Oil and Gas Field Supervisor jobs in Charleston, WV

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Currently, there is a ten (10) day re-apply and retest waiting period. Any time you retake the same test, your new score, whether higher or lower, will automatically replace any previous test scores. See additional information below. 

• Responsible for inspections of all wells, well sites, and associated oil and gas facilities under the authority of the Office of Oil and Gas to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, permits and best management practices.
• Conducts reviews of field activities, casing programs, plugging procedures and affidavits, reclamation and construction plans, and underground injection control (UIC) wells and facilities.
• Responds directly to spills and complaints; may supervise private contractors during cleanup and plugging activities.
• Conducts investigations of abandoned well sites.
• Will have decision-making authority to coordinate mitigation action.
• Provide technical expertise and assuring environmental compliance which includes all site construction and reclamation work.
• Serves as a liaison between the Office of Oil and Gas and other state and federal agencies.
• Assists in the areas of underground injection control (UIC) and coalbed methane, inspection and monitoring of such activities and facilities.
• Responds to inquiries from surface owners, public, and industry by investigating complaints pertaining to suspected environmental health and safety issues.
• Subject to state and federal emergencies in accordance with approved emergency response procedures as well as to spills or release of pollutants, some of which may be hazardous substances.

• Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations and agency policies and procedures related to oil and gas programs.
• Knowledge of the fundamental principles of the natural sciences and chemistry.
• Knowledge of mathematics and algebra.
• Knowledge of scientific sampling methods and analytical procedures.
• Knowledge of the judicial system and statutory and regulatory procedures.
• Knowledge of basic first-aid procedures, safety regulations and precautionary measures.
• Skill in use and maintenance of laboratory and field monitoring equipment, mobile radio equipment, 4- wheel drive vehicles, and cameras.
• Skill in reading and interpreting topographic maps, engineering plans, drawings and specifications, and in enforcing adherence thereto.
• Ability to apply acceptable methods, procedures and approaches to making a complete and satisfactory investigation of suspected environmental harm.
• Ability to understand statutory and regulatory procedures and agency policies and procedures, and to explain these procedures clearly and concisely.
• Ability to perform chemical field tests and interpret results.
• Ability to carry-out instructions with minimal supervision and exercise good judgment in appraising situations and decision-making.
• Ability to keep accurate records, assemble, analyze and evaluate data, prepare technical reports in a clear and concise form, including recommendations for any warranted corrective actions.
• Ability to communicate for the purpose of obtaining, imparting or exchanging information, clearly and concisely.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, government officials, private business representatives and the general public, deal with controversial matters in a tactful manner, and to effectively represent the agency.
• Ability to walk long distances in adverse weather over rugged terrain and to lift and carry equipment for considerable distances.

ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority.  If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact that information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel. 

Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.

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