The California Geologic Energy Management Division's Coastal District Posts Opening!

The CalGEM Coastal District recently posted to fill an Associate Oil and Gas Engineer position. The deadline is quickly approaching so don't delay! The Coastal team is currently made up of a team of highly skilled professionals in the fields of petroleum engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, and geology and the earth sciences. If you are interested in a position that uses all of your oilfield expertise, from drilling to production and reservoir to environmental enforcement, this position is for you!

Job Description and Duties

Please note: This position requires a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Applications submitted without an SOQ will be considered not interested in this position and will be eliminated from the selection process. Resumes and cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ. Please see the "Required Application Package Documents" section for more information. 

Are you interested in working for a department that oversees the operations of land conservation, mining, earthquakes and oil & gas regulations for the State of California? 

                              This may be the job for you!

Under general direction of the Senior Oil and Gas Engineer (Supervisor) and/or the Supervising Oil and Gas Engineer, the Associate Oil and Gas Engineer will independently perform Underground Injection Control, production and oil and gas pipeline and facilities, gas storage, geothermal, well stimulation, and related engineering work within CalGEM’s Coastal District office. The incumbent performs assignments that require a high degree of knowledge and skill in hydrocarbon and geothermal technology, team leadership, communication, data management, presentation and engineering work, including operations, production and good oil field practice.

In accordance with Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-33-20 and, as a result of the COVID-19 rapid out-break, Department of Conservation will continue its hiring practices as they are deemed necessary to “maintain continuity of operations of the federal critical infrastructure…,” Candidates who participate in the interview process will be considered essential in promoting this effort and are not in violation of Executive Order N-33-20. Virtual interviews via web portals or phone will be offered as deemed appropriate and feasible by the hiring manager – standard in-person interviews will still be offered if conditions permit. Please speak with the Hiring Unit contact for more information.

This position is contingent on budget approval.

Due to the Governor's Executive Order N-33-20 regarding COVID-19, office operating hours are extremely limited. Electronic filing is strongly recommended.

Effective July 1, 2020, State employees are subject to a 9.23% salary reduction in exchange for up to 16 hours of the Personal Leave Program 2020 (PLP 2020) per month (if applicable). Salaries do not reflect recent changes necessitated by the unanticipated budget shortfalls arising from the COVID-19 pandemic. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2020 Personal Leave Program. http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement. https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=12084489&name=204-3783-XXXVacantAOGEDS(09.04.20).pdf

Working Conditions

Please see attached duty statement for information related to this position's working conditions.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ASSOCIATE OIL AND GAS ENGINEER https://hrnet.calhr.ca.gov/CalHRNet/SpecCrossReference.aspx?ClassID=3783

 Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist http://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobApplicationPackageChecklist.aspx?JobControlId=214674
• Duty Statement https://www.calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/FileDownload.aspx?aid=12084489&name=204-3783-XXXVacantAOGEDS(09.04.20).pdf

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-214674

Position #(s): 538-204-3783-XXX

Working Title: OPERATIONS ENGINEER

Classification: ASSOCIATE OIL AND GAS ENGINEER

$9,757.00 - $12,211.00

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: Santa Barbara County

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

 Department Information

With a team of scientists and other dedicated professionals, the Department of Conservation (DOC) administers a variety of programs vital to California's public safety, environment, and economy. The services DOC provides are designed to balance today's needs with tomorrow's obligations by fostering the wise use and conservation of energy, land, and mineral resources. 

Department Website: http://www.conservation.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a valid California Drivers License (CDL). You must answer the questions addressing your CDL on your application. Ensure you provide your CDL number, class, expiration date, and any endorsements and/or restrictions.
• This position is subject to the Department’s Conflict of Interest Code.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 9/18/2020

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages -

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

 Department of Conservation Attn: SHAWNNA CHATMAN

801 K Street, MS 22-13 Sacramento, CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages -

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents from 8 am - 5 pm to:

 SHAWNNA CHATMAN 801 K Street, MS 22-13 Sacramento, CA 95814

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -

Applications submitted without a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) will be considered not interested in this position. Applications without a clearly identified SOQ or an SOQ that does not address the questions requested will be considered not interested in this position. Resumes and cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ. The SOQ shall be no more than 3 pages in length, addressing each item listed below. Respond to each item individually, in numerical order:

• 1. Discuss, specifically, your past or current injection well experience, highlighting your duties and skills. Also, discuss the criteria you used for evaluating Class II injection wells and why.
• 2. Describe your pipeline and processing facility (tanks, vessels, separators) experience. Provide any design, construction, and/or testing experience.

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally/written)
• Excellent computer skills
• Possess good interpersonal skills 
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments
• Ability to promote a positive working environment and relationship with others

Benefits

For a summary of the benefits available to State Civil Service employees, please visit the California State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary web page. https://www.calhr.ca.gov/Pages/California-State-Civil-Service-Employee-Benefits-Summary.aspx

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.conservation.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:

SHAWNNA CHATMAN (916) 327-9816 shawnna.chatman@conservation.ca.gov

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact: EEO Officer (916) 324-9378 eeo@conservation.ca.gov

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Failure to provide proof of meeting the minimum qualifications of the classification through experience and/or education (include copy of college degree and/or transcriptsif required) will eliminate you from being considered for the position.

 DO NOT EMAIL OR FAX APPLICATION. Emailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted. 

 Please indicate “HR#145, ASSOCIATE OIL AND GAS ENGINEER, PSN # 538-204-3783-XXX” if submitting your application by mail. 

 NOTE: Possession of minimum qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the minimum qualifications, the application will be forwarded to CalHR for review and the applicant’s name may be removed from the eligibility list. 

 If you are applying for more than one recruitment, a separate State Application (STD. 678) is required for each recruitment for which you would like to be considered.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.