Landman-Sequestration, Sr. (Finance)
JOB DESCRIPTION
Primary purpose:
The Senior Landman is responsible for providing effective land management services in all aspects of subsurface and surface real property interests in support of Tallgrass's rapidly growing Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) business.JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in business, preferably in Petroleum Land Management or related field.
- A minimum of seven (7) years industry experience with five (5) years of in-house land experience preferred.
- Knowledge of real property law, business law, title examination standards and procedures, agricultural and ranching practices, and general oil and gas activities.
- Knowledge of oil and gas lease forms, pooling/unitization agreements, operating agreements, farmout agreements, and various negotiable contracts typically used in exploration activities.
- Knowledge of and prior experience obtaining necessary regulatory orders and approvals related to drilling Class II, Class VI, or oil and gas wells.
- Knowledge of applicable federal, state, tribal, and local governmental laws, and regulations relative to acquisition, maintenance, and management of real property interests.
- Knowledge of land-related computer applications.
- Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Project, and Outlook.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
- Must possess and maintain valid authorization as a notary public for the state within which the job is located.
- Solution oriented- adept at finding solutions that create value for Tallgrass and others.
- Relationship oriented- strong interpersonal skills for building relationships with landowners, regulatory agencies, partners, competitors, and other key stakeholders.
- Openness to new ideas- willingness and receptiveness to having ideas challenged.
- Innovative in conceptualizing new solutions and properly managing risk.
- Proven effective conflict resolution skills.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Must be able to work within a team, take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
- Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks concurrently with strict deadlines and minimal supervision.
- Ability to organize and prioritize daily work.
- Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.
All of the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
- Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
- Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
- The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and listen. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Overnight travel as required.
- Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
- The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit reports for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
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PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Above the minimum requirements, not required but advantageous in this position:
- Petroleum Land Management degree or JD preferred.
- Certified Professional Landman (CPL) or Registered Professional Landman (RPL) through the American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL).
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.
COMPENSATION: $127,719- $145,000Essential duties and responsibilities:
- Participate in, develop, coordinate, and supervise the negotiation, acquisition, maintenance, administration, and disposition of real property rights and interests, including easements, leasehold, fee interests, licenses, and permits in support of CCUS projects.
- Strategize and manage large lease acquisition projects in partnership with third-party brokers.
- Negotiate trades, development agreements, operating agreements, and other contracts necessary to acquire, develop, and operate property rights.
- Prepare cost estimates and manage budgets in conjunction with commercial, project management, and subsurface teams.
- Establish, cultivate, and manage relationships with landowners, regulatory agencies and industry partners and competitors.
- Analyze and interpret title documents and secure appropriate curative.
- Participate in and/or conduct public meetings and community outreach relative to land activity in support of CCUS projects or other activities, including but not limited to land use hearings, open houses, and stakeholder engagement meetings.
- Keep current on and participate in the development of federal, state, and local regulations as needed.
- Maintain a regular, dependable attendance and a consistently high level of performance.
- Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
