diligence to support drilling and development activities. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented and proactive individual with a strong grasp of land and title work, looking to deepen their expertise and grow within the land department.

Key Responsibilities

• Research public records and title documents to verify ownership of mineral and surface rights.
• Assist in preparing, negotiating, and acquiring oil and gas leases and related agreements.
• Support title examination and coordinate with title attorneys to resolve defects.
• Track and maintain lease records, obligations, and critical dates to ensure compliance.
• Provide support in due diligence and acquisition efforts for new properties or assets.
• Serve as a point of contact with landowners and represent the company professionally in all dealings.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (legal, drilling, operations, etc.) to ensure alignment on land matters.
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal use related to leasing status, obligations, and land positions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Energy Management, Petroleum Land Management, Business, or related field preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience as a Landman in the oil and gas industry.
• Solid understanding of lease negotiation, title research, and land records.
• Familiarity with land management software (e.g., iLandMan, Quorum) is a plus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive landowner relationships.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Willingness to travel as needed to field offices and county courthouses.

What You’ll Gain

• Exposure to complex and active oil and gas operations.
• Opportunities for career advancement into senior land or land management roles.
• A collaborative team environment with mentorship from experienced professionals.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Staffing and Recruiting