Senior Land Technician

Prairie Operating Co LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Operating Co LLC in Denver is looking for a Senior Land Technician to support the Land Team in the DJ Basin area. This position involves assisting Land professionals with well preparation, coordinating land information flow, and preparing various agreements under minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Associate degree in an energy related field and 5-10 years of experience, preferably in the DJ Basin. Strong communication skills and advanced computer abilities are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of related experience required, DJ Basin experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist company Landmen in the well preparation process.
• Coordinate and analyze land information flow.
• Prepare operated and non-operated agreements.
• Conduct research on Colorado ECMC rules and regulations.
• Provide training and mentorship to less experienced Land Technicians.

Skills

Advanced computer skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or associate degree in an energy related field

Tools

Microsoft 365 suite

Quorum ODL

Job description

Senior Land Technician – Land Team, DJ Basin, Denver

Reports to: Land Tech Manager

Salary Range: $110,000 - $135,000

Job Summary

The Senior Land Technician performs a variety of tasks in support of the assigned department under minimal supervision. This position is responsible for providing support to Land professionals on the Land Team, in the DJ Basin.

Essential Functions

• Assist company Landmen in the well preparation process (leasing, title, permitting, curative, statutory pooling, etc.)
• Coordinate, organize, and analyze land information flow with other team members, including Land Admin.
• Preparation of correspondence as it relates to team activity.
• Preparation of operated and non-operated agreements (Declaration of Pooling, Confidentiality Agreements, Affidavits, Joint Operating Agreements, etc.)
• Preparation of operated well proposals and process non-operated proposals.
• Review and monitor leases and contracts as set up by Land Administration.
• Utilize company tools (Quorum ODL, Weld County Eagle Web, etc.) for data extraction and analysis.
• Conduct research and maintain an advanced understanding of Colorado ECMC rules and regulations.
• Review Division Order Interests/Division Order Title Opinions to prepare well setup packages for new wells and as needed.
• All essential functions as identified by manager.
• Provides training and mentorship to less experienced Land Technicians.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

• Requires advanced knowledge of job-related experience and position specific skills.
• Requires advanced computer skills (including Microsoft 365 suite) and knowledge of a variety of discipline specific software.
• Can anticipate problems and proactively seek to minimize impact.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Uses skill and judgment to solve complex problems independently.
• Demonstrates the ability to produce results.
• Ability to initiate new ideas and methods; uses knowledge and experience to make recommendations.
• May serve as resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues.
• Can work independently as well as on a team to complete complex projects.
• Capability to interact with other departments to create effective procedures.
• Takes initiative and an active role in team meetings.
• Ability to mentor more junior members of the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in an energy related field preferred.
• 5-10 years of related experience required, DJ Basin experience preferred.

Work Environment

• Job is partially performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires regular use of a computer, keyboard, mouse, and multi-line telephone system.
• The noise level in the office environment is usually quiet.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital status or veteran status.