Land Records Specialist

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Review and analyze new rights-of-way, leases, deeds, assignments, bills of sale, contracts and other land documents (“Land Documents”) and prepare physical files.
• Data entry of new Land Documents into the Land Records Database.
• Aid in the review, input, barcoding, scanning and indexing of Land Documents to Database and Intelligent Capture.
• Use GIS to confirm the status and details about assets.
• Communicate with Land staff and contractors to obtain all relevant support and documentation related to Land Documents.
• Maintain, organize and file all Land Documents in the Land file rooms.
• Maintain, organize and file all land and pipeline maps/alignment sheets and survey plats into SharePoint and in physical files.
• Review physical files to confirm the accuracy of the information represented in the Land Records Database.
• Absorb and assist with special projects as requested.
• Perform Land Records Database cleanup projects as well as maintenance of records as needed.
• Respond to inquiries and provide information to Land, Operations and other departments throughout the Company.
• Research surface ownership using online county clerk, assessor and recorder databases.
• Prepare, organize and maintain Land Documents and update indexes of records to be stored at offsite locations.
• Submit Land Documents to county clerks for recording.
• Absorb and assist with special projects as requested.
• Prepare check requests, as needed.
• Perform general office duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1-3 years Oil and gas land records experience.
• Attention to detail is imperative and will be a key component.
• Able to perform detailed work with speed and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with all levels within the organization as well as external contacts.
• Thorough and detailed worker with excellent organizational skills and judgment.
• Self-starter who is eager to learn.
• Team player and responsible individual who takes initiative/ownership in all areas of work.
• Experience with mapping software, particularly ArcGIS is strongly preferred.
• Highly flexible and able to multitask and adapt to changing protocol and responsibilities as is necessary.
• Ability to meet deadlines, occasionally work overtime upon short notice.
• Associate’s Degree or higher preferred, but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Access.
• Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks.
• Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing.

Benefits

At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders, and we also respect our employees' need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.

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