Mineral Resources Inspector 2 (Oil and Gas, Enforcement) - 20062198

State of Ohio • Uniontown, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is seeking a Mineral Resources Inspector 2 for the Division of Oil & Gas Resources Management, headquartered at the Oil and Gas Uniontown Office in Summit County. The position services Carroll and Stark counties. Within 180 days from the first day of employment, the employee must physically reside in Carroll County, Stark County, or a contiguous county.

The inspector independently inspects and investigates oil and gas industry activities to ensure compliance with permits and applicable Ohio laws and regulations, protect natural resources from damage and contamination, and protect public health and safety. The role oversees oil and gas well drilling, plugging, and production; investigates complaints and reported violations; collects evidence and recommends corrective or legal action; issues and monitors compliance notices; prepares information for civil or criminal proceedings; testifies at administrative and judicial proceedings; and submits reports and related forms.

The position requires travel and fieldwork in inclement weather, rough terrain, and heavy vegetation. Duties may involve carrying testing equipment weighing up to 20 pounds, exposure to loud noises, dirt, mud, toxic substances, blasting, heavy equipment, and potentially dangerous conditions at mine or well sites. The employee spends a high percentage of time alone in a vehicle in remote areas and is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

This is a permanent, full-time, classified position represented by OCSEA. The schedule is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, subject to change. Starting pay is $28.76 per hour, with multiple increases over the first 5.5 years to an end salary of $38.01 per hour; cost-of-living adjustments may also apply. Longevity pay supplements begin after five years of state service.

Requirements

• Completion of an undergraduate core program in a natural science such as geology, chemistry, hydrology, biology, or agronomy, plus 12 months of natural-resources experience specializing in the assigned area, plus one course or three months of experience in public relations or communications, plus one course or three months of experience operating a personal computer; or 12 months of experience as a Mineral Resources Inspector 1 in the assigned area; or an equivalent combination meeting the minimum class qualifications.
• Ability to provide own transportation.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must physically reside in Carroll County, Stark County, or a contiguous county within 180 days of the first day of employment.
• Must submit to urinalysis before appointment; a verified positive test result will prevent an offer of employment.
• Applicants must document how they meet minimum qualifications in the application and submit transcripts for claimed coursework, degrees, or educational accomplishments by the posting deadline.
• Must undergo a criminal background check if selected.

Responsibilities

• Independently inspect, investigate, and report on oil and gas industry activities in assigned areas for compliance with permits, Ohio Revised Code Chapter 1509, and Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 1501.
• Help protect natural resources from damage, pollution, and contamination, and protect public health and safety.
• Oversee drilling, plugging, and producing operations on oil and gas wells.
• Investigate complaints and reported violations concerning pollution or contamination of natural resources from oilfield operations.
• Collect evidence and recommend corrective action, including a Chief's order or legal action.
• Issue compliance notices describing violations, remedial actions, and abatement dates, and monitor violations.
• Research and prepare information for civil or criminal prosecution as appropriate.
• Testify at administrative and judicial proceedings.
• Prepare and submit reports and related forms concerning daily inspection and investigation activities.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period
• Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave
• Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS
• Optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation
• Longevity pay supplements after five years of state service

What This Job Offers

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