Regulatory Land Use Specialist

Company Information

Bison Oil & Gas is a Denver-based upstream oil and gas exploration and production company committed to pursuing value through responsible oil and gas development that ensures maximum benefits to both shareholders and stakeholders by operating intelligently, ethically, responsibly, and on the cutting edge of technology.

Bison Oil & Gas IV operates in the DJ Basin of Colorado and Wyoming. Bison has operated in the DJ since 2015 and currently operates over 315,000 net acres, 700 wells, and ~50,000 BOE of production per day. Bison is a leading modern operator that strives to operate with the least possible impact on the environment and our surrounding communities. Bison is the largest private operator in the DJ Basin.

Why this role matters to our organization:

This role creates clear ownership for surface land issues that directly impact regulatory approvals, schedules, and high‑value project execution. By placing focused surface expertise within Regulatory, it reduces delays, strengthens accountability, and allows Land to remain focused on commercial strategy.

What it takes to be successful in this role:

Success in this role requires strong experience navigating urban oil and gas surface and regulatory complexity, combined with the ability to drive clear ownership, stakeholder coordination, and timely execution. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively across Regulatory, Land, and external stakeholders while managing high-value projects.

Summary

The Regulatory Land Use Specialist provides dedicated surface land support for complex, time‑sensitive upstream oil and gas projects in urban and regulated environments. The role manages regulatory‑critical surface matters such as surface siting, access, easements, ROWs, and informed consent, working closely with Regulatory, Land, and project teams to support timely and compliant execution.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Serve as the dedicated contact for surface land matters for urban and complex project matters on assigned high‑value, time‑sensitive, and regulatory‑critical projects.

• Manage execution of surface siting, Surface Use Agreements (SUAs), access planning, easement siting, and pipeline ROW activities required to support regulatory approvals and project schedules.

• Coordinate informed consent processes, including stakeholder outreach, documentation, and alignment for locations with increased regulatory and community sensitivity (including Residential Building Units within 2,000 feet) for urban and complex projects.

• Serve as a surface land liaison on assigned urban and complex projects with regulatory agencies, local governments, landowners, and internal project teams to support permitting and approval processes.

• Support and participate in DIC meetings, CPW onsite consultations, ECMC coordination, and other regulatory or stakeholder engagement activities related to surface impacts on assigned urban and complex projects.

• Collaborate closely with the Surface Land team to ensure alignment on landowner communications, Surface Use Agreements (SUAs), easements, ROW strategy, and execution plans.

• Ensure surface‑related regulatory inputs, timelines, risks, and dependencies are clearly identified, documented, and managed on the regulatory critical path.

• Support urban redevelopment and re‑entry projects requiring specialized surface and regulatory coordination.

• Maintain clear and accurate documentation and communication for assigned surface land activities to support consistent and accountable execution.

Core Competencies

• Responsiveness to Tasks

• Ownership of Projects

• Hitting Deadlines 

• New Skill Development

• Tackling New Challenges

• Working Well with Others 

Education and Experience (required)

• 5+ years of experience in upstream oil and gas surface land use, regulatory coordination, or land management, with a strong emphasis on urban development projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Land Management, Business, Environmental Studies, Planning, Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience in Adams County and similar urban operating environments, with working knowledge of ECMC requirements and local government regulations related to surface siting, easement siting, pipeline right‑of‑way, access, informed consent, and urban oil and gas operations.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background screening

• Ability to legally work in the US without sponsorship 

Additional Information

Compensation

Our cash compensation amount for this role is targeted at $95,200-152,300 annually in this location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise and may vary from the amount listed above. 

Top Benefits & Perks

As a member of Bison, you’ll enjoy an impressive benefits package:

• Medical Plan: Bison offers multiple medical plans to choose from. 

o Lowest level plan premiums are covered at 100% for employee and dependents

o Additional buy-up plan options available with premiums covered at 75% for employee and dependents

• HSA with Bison per pay period contribution.

• FSA across multiple medical plans.

• Dental Plan: Bison covers premiums for dental plans for employees and dependents. 

o Additional buy-up plan option available with premiums covered at 75% for employee and dependents

• Vision plan.

• Long-term disability, life insurance, and AD&D covered by Bison. 

• 401k plan: Bison matches 100% of employee contributions up to the first 4% of compensation. 

• Paid Time Off. 

• Paid Volunteer Day. 

• Sick Time.

• Onsite Gyms.

• Paid Parking or RTD Pass.

• Cellphone reimbursement. 

Location

This position is located Denver, Colorado. Candidates currently residing in locations outside of daily commuting distance will be considered, however, it is the expectation that the selected individual will be available at the work location. No relocation or travel assistance will be provided by the Company for this position. 

Work Environment

This position operates in an office environment. This entails working inside in an office space wherein employee may be provided a public work station (cubicle) or private office. From time to time, the role will require field visits where exposure to extreme weather conditions, fumes, airborne particles, vibrations, dust, electrical charges and other unforeseen exposures may be encountered. 

Physical Demands

In the performance of the duties and responsibilities of this job, the employee is required to have visual acuity to operate a motor vehicle and view a computer terminal for prolonged periods of time. While at work sites, the employee will be expected to walk and stand. Individuals might be asked to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and/or crawl. Individuals might be required to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs. in the performance of this position. 

Position Type and Working Hours

This is a full-time position. We operate on a 9/80 work schedule. Typical work hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, and 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on working Fridays. Employee must be capable and willing to work overtime as required and to participate in occasional meetings, events, seminars, conferences, or other activities outside of typical work hours. Employees responsible for project operations are expected to monitor and, in some cases, respond to emails, calls, or texts outside of business hours.

Travel

Occasional travel to work site locations may be expected. Overnight stays may be required from time to time for training, seminars, field visits, or visits to onsite locations. 

Disclaimer

This job posting is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. The Company reserves the right to change or assign additional duties, responsibilities, and activities at any time with or without notice. 

Hiring Practices

Bison is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact HR at View email address on click.appcast.io. Final candidates may be required to pass pre-employment screenings including but not limited to background checks and drug screens.

How to Apply

This position’s application window is anticipated to close on June 10th, 2026 based on our current hiring timeline. The deadline may be extended if needed, and any updates will be reflected in the job posting. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interested candidates should apply via the LinkedIn job posting. Candidates selected to move forward in Bison’s hiring process will be contacted to schedule a phone or in-person interview.