Job description
Plains All American is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. On average, Plains handles more than 6 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.
Job Purpose/Summary: We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual to fill the position of Land Records Analyst within our Land Records group based in Houston, Texas. Land Records Analyst assists with the effective administration and control of all land record agreements.
Job Responsibilities:
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Analyzes and inputs lease data to ensure completeness, accuracy and consistency.
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Knowledge of land and right of way acquisition processes and documentation.
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Knowledge of proper legal document execution practices, such as what signatures are required for trusts, conservatorships, guardianships, estates, etc. Analyzes legal documents to assure that all have been properly executed and notarized.
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Knowledge of due diligence review of right of way files and understanding of assignability and reversionary clauses, restrictions, fractional ownerships, lease payments and terms, abandonment clauses.
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Ability to plot metes and bounds descriptions of property and read a variety of maps, electronic and paper.
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Ability to prepare maps (pipeline, topo, aerial) of property using ArcGIS and Google Earth.
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Ability to review title information and check accuracy of legal descriptions against maps.
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Ability to research surface ownership using online county clerk, assessor and recorder databases.
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Examines land document files (easements, licenses, deeds, permits, agreements, contracts, other documents and correspondence relating to the property) in order to determine issues such as multiple line rights, assignability/abandonment clauses, lease terms, restrictions, etc.
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Analyzes documents in order to prepare database reports involving ownership information, status of acquisition processes, instructions to operations crews, history of contacts between agents and landowners, payments made, damage settlements, property values and other pertinent data.
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Reviews, interprets, selects documents and supervises scanning for permanent storage of right of way records.
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Prepares full and partial releases, assignments and exhibits for land records transactions.
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Effectively and cooperatively interfaces with other departments within the company, including but not limited to, Accounting, Environmental and Safety, Land Operations, Legal and Tax. Works with other departments on projects including acquisitions and divestitures.
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Identifies and tracks contractual obligations associated with lease acquisitions and divestitures.
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Assists with litigation issues as requested.
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Provides technical expertise regarding the analysis and interpretation of complicated or ambiguous provisions of various land agreements and title issues.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:
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Knowledge of land principles and their application with the ability to analyze land data for the entry into the land data management system.
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Extensive understanding of land terminology, contracts and their uses with the ability to work on projects of increased complexity under general direction.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and willing to learn other computer applications.
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Working knowledge with a land management software system.
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Experience with mapping software, particularly ArcGIS and Google Earth.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills - both written and verbal.
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Ability to work under deadlines and on multiple projects.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
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Must be goal oriented, approaching projects with a sense of urgency and drive.
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Must be a team player who possesses the ability to adapt to new technologies, workflows and processes.
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4+ years of relevant experience.
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Bachelor's Degree required.
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This is a hybrid position, combining work at our Houston office with working from home;
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Cleared criminal history (background) and satisfactory reference checks; and
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Compliance with the Company’s drug and alcohol policy including pre-employment D&A testing.
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.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
By submitting your resume, you consent to the collection, use and necessary disclosure of the personal information provided during the application and selection process.
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