Senior Analyst, Lease & Contracts

Summary of Position:

This position will review, interpret, analyze, set up and maintain complex Oil and Gas Leases, contracts, instruments, and surface agreements and will also be tasked with review and maintenance of lease and contracts payments and obligations. This position will be responsible for special projects and will work closely with the Lease and Contracts Supervisor and Manager.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Independently analyze, interpret, set up and maintain complex leases, contracts and/or instruments to determine and monitor ownership, rights, obligations, responsibilities, and costs of interest.
• Independently evaluate and determine the status of leases for the properties being shut-in, plugged, temporarily abandoned, etc., and advise and coordinate with Mineral Land as to what must be done to maintain the acreage involved.
• Conduct title review, chaining and updating title to ensure proper owner is paid and accounted for on lease records.
• Frequently review other analysts’ set-up and maintenance of leases, minerals, contracts and surface records for accuracy.
• Monitor lease and contact obligations, payment of rentals, minimum royalties and shut-in gas royalties in complex development areas.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate acreage figures concerning areas of responsibility where company is actively drilling.
• Interact with the Land Department and the Division Order Analysts as title issues arise and verify accuracy to validate title.
• Investigate and resolve questions and problems posed by Company departments and outside operators.
• Mentor and assist in the training of less experienced team members.
• Assist Lease and Contracts Manager with special projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Advanced knowledge of Oil and Gas Lease provisions and general Land Department functions.
• Highly proficient in data management, analysis and reporting
• Preferred knowledge of Bolo Land Module System, including query proficiency.
• Ability to work with and keep confidential, sensitive information.
• Ability to train and mentor a variety of personnel.
• Effectively work within a team environment by collaborating, providing support, and sharing information and ideas.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills required to support efficient planning and execution of work to meet established deadlines.
• Take initiative in managing projects and special assignments while working autonomously.
• Ability to be flexible, collaborative and professional under pressure and deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge of standard industry leases and contracts.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, able to articulate ideas clearly and effectively in a variety of settings and with diverse audiences.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred. 
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in Oil and Gas Industry with emphasis on Lease and Contracts or related work.
• Relevant Basin experience required.
• Bolo Experience preferred.

Travel Requirements:

• Work is performed at a CIVI location Tues-Thurs with an option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.
• Schedule: traditional 40-hour workweek or alternative schedule of 9 hour works days M-Thurs and 4-hour workdays Friday.

Benefits: 

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Dental and Vision insurance premiums are at no cost to employees.
• Generous 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 6% company match. 100% vest of employer contributions after the first month of employment. 
• Company paid Life & AD&D insurance.
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Critical Illness plans. 
• Vacation, sick, volunteer, and holiday pay.
• Health Saving Accounts (with an employer contribution) and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Fitness and tuition reimbursements.
• Opportunity for Short Term and Long-Term Incentives. 
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability programs.
• Paid parental leave.
• Volunteer opportunities through The Civitas Community Foundation.
• Employee assistance program.
• Your choice of paid parking or an RTD EcoPass for Denver-based employees.

Please note that the following job posting does not guarantee or promise specific benefits offerings to potential employees. While we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages, the availability and details of these offerings are subject to change and are ultimately determined by company policies and budgetary considerations. We encourage all applicants to review our official employee benefits documentation and engage in discussions with our HR representatives during the interview process to gain a comprehensive understanding of the benefits package available for the position.

Physical Requirements: 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by this position to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Work Environment: 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those this position may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job.  However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. 

Civitas Resources offers of employment take into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, external market, and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees.  

Base Pay Range: $105,000 - $115,000

Civitas Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce and provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. 

Application Deadline:

Application Deadline: May 10, 2025. Please note that applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Notice To Third Party Agencies:

Civitas does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to Civitas in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where Civitas has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of Civitas and Civitas will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

Salary : $105,000 - $115,000