Mineral Resources Inspector 1 - 20102606 & 20080505 (Oil & Gas, Southern Ohio)

State of Ohio • McArthur, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is seeking passionate individuals who enjoy the outdoors to fill two (2) Mineral Resources Inspector 1 positions within the Division of Oil and Gas Resources Management. These positions are headquartered at the Zaleski State Forest Office in Vinton County, located at 29371 Wheelabout Road, McArthur, Ohio 45651. The role involves inspecting oil and gas activities for compliance with laws and regulations, investigating complaints, overseeing drilling and production activities, and acting as a liaison with other officials. The positions require travel to field sites and availability 24/7 for response to calls and inspections. Upon completion of a one-year probationary period, employees are automatically reassigned to Mineral Resources Inspector 2.

Requirements

• Completion of undergraduate core program in natural science (e.g., geology; chemistry; hydrology; biology; agronomy)
• 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
• Residency Requirement: Must physically reside in Adams, Gallia, Jackson, Lawrence, Meigs, Pike or Scioto county or any contiguous county within 180 days from the first day of employment.
• Must submit a transcript (can be unofficial until point of selection) by the posting deadline.
• Must undergo a criminal background check.
• Must undergo urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in oil & gas
• Experience in natural resources
• Verbal communication skills
• Analyzation skills
• Written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Inspects various oil and gas activities for compliance with applicable laws, rules & regulations in assigned geographical region.
• Investigates Orphan Well & landowner complaints regarding pollution/contamination of natural resources from oilfield wastes; completes referrals; interviews parties & witnesses; gathers records & documentation (e.g., photos, drilling data, cement records, electric logs, hydrogen sulfide [H2S]).
• Oversees drilling, casing, cementing, plugging, production and transporter activities to protect natural resources and public safety.
• Collects evidence & makes recommendations for corrective action.
• Issues notices of violation & prepares evidence & reports necessary for administrative, civil or criminal prosecution.
• Acts as a liaison with other local, county, state & federal officials.
• Requires travel to field sites to conduct inspections.
• Available 24 hours/7 days per week to respond to calls &/or site inspections.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS)
• Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level