Michael Parks
About Michael Parks
Michael Parks is a Land Analyst at Chevron in Houston, Texas, with over a decade of experience in the oil and gas industry, specializing in land and division order analysis.
Current Position at Chevron
Michael Parks currently serves as a Land Analyst at Chevron in Houston, Texas, United States. His role involves analyzing land and mineral rights to support the company's operations. With his extensive background in land and division order analysis, he contributes to Chevron's success in managing its vast portfolio of land assets.
Previous Experience at Noble Energy
Prior to his current role, Michael Parks worked as a Division Order Analyst II at Noble Energy from 2017 to 2020. During his tenure there, he handled complex land and mineral rights issues, significantly contributing to the operational efficiency of the company. His work at Noble Energy strengthened his expertise in division order analysis and land management.
Role at Opportune LP
Michael Parks served as a Landman at Opportune LP from 2016 to 2017. In this role, he was responsible for land management and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. His work enriched his understanding of petroleum land management and regulatory frameworks.
Experience at Tiger Stripe Resources, LLC
Michael Parks worked at Tiger Stripe Resources, LLC in various capacities. He was a Senior Petroleum Landman from 2014 to 2016 and a Staff Petroleum Landman from 2012 to 2014. During this period, he gained considerable experience in managing land assets and negotiating mineral rights, enhancing his skills in land management within the oil and gas industry.
Educational Background
Michael Parks holds a JD from Oklahoma City University School of Law, earned from 2009 to 2012. He also earned a BA in Political Science from Texas A&M University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. This strong legal and political science background complements his professional expertise in land analysis and management.
Industry Experience and Internships
Michael Parks has over a decade of experience in the oil and gas industry, specializing in land and division order analysis. He also has internship experience in the public sector, having worked with District Attorney R. Lowell Thompson and County Judge Davenport in Corsicana, Texas. This combination of public sector internships and private sector roles offers him a well-rounded perspective on legal and land management issues.