Curative Agent

Job Summary:

The Curative Agent position searches and analyzes title reports, title commitments, and public records in order to identify, analyze and help cure defects in title and generally de-risk energy projects. Produce accurate, detailed reports summarizing results and/or recommendations.

Job Responsibilities:

• Analyze title reports and title commitments to identify curative issues.
• Prepare reports and memorandums as necessary to explain curative requirements and recommendations.
• Prepare spreadsheets for tracking progress.
• Examines oil and gas leasehold interests.
• Perform heirship research on deceased owners, preparing reports, affidavits, and supporting documentation as needed.
• Conducts outreach to interest owners and other stakeholders to satisfy curative requirements.
• Accurately prepare curative documents.
• Provide quality research and reports based on client needs and criteria.
• Uphold Western Land Services’ Core values in all aspects of work.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read and interpret maps.
• Ability to interpret complex documents to obtain and understand legal property descriptions.
• Basic familiarity with standard Microsoft Office Software including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to create and use spreadsheets including multiple worksheets and intermediate functions such as totaling columns, changing formats, and entering/using basic formulas.
• Ability to type using a computer keyboard to enter information rapidly, accurately, and proficiently.
• Some positions may require lengthy travel and overnight commitments in order to complete projects.
• Proven to follow complex chains of title in an efficient and accurate manner.
• Reviews title and heirship work for accuracy
• May involve client interaction.
• Read and write in English.
• Communicate verbally with staff members and/or customers.
• Give and/or follow verbal and written instructions.
• Perform mathematical calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Retrieve, read and interpret information from technical sources.

Required Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required; some college is a plus.
• 5+ years’ experience working in land or title is preferred.