Overview
Utica Shale Mineral Title Researcher Jobs in Remote at Harbinger Land
Job Description
Harbinger Land is seeking highly experienced mineral title agents well-versed in the complexities of surface and mineral title in the Utica/Marcellus Shale areas of Appalachia. While this role offers remote flexibility, strong preference (and bonus points!) will be given to candidates based in Southeast Ohio, Northern West Virginia, or Western PA. Local proximity and the ability to occasionally travel to regional county courthouses to pull physical documents will open the door to expanded future opportunities with our team.
Company Overview
Harbinger Land provides comprehensive land services for clients across the United States. Our mission is to embrace our clients’ goals as our own applying creativity, deep industry experience, and integrity to solve complex land challenges. We operate on a philosophy of clear ownership and service-based leadership. By equipping our agents with the right tools, clear communication, and a supportive culture, we empower them to the best title agents in the industry and drive superior results for our clients.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Coordinate directly with the Land Manager to execute comprehensive surface and mineral title research for lease acquisitions.
- Run full chains of title from patent to present, navigating complex severances, heirships, and fractional interests.
- Prepare accurate, detailed runsheets, ownership reports, and related title documentation.
- Research and acquire accurate landowner contact information to facilitate negotiations.
- For local candidates: Visit specific county courthouses to navigate physical index books and obtain crucial documents unavailable in online repositories.
Required Experience
- 5+ years minimum of dedicated experience in land title research.
- Deep working knowledge of title issues in the Utica/Marcellus Shale areas of Appalachia
- High proficiency in building complex reports using Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.
- Experience efficiently managing digital files across cloud-based storage systems (especially Google Drive).
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Experience working with the Parse AI title research platform.
- Working knowledge of GIS mapping platforms, parcel layers, or deed plotting software (e.g., Net Deed Plotter).
- Established relationships with local community stakeholders and government/county clerks.
- Curative experience.
Job Types: Contract, Temporary
Pay: $34.38 – $43.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: Remote
Title: Utica Shale Mineral Title Researcher
Company: Harbinger Land
Location: Remote
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