Resources inspector field enforcement

Primary Location : United States of America-OHIO-Summit County

Organization : Natural Resources

Classified Indicator : Classified

Bargaining Unit / Exempt : Bargaining Unit

Schedule : Full-time

Work Hours : 8am-5pm Subject to Change

Compensation : $27.84/hr

Unposting Date : Apr 22, 2024, 10:59:00 PM

Primary Job Skill : Oil & Gas

Technical Skills : Natural Resources

Professional Skills : Observation

Agency Contact Name : Stephanie Sweazy

Agency Contact Information : or

Mineral Resources Inspector 3 (Field Enforcement) - 20080215

(240003PM)

Job Duties

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 - Field Enforcement within the Division of Oil & Gas Resources Management, headquartered at the Uniontown Office , assigned to Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. The address is 3575 Forest Lake Drive, Uniontown, Ohio 44685. To learn more about the Division of Oil & Gas Resources Management please visit

What you will do...

• As Senior Inspector, independently inspects, investigates, and reports on oil and gas related activities in assigned areas; investigates complaints related to oilfield operations or orphan wells; and oversees drilling, plugging, and producing operations on oil and gas wells.
• Serves as a senior inspector by providing technical assistance to other Division staff regarding oil & gas, producing operations drilling, plugging, reopens, drill deeper, plug back, SIMOPS.
• Witnesses & monitors all phases of plugging projects such as approving plugging methods & plugging oversight. Reviews plug plans and tracks quantities of oilfield materials.
• Investigates most complex complaints involving damage to properties &/or pollution & contamination of ground or surface water due to drilling, producing operations, plugging activities & writes investigation reports that include findings & recommendations.
• Collects evidence of drilling, producing, plugging violations under oil & gas laws & rules, & makes recommendations for corrective action to protect properties, environment, & public health & safety.
• 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.

Starting hourly pay of $27.84/hr with multiple pay increase over your first 7.5 years of service, with an end salary of $40.77/hr

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.

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.

Qualifications

Completion of undergraduate core program in natural science (e.g., geology; chemistry; hydrology; biology; agronomy); 24 mos. exp. in natural resources with specialization in assigned area (e.g., coal surface mining, mineral surface mining & oil & gas & solution mining); 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations or communications; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in operation of personal computer; must be able to provide own transportation; valid driver’s license.

• 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.

Job Skills: Oil & Gas, Natural Resources, Observation ADA Statement

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.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

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, metal detectors, 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.

à Developed after employment

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 or .

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.

Background Check Information

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.