The posting
The Surface Land Technician supports surface land, land administration, and operations within Chord Energy’s Land team. This role is responsible for assisting with land records, documentation, landowner coordination, and land system tasks that support drilling and construction activities. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, landowners, and contractors. This position is located in Williston, ND. Hybrid work schedule is an option for remote work on Mondays and Fridays. Level and salary will be commensurate with experience
Essential Job Functions
- Support land administration tasks including documentation and correspondence for land, drilling, and construction activities
- Assist in preparing documents associated with land program activities (e.g., surface use agreements, rights-of-way and easement agreements, road agreements, permits, amendments, etc.)
- Create and maintain Surface Ownership Reports and other land records
- Track surface agreements, payments, and contractual obligations to ensure compliance
- Maintain organized, complete, and audit-ready land files and records
- Build foundational knowledge of land systems, regulatory standards, and land administrative processes
- Communicate effectively within the team and seek guidance from senior team members as appropriate
- Coordinate with landowners and tenants regarding access, construction timing, and operational activities
- Obtain permissions from landowners for survey, construction, and drilling activities
- Secure and confirm access for field operations, including well sites, roads, and related infrastructure
- Support issue resolution related to landowner concerns, access conflicts, and operational changes
- Conduct basic research and pull information for landmen, including reviewing leases, agreements, and ownership data
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including the drilling, construction, regulatory, and environmental groups
- Perform additional duties as needed to support company operations
This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. Incumbents will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and duties outside of their normal responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- 3 years of relevant administrative or land-related experience
- Familiarity with land systems and spreadsheet software (e.g., Enertia, Quorum, Excel)
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Basic research skills for reviewing leases, contracts, and land documentation
- Ability to collaborate with various teams and departments
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to work in a fast-paced and fluid environment; flexible with the demands of a growing company
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
- Must be 21 years of age or older per company insurance requirements
- Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer, stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions, strength to lift and carry files weighing up to 10 pounds; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone
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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree or bachelor’s degree in business or a related field
- 5 years of relevant administrative or land-related experience
- Experience in the upstream and/or midstream oil and gas operation
- Familiarity with regulatory processes, including BLM and state requirement
- Strong data management and technical skills, including advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with project management and land/data management software (e.g., Enertia, Quorum, Smartsheet, or similar tools
- Experience reviewing and interpreting surface title, including ownership verification and identifying potential title issues
- Experience managing monthly surface payment obligations, including tracking, reconciliation, and ensuring compliance with contractual terms
EEO Statement:
Chord Energy does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
