Rosa Hicks
301 Lochridge #3 Azle, TX 76020
817-564-6968
Professional Experience
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
A highly motivated and dependable self-starter with an outgoing personality and superb organizational skills who is both a leader and a team player. Able to multi-task and follow instructions, applying them to day-to-day activities with little or no supervision. Proficient in alpha/numeric data entry and many software programs, including Microsoft Office, MS Outlook, and Internet research. Utilization of all standard office equipment. Division Orders, Leases, Deeds, JOAs and other agreements. Skilled at obtaining title searches, including difficult resolutions, Skilled in negotiations of oil and gas leases and acquisitions. Experienced in supervision of sub-contractors at remote locations, Able to observe confidentiality and discretion in confidential legal matters. General understanding of ArcGIS and shapefiles. Skilled in searching ownership of surface and minerals. Sharepoint, Tobin Maps, Deed Plotter Software. Notary Public for the State of Texas
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Hyde Oil and Gas April 2015-Present
Land Tech/Land Admin
· Negotiating oil & gas leases, surface use agreements, right of ways, and other industry agreements.
· Effectively analyze and interpret oil and gas leases to provide an understanding of the pertinent lease provisions affecting the bottom line.
· Cure title deficiencies brought forth within division order and drilling title opinions.
· Responsible for monitoring and maintenance of the title portfolio.
· Prepare contracts, agreements, division orders, correspondence and various land documents to be sent out to surface owners, royalty interest owners, industry partners, working interest owners.
· Writing/interpreting legal land descriptions.
· Track the review, execution and acquisition of new agreements.
· Assist with title issues and account questions related to division orders, asset sales, leasing and acquisitions.
· Prepare, maintain and process land related electronic files including detailed leasehold and mineral summary spreadsheets.
· Prepare/Review payment drafts for new lease purchases and check associated documentation for adequacy.
· Prepare and transmit proposal letters to owners on well drilling, workovers, completions, lease acquisitions, etc.
· Update records and monitor monthly lease obligations, expirations and terminations.
· Directly assist President/Owner of company with all projects, manage/run special projects as directed.
· Compile and validate land/claim data to create and maintain master lands file.
· Utilize databases to research lease, permit data and well information to provide a conclusion regarding the status of several of company assets.
· Prepare and process division order and transfer orders, released and suspended payments for owners and resolved problems regarding revenue distribution, calculate working, net revenue interests, and interest in complex allocation wells for exploration and production companies.
· Review and analyze title options, land contracts, operating agreements, oil and gas leases, curative, well and regulatory documents.
· Interpret conveyances, probate, and heirship records and other legal documents to determine ownership.
· Responsible for creating and maintaining database as well as master files for Ad Valorem Taxes in multiple counties in Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. Also ensure all taxes are paid in a timely manner.
Cornerstone Staffing/Texhoma Land Services October 2013-Present
Land Tech
· Complete weekly reports for managers review of Title opinion status.
· Prepare document packages pertaining to wells about to be drilled for sending out to the client.
· Created a system to convert Ownership Reports to an Ownership Summary, as well as a tracking system to update managers of where Ownership Summaries and final packages are at all times ensuring we have all documents pertaining to each Ownership Summary for further processing.
· Search server, title opinion and well files to upload documents including lease package and/or Oil and Gas Lease in Landwell Checklist for Well Manager review.
· Review Oil and Gas lease to include all specifications of lease in the system to notify Well Manager of anything that needs to be addressed.
· Generate and upload reports to the server for Well Managers review, including updated Maps, Weekly Leasing Reports, CTP Reports, and Renewal Acquisition Summary.
· Utilize Landbase system to ensure all tracts are included in Landwell Checklist.
Holland Services July 2013-September 2013
Title Examiner
· Review runsheets and documents to ensure accuracy in document entries in the chain of title that there aren’t any gaps. Correcting any formatting issues, and all documents are included.
· Access deed plot software to plot out deed calls for visual reference of the tract of land being researched.
· Analyze runsheet and documents to determine surface and mineral ownership.
· Create Ownership report, Coversheet, Table of Contents and Draft Title Recommendation.
· Search public records for current owner documents.
· Prepare all title packages and ensure accuracy on all documentation before it is sent to the client.
Transglobal Services September 2011-February 2013
Land Tech/Title Agent/Land Assistant
· Prepare Lease Packets to be sent to Lessor consisting of Oil and Gas Leases, W-9, Mail out letter, Lease Bonus Letter, and Bank Draft, create mailing labels and travel to get the lease packets sent out.
· Responsible for utilizing different tools to fill gaps in title by researching all avenues including Lexus Nexis, Ancestory.com, Intellius.com, Anywho.com, and Spokeo.com, search for probates in multiple Counties and call or fax a request to obtain the probate for curative title.
· Prepare complete Title packages to be sent to client and ensure accuracy on Signed Oil and Gas leases, Signed W-9, Bonus Letter, Bank Draft or copy of check, also include all documents pertaining to the specific tract of land, Runsheet, Mineral Ownership Report, Tax documentation, a detailed Lease Ownership Report with all of the Lessors information, Lease information, royalty, Gross and net acres, mineral ownership, and surface ownership.
· Responsible for creating Lease Purchase Report and ensuring accuracy to pay the proper mineral owner.
· Prepare detailed Weekly reports for the Supervisor and client on status of the lease.
· Administrative duties include handling all incoming mail and distributing accordingly, preparing bank deposits, scanning in incoming lease packets from lessor and uploading to Sharepoint.
· Update job requirements and job descriptions.
· Supervise lease analysts, including planning assignment of tasks and general workflow, training, and evaluation of employees.
· Responsible for maintaining accurate acreage inventory to comply with reporting requirements including the preparation of assignments, exhibits, and reports as required.
Independent Contractor April 2006-September 2011
Landman
· Reports to County courthouse daily to run Tract title from current owner to Patent/Present.
· Access deed plot software to plot out deed calls for visual reference of the tract of land being researched.
· Search Grantee/Grantor indices using the OPR and Deed index books f or pertinent documents.
· Analyze Easements and ROW agreements, oil and gas lease documents, etc. to create runsheets for complete title search.
· Assist Subordinates and Supervisor in identifying and resolving problems.
· Responsible for ensuring accuracy on check request to pay the proper mineral owner.
· Assist new hires in training and ensuring accuracy on title research.
· Prepare detailed Weekly reports for the Supervisor and client on complete title.
Fidelity National Title June 2004-April 2006
Escrow Assistant
· Maintain Trust accounting for Branch office
· Input new orders and insure they are returned in a timely manner
· Assist customers in setting appointments to close on their property
· Prepare closed files to go to lender, also gather documents to send a request for policies and send recording information to the proper county
· Review title work for any lien’s bankruptcies, law suits, and obtain proper release of lien or payoff
· Prepare files for closing obtaining payoff for previous loan, insurance, survey, termite inspections, etc.
· Assist Lenders, Mortgage Companies, and Real Estate Agents with ensuring they receive title commitment, tax certificates and any necessary documents to close on properties by desired date.
· Research faxed request from lenders to assist with any problems that arise such as not receiving a final title policy
American Airlines August 2000-June 2004
Administrative Assistant
· Provided administrative support to the Managing Director, four Managers and 50 Analysts.
· Served as backup to the VP Secretary and other Directors as needed.
· Collected pertinent data and updated the Website Operations Calendar to reflect marketing activities, press releases, fare sales, system change request for AA.com.
· Responsible for drafting and typing correspondence; compiling and distributing all correspondence; and screening incoming calls and routing appropriately.
· Coordinated domestic and international travel for Director, Managers, and outsource contractors, provided detailed itineraries, scheduled meetings, coordinated travel and presentations with other departments.
· Maintained automated time and attendance records for the entire department to ensure proper pay.
· Scheduled interviews for job applicants, monitored evaluation process and drafted appropriate letters of response to applicants.
· Responsible for ordering and maintaining office supplies, computers, software, and toner for department.
· Prepared weekly activity report for Managing Director.
· Maintained electronic calendars for Director and Managers.
· Organized department special projects, outings, and events.
References available upon request.