CAREERS

Work at Laramie Energy

Laramie Energy’s corporate offices are located in Denver, Colorado with its oil & gas operations located in Grand Junction. We employ over 75 employees and are proud of the culture we have built. We believe in growing and developing our employees and seek out talent who’s values align with our corporate core values. If you are interested in applying for one of our job openings, please email us at careers@laramie-energy.com. Please attach your resume and indicate the job you are applying for.

Current Open Positions

Administrative Assistant - Downtown Denver (5 days in office)

The Administrative Assistant is responsible for managing Laramie's administrative needs. This is a full-time position which provides a full range of support tasks and requires presenting a professional and courteous demeanor to visitors, clients, and employees. This position reports to the Office Manager.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Maintain access cards
  • Maintain parking cards/vouchers
  • Meet and greet visitors
  • Answer & screen phone calls
  • Place service calls for office equipment (i.e. copiers, postage machine, etc.)
  • Assist Office Manager as needed
  • Prepare Credit Applications for projects
  • Process Expense Reports as needed and all correspondence for VP-Land
  • Assist with Travel Coordination
  • Track inventory & order office supplies (copier paper, post-its, pens, etc.)
  • Stock & order drinks (coffee, tea, etc.), snacks & office supplies as needed
  • Maintain/clean all areas in kitchen as needed (including microwaves, refrigerator once/week)
  • Maintain conference rooms (clean surfaces before and after meetings)
  • Keep copy paper stocked in all printers and copiers. Check ink cartridges and replace when needed
  • Empty the shredder when necessary
  • Order business cards for employees in Denver & Grand Junction offices
  • Order printing items for Denver office (envelopes, stationery, mailing labels, etc.)
  • Manage mail room and mail; arrange courier service orders, prepare mail/FEDEX/Certified Mail as needed
  • Processing all incoming mail daily
  • Maintain all employee lists for phone, extension, birthday, access cards, parking cards, & titles
  • Manage incoming deliveries
  • Arrange courier service orders
  • Place building maintenance requests as needed
  • Meeting preparation - Order food, set-up/tear down as needed
  • Support board meetings and board meeting preparation
  • Set up/tear down for meetings in conference rooms
  • Support all departments with mailings, labels filing, copies & miscellaneous projects
  • Serve as backup to the Land Records Supervisor
  • Assist with special events
  • Fire warden - all duties associated with a Fire Warden
  • Manage petty cash drawer
  • Set-up office with supplies per New Hire Set-up Checklist
  • Preparation and Maintenance of Master Service, Professional Service & Vendor Agreements
  • Maintain Confidentiality Agreements and Contract files
  • Maintain and track Certificates of Liability Insurance
  • Assist General Staff as needed
  • Implement and monitor tasks as directed by manager and see the tasks through to completion
  • Notary Public
  • Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the business

 SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Analytical -Collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data;
  • Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
  • Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations;
  • Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual should have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Visio software as well as the ability to become familiar with firm specific software.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  • Experience working in a continuously changing environment
  • Takes ownership, detail-oriented and well organized; strong sense of team work with co-workers and accepts the initiative to take on additional work, if necessary
  • Demonstrate a high level of initiative to improve efficiencies
  • Ability to effectively manage projects and prioritize deliverables in order to meet deadlines
  • High school diploma
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites
  • Ability to type 60-70 WPM with accuracy
  • Prefer 1-3 years' office experience
  • Prefer oil and gas experience

LANGUAGE AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information to management.

REASONING ABILITY

  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATION

  • None required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Normal office environment. The noise level in the work environment varies between quiet and moderate.

COMPENSATION

  • The compensation range for this position is $52,000-65,000. Our compensation structure reflects the comparable market pay rate for positions at companies similar in size, revenue generation and geographic location; in addition to individual factors including seniority, performance-based merit, education/training and experience related to scope of responsibilities.

BENEFITS

  • Laramie Energy provides a robust healthcare plan which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • A very generous 401(k) Retirement Plan with a matching contribution equal to 125% of deferral contributions not to exceed 5%
  • Company paid short-term and long-term disability programs.
  • Company paid Life & AD&D insurance.
  • Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Critical Illness plans. 
  • Vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
  • Flexible Spending and Health Saving Accounts.
  • Parental leave benefits.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Your choice of paid parking or reimbursement for RTD expenses for Denver-based employees.

 

 

Operations Coordinator - Grand Junction (5-days in office)

The Operations Coordinator reports to VP of Operations to address/support a myriad of operational projects to help foster innovation, efficiency, technology adoption, reporting/KPI, business integration process and procedure management and support to various teams to promote best-in-class operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Lead field operations in process development and standardization and development of process documentation
  • Field project lead on the Laramie Innovation Team (“LIT”) to lead LIT efforts in the field as it relates to field training and project management activities
  • Assess any technological opportunities or solutions that will promote cost savings and/or efficiency in operations.
  • Train and oversee operations team members in data management and data validation best practices
  • Conduct SWOT analysis to determine areas of opportunity to increase operational success.
  • Collaborate closely with the VP of Operations on priority projects.
  • Support new application initiatives to assist in the automation of manual processes.
  • Identify areas where process and procedures are at risk and implement/execute plan to address risks.
  • Lead and manage team projects on time, within budget and with the spirit of our values – Achievement, Integrity, Objectivity, Teamwork and an Entrepreneurial Spirit.
  • Sample of projects this position would oversee:
    • Optimize electronic field data capture
    • Enhance KPI identification, tracking and management.
    • Operational data management and analysis
  • Work closely with wellsite lease operators, production managers and coordinators, automation, environmental, engineering, and regulatory personnel.
  • Work with Field Operations team to optimize field regulatory reporting within the Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) requirements/guidelines.
  • Assist with cost tracking for the field office including operation, completions, workovers and automation.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • This position does not have any direct supervisory responsibilities.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Builds Relationships – will work cooperatively with a variety of personalities and will use tact, respect, humor, and show appreciation with others.
  • Analytical – organized, data driven, a predictive thinker, confident at making decisions, can identify challenges and analyze root causes and proposes solutions.
  • Initiative – take prompt action to accomplish objectives and being proactive.
  • Innovative – generate innovative ideas to set into motion that addresses opportunities and challenges within the operations.
  • Problem solver – is inquisitive/curious, researches, exhibits creativity, critically thinks and shows resilience.
  • Results Oriented – seeks achievement, knows how to prioritize and is accountable.
  • Communications - expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
  • Leads Change – has a sense of urgency, leads by example, has strong communication skills, collaborative and is courageous.
  • Safety and Security - observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • Has robust knowledge of Oil and Gas field operations.
  • College or university program degree; and 7+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Highly analytical, and overall ability to thoroughly understand issues and foresee all complexities.
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel and Word, experience in software implementation, understands data and experience working with IT.
  • Ability to effectively manage projects and prioritize deliverables in order to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information to management.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • This position will require work both in the office and in the field.
  • Office environment - The noise level in the work environment varies between quiet and moderate.
  • Must be able to drive in off-road and, at times, rough road conditions including winter and snow conditions, spring mud conditions and rainy conditions.
  • At times, travel to plant and facility settings with potential for high noise impacts.
  • Personalized Protective Equipment required in field settings (Hard Hat, Safety Glasses, FRC Clothing, Steel Toes Boots) and will be required.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions.

COMPENSATION

  • The compensation range for this position is $90,000-$120,000. Our compensation structure reflects the comparable market pay rate for positions at companies similar in size, revenue generation and geographic location; in addition to individual factors including seniority, performance-based merit, education/training and experience related to scope of responsibilities.

BENEFITS

  • Laramie Energy provides a robust healthcare plan which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • A very generous 401(k) Retirement Plan with a matching contribution equal to 125% of deferral contributions not to exceed 5%
  • Company paid short-term and long-term disability programs.
  • Company paid Life & AD&D insurance.
  • Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Critical Illness plans. 
  • Vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
  • Flexible Spending and Health Saving Accounts.
  • Parental leave benefits.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Your choice of paid parking or reimbursement for RTD expenses for Denver-based employees.

 

 

HR Manager - Downtown Denver (Hybrid 3-days in office/2-days WFH)

SUMMARY

The HR Manager is the central point for all Human Resources administration at Laramie Energy. This includes employee relations, leave management, payroll processing, system administration, worker’s compensation, policy administration and interpretation, recruitment, retention, and benefits administration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Develop and implement HR strategies and initiative aligned with Laramie business missions.
  • Maintains knowledge of legal requirements and government reporting regulations affecting human resources functions and ensures policies, procedures, and reporting comply.
  • Administers performance review program to ensure effectiveness, compliance, and equity within organization.
  • Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
  • Maintain all personnel records in accordance with EEO, privacy and related requirements.
  • Maintain HRIS and various HR reporting.
  • Ensures job descriptions, the employee handbook and other policies and procedures are up to date.
  • Administers salary administration program to ensure compliance and equity within organization.
  • Manages the payroll processing for salary exempt and non-exempt payrolls which includes recording of time worked and PTO requests.
  • Prepares adjusting journal entries for payroll and monthly bonus accrual.
  • Coordinates and manages any outsourced HR functions, including the annual renewal of services.
  • Manages the onboarding of new employees and outboarding of terminating employees.
  • Coordinates and manages employees leave of absences.
  • Coordinates annual ACA tax compliance.
  • Keeps records of benefit plans participation such as 401K plan.
  • Advises management in appropriate resolution of employee relations issues which includes mediation, counseling, and performance management.
  • Responds to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and programs.
  • Participates in wage surveys within labor market to determine competitive wage rate.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Analytical -Collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data;
  • Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
  • Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations;
  • Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • Highly analytical, and overall ability to thoroughly understand issues and foresee all complexities
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel and Word
  • Experience working in a continuously changing environment
  • Takes ownership and pays attention to detail
  • Ability to effectively manage projects and prioritize deliverables in order to meet deadlines
  • Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiple and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

  • College or university program degree; or 5+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information to management.

REASONING ABILITY

  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral form.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATION

  • HR Certifications (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred.
  • Previous oil and gas experience preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Normal office environment. The noise level in the work environment varies between quiet and moderate.

COMPENSATION

  • The compensation range for this position is $106,000-$143,000. Our compensation structure reflects the comparable market pay rate for positions at companies similar in size, revenue generation and geographic location; in addition to individual factors including seniority, performance-based merit, education/training and experience related to scope of responsibilities.

BENEFITS

  • Laramie Energy provides a robust healthcare plan which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • A very generous 401(k) Retirement Plan with a matching contribution equal to 125% of deferral contributions not to exceed 5%
  • Company paid short-term and long-term disability programs.
  • Company paid Life & AD&D insurance.
  • Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Critical Illness plans. 
  • Vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
  • Flexible Spending and Health Saving Accounts.
  • Parental leave benefits.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Your choice of paid parking or reimbursement for RTD expenses for Denver-based employees.

 

Senior Financial Analyst - Downtown Denver (Hybrid 3-days in office/2-days WFH)

SUMMARY

The Senior Financial Analyst is the central position for financial activities at Laramie Energy. This includes financial modeling, debt management, forecasting, treasury, KPI reporting and monitoring, marketing and hedging.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Coordinate and perform FP&A, quarterly budgeting, and treasury functions.
  • Prepare and review external corporate financial forecasts.
  • Establish, maintain, and report KPI analysis models.
  • Assist preparation of presentations to Senior Management and the Board of Directors
  • Aid document and manage hedge policies and activities.
  • Work with senior management, engineering, finance, and other teams to develop creative strategies in execution of company goals.
  • Create and maintain investor communication procedures, including access procedures for the company’s board presentations and data rooms.
  • Work closely with IT and drive innovation within the finance department.
  • Responds to inquiries regarding financial policies, procedures, and programs.
  • Advise senior management and assist in the execution of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • This position does not have any direct supervisory responsibilities.

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

  • Analytical - Collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data;
  • Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
  • Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations.
  • Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • College or university program degree; and 5+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Highly analytical, and overall ability to thoroughly understand issues and foresee all complexities.
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Excel and Word
  • Experience working in a continuously changing environment.
  • Takes ownership and pays attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively manage projects and prioritize deliverables in order to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information to management.
  • Previous oil and gas experience required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Normal office environment. The noise level in the work environment varies between quiet and moderate.

COMPENSATION

  • The compensation range for this position is $90,000-$115,000. Our compensation structure reflects the comparable market pay rate for positions at companies similar in size, revenue generation and geographic location; in addition to individual factors including seniority, performance-based merit, education/training and experience related to scope of responsibilities.

BENEFITS

  • Laramie Energy provides a robust healthcare plan which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • A very generous 401(k) Retirement Plan with a matching contribution equal to 125% of deferral contributions not to exceed 5%
  • Company paid short-term and long-term disability programs.
  • Company paid Life & AD&D insurance.
  • Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Critical Illness plans. 
  • Vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
  • Flexible Spending and Health Saving Accounts.
  • Parental leave benefits.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Your choice of paid parking or reimbursement for RTD expenses for Denver-based employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Laramie Energy is an equal opportunity employer. Click here to learn more. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, citizenship, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, familial or marital status, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies
Laramie Energy does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, staffing firms, employment agencies or any individual(s) representing a potential candidate. The intent of our Careers website section is to allow independent candidates to represent themselves and apply for one of our open positions.  In the event a recruiter, staffing firm or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request, Laramie Energy has the right to pursue and hire those candidates without any financial obligation to the recruiter or staffing firm, or agency.