Mineral Resources Inspector 3 - 20080511 (Orphan Well) Job at State of Ohio Jobs
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Mineral Resources Inspector 3 - 20080511 (Orphan Well)
(230004OH)Who we are:
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission “To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.” Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio’s people.
ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas. We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.
We are accepting applications for a Mineral Resources Inspector 3 within the Division of Oil & Gas, headquartered at the Barlow Office, assigned to the following counties: Belmont, Monroe and Washington. The address is 591 Warrior Drive, Vincent, OH 45784. To learn more about the Division of Oil & Gas, please visit http://oilandgas.ohiodnr.gov/.
NOTE: Residency Requirement - This position will service the following counties (Belmont, Monroe, and Washington). Any applicant accepting an offer to this position will be required to physically reside in Belmont, Monroe or Washington County or any contiguous county within 180 days from the first date of employment.
What you will do…
- As Senior Inspector, investigates Orphan Well complaints & completes referrals; interviews parties & witnesses; gathers records & documentation (e.g., photos, drilling data, cement records, electric logs, hydrogen sulfide [H2S])
- Conducts on-site meetings with operators &/or engineers, contractors, & consultants to explain permit conditions; makes policy & work recommendations
- Drafts well descriptions & plugging plans for development of the Projects Scope of Work
- Witnesses & monitors all phases of orphan & idle well projects such as approving plugging methods & plugging oversight, drafts field orders & change orders for the orphan well program; tracks quantities
- Investigates & evaluates contamination & pollution of soil or water resources & inspection & approval of restoration of disturbed land area
- Acts as a liaison with other local, county, state, & federal officials
- This position requires travel to field sites to conduct inspections & to be available 24 hours/7 days per week to respond to calls &/or site inspections
What’s in it for you…
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
- Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
- Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after complete eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
Employee Development Funds
- The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
We are ready for you!
We’re glad you’re interested in pursuing a rewarding career with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources! Exploring and protecting the natural beauty of Ohio will prove to be the most enjoyable career opportunity you will ever find!
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Requires travel; conducts field inspections in inclement weather, on rough terrain & in heavy vegetation while carrying testing equipment weighing up to 20 lbs; exposed to loud noises, dirt, & mud at mine/well sites; may be exposed to toxic substances, blasting & potentially dangerous conditions at mine/well sites; spends high percentage of time alone in automobile in remote areas; on call 24 hrs, 7 days per week; works around heavy equipment.
- Or 24 mos. exp. as Mineral Resources Inspector 2, 22932 in assigned area; must be able to provide own transportation; valid driver’s license.
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
Note: Any new hire accepted for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment per Section 123:1-76-09 of Ohio Administrative Code.
Knowledge of: employee training & development; lead work; safety practices (equipment operation, Safety Data Sheets [S.D.S.], Occupational Safety & Health Administration [OSHA] regulations); public relations; agency policies & procedures (Department & Division)*; government structure & process (federal, state, local)*; natural sciences (agronomy, geology, hydrology); law (Ohio Revised Code [ORC] 1509, Ohio Administrative Code [OAC] 1501, state & federal laws, rules & regulations applicable to oil & gas)*.
Skilled in: word processing (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, division database); equipment operation (computer, field testing equipment, Global Positioning System [GPS], range finder, sampling equipment, cement scales, soil probes, cell phone, compass, downhole camera, gas detection equipment, soil augers, pressure gauges, hand tools, bailers, static water level tester, 4 wheel drive vehicle).
Ability to: define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; calculate fractions, decimals & percentages; use proper research methods in gathering data; gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things; resolve complaints from angry citizens & government officials; demonstrate physical fitness; compose technical reports, inspection reports & professional correspondence; communicate verbally & in writing.
(*) Developed after employment.
COMPETENCIES: Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards; Getting Information; Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, and Subordinates.
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu, EEO Regional/Program Administrator at 614-265-6992 or mohammad.yakubu@dnr.ohio.gov.
Effective July 1, 2015 applicants must apply online for positions at all state agencies except the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD).
STATUS OF POSTED POSITIONS: Applicants can view the status of this position by logging into their user profile on the Ohio Hiring Management System [OHMS] Home page at the following link careers.ohio.gov, and selecting "My Profile".
NOTES:
Bargaining unit applicants will be given consideration for applicable positions, pursuant to collective bargaining agreement.
Selection devices, proficiency testing and/or assessments may be used to determine if an applicant meets and is proficient in the minimum qualifications for this position.
Applicants may attach the following document types: •Microsoft Word (.doc and .docx) •PDF (.pdf), •Plain Text (.txt) •Rich Text (.rtf)
Please do not upload attachments that have an anomaly or are password protected.
VERIFIABLE INFORMATION - Applicants must clearly identify how qualifications are met within the education and/or experience sections of the applications. All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will be considered as part of the application packet in addition to the fully completed civil service application, not in place of. Applicants may be required to submit transcripts or licensure(s) to support their application.
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to an appointment to test for illegal drug use. The State will decline to extend a final offer of employment to any applicant with a verified positive test result. Also, an applicant with a positive test will not be considered for any position with the State of Ohio for a period of one year.
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