Landman Title Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Stoel Rives LLP has an immediate opening for a Landman/Title Review Specialist experienced with ArcGIS in our Anchorage office. This position supports the Firm’s Environmental, Land Use and Natural Resources group, and other practice groups as time permits, by working with attorneys, staff, and clients to conduct research and prepare maps to support the natural resources practice.

• Assist attorneys with all aspects of mineral title practice by conducting research and analysis of public records maintained by local recorder’s offices, BLM, State of Alaska Department of Natural Resources, and other western states.
• Research and determine land status, including the effect and duration of withdrawal orders; analyze historical indices; and review federal tentative approvals, interim conveyances, and patents.
• Find, interpret, and analyze Master Title Plats, Historical Indices, LAS Abstracts, online GIS mapping tools (including Alaska Mapper), and other instruments relevant to land title research.
• Develop an understanding of key provisions of ANCSA and ANILCA and their implications for mineral lands in Alaska.
• Research whether public lands were open and available for mineral locations at the time of location; analyze location certificates, deeds, and other recorded instruments for adequacy.
• Conduct due diligence reviews for claim staking and claim acquisitions; prepare the statement of annual labor required for state mining claims; prepare claim sketch maps using ArcGIS.
• Research land status at the time of leasing, confirm ownership for oil and gas; calculate net revenue interests; analyze leases and unit files to determine title standing.
• Research water rights issued by state water resources departments and other agencies; prepare maps reflecting water right authorizations and uses with ArcGIS; assist attorneys in drafting reports.
• Engage with local landman, mining, and oil and gas communities; build recognized expertise and reputation for thorough due diligence.
• Participate in presentations of workshops, seminars at conferences, trade association meetings, and other events.
• Serve clients and attorneys throughout the firm by conducting real property title due diligence and other property or title related research and analyses as requested.

• Highly organized, detail oriented, enjoys problem solving.
• Strong analytical skills, initiative, excellent oral and written communication, high work standards.
• Effective at building positive relationships with clients and co-workers; team player.
• Ability to create and follow detailed checklists, prioritize multiple projects, meet deadlines, work independently, and learn from constructive feedback.

• Prior experience with land title documents, recording district searches, researching property information, and using and producing maps with ArcGIS.
• Rapidly learn, understand, and apply principles of property ownership, including skills to calculate interests in oil and gas leases.

• Operate telephone, computer, and office equipment; type for extended periods during a 7.5‑hour workday; accurately proofread documents.
• Carry files, binders, and pouches of files for short distances.

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of two (2) years of experience, or equivalent work experience, in fields related to real property, or research and analysis of public documents, with emphasis on analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.

This is a hybrid position, non‑exempt, and eligible for overtime compensation. Regular office hours are 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The ability to work longer hours during peak workload periods is essential. The position requires travel as needed, estimated to be one to two times each year.

• Salary range: $63,000 – $106,000, based on skills and experience;
• Annual discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits program;
• Paid family & medical leave, competitive PTO, remote work options;
• Medical, dental, vision, life, long‑term disability, AD&D, EAP, FSA, voluntary life, LTC;
• Firm‑contributed health savings account, pre‑tax transportation/parking plan with monthly subsidy of $100 for office workers 3+ days/week;
• Annual contribution to retirement plan.