Entry level oil and gas Jobs in USA

THE POSITION

The Oil and Gas Industry is ever evolving; and as such, the Department of Environmental Protection's (DEP) Bureau of Oil and Gas is at the forefront. We are looking for an Oil and Gas Inspector to join our team and help us make a significant difference in preserving Pennsylvania's environment. Continue your environmental career and your technical expertise to create a positive impact on the state's natural resources, apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Oil and Gas Inspector, you will be responsible for conducting inspections of gas storage reservoir wells and fields within the Southwest District to evaluate compliance with the Oil and Gas Act, Conservation Law, Coal and Gas Resource Coordination Law, and state rules and regulations. Inspections will be conducted during drilling, production, alteration, and plugging phases. You will conduct data entry and compose written reports and documentation surrounding investigations, in addition to initiating compliance actions when violations of applicable permits, laws, and regulations have occurred. You will be tasked with notifying operators of violations and imminent threats to public health, as well as assisting compliance specialists, management, and legal staff with case preparations for second level enforcement actions. Within this role, you may be required to serve as an expert witness at legal proceedings. Excellent interpersonal skills are vital, as you will be in frequent contact with the public while responding to citizen complaints regarding oil and gas activities relating to environmental concerns or health and safety threats.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information :

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework : You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in New Stanton. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary : Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $59,345.00 (before taxes).
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

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