Pennsylvania General Energy

Summary:  The Field Landman will support the company’s exploration and development efforts by performing leasing, easement acquisition, title research, and stakeholder outreach in our area of operations. This position is based near our field office and will work closely with landowners, local officials, and regulatory bodies. The Field Landman will report directly to the Director of Land and serve as an integral part of our long-term land strategy, helping ensure consistent, local presence and continuity in operations. 

Key duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

1. Conduct title research and analysis in county courthouses and online databases
2. Negotiate and acquire oil and gas leases, surface use agreements, and other land-related contracts
3. Represent the company at township meetings, community events, and meetings with local stakeholders
4. Monitor local permitting, zoning, and regulatory developments that impact company interests
5. Coordinate with contractors and third-party land service providers as needed
6. Prepare reports, maps, and documentation for internal use and regulatory filings
7. Maintain accurate and organized land files and records
8. Support the Director of Land on strategic projects, acquisitions, and due diligence efforts
9. Serve as a local point of contact for landowner inquiries or issues

Core Competencies:  To be successful in this position, the incumbent must contribute to the team as well as have the ability to perform tasks by using the following key attributes:

1. Proactive: does things before being asked or forced by events.
2. Skillful: takes the lead using a wide range of skills acquired through experience
3. Partnership and Teamwork: actively engages and respects contributions of others using face to face collaboration skills, through virtual communication and/or written communications.
4. Looks for ways to accomplish results efficiently and with successful outcomes.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by 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.

1. Visual acuity imperative.
2. Fine manipulation skills as necessary to operate a PC.
3. Work conditions may include field conditions in and around hazards related to the natural gas industry and may include after hours, occasional weekends and availability to respond to work related situations.

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Associate’s degree in Land Administration, Business, or related field or equivalent experience
2. 3+ years of relevant land experience (title, leasing, or fieldwork) in the oil & gas industry
3. Knowledge of state and local land laws and regulatory processes
4. Strong communication and negotiation skills
5. Self-starter comfortable working independently in a remote office
6. Willingness to travel locally within the operational area as needed
7. Familiarity with land management software and mapping tools a plus
8. AAPL membership or CPL/RPL certification preferred but not required
9. Active Pennsylvania Notary Public or ability to acquire