Oil and Gas (Inspector) (Specialist) (Supervisor) (W)



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Oil and Gas (Inspector) (Specialist) (Supervisor) (W)
Employer

West Virginia

Salary

$35,000.00 - $57,660.00 Annually

Location

- Various Locations, WV

Job Type

Full-Time Permanent

Job Number

8535L

Department-lala

Various Departments

Opening Date

03/07/2012

Closing Date

Continuous

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DESCRIPTION

This announcement may be used for any of the 3 job levels indicated. Oil and Gas Inspector requires 1-2 years oil and gas experience. Performs technical and field inspection work in the oil and gas program to determine compliance with applicable laws, regulations, permits and best management practices within an assigned region of the state. Authority is given to follow-up violations with initiation of civil or administrative proceedings or criminal prosecution, including swearing out warrants, or taking other action provided by law to effect prosecution, in compliance with established procedures. Work requires a knowledge of the permitting process and regulations related to oil and gas drilling operations. Work requires travel and outside work in varying weather conditions and over difficult terrain. Subject to emergency response, being on-call and temporary assignment to a different geographical area of the state as necessitated by environmental conditions and agency needs. May be assigned to an area of specialization as detailed above. Performs related work as required.

Appointment above the minimum salary shown may depend on qualifications and agency need. Appointments to Oil and Gas Inspector Specialist or Oil and Gas Supervisor may be considered if positions are available and at the discretion of the agency. Higher levels require additional experience. See Requirements below. The written test is required for all levels.

Hiring Process: Apply Online. This job requires a written examination and an oral examination. Applicants selected for the oral exam will be notified based on written test performance and the total number of available applicants. Not all applicants will be selected for oral examining. Written Exams are given in several locations and no appointment is necessary. You MUST apply online PRIOR to testing. (See below to download study files.) Your application will not be reviewed prior to testing.

For test schedules, and locations refer to the city listing below. You do not have to take a copy of the online application to the test center. Online applicants who do not test within 90 days of application will be rejected. There is a 30 day re-test waiting period. Caution: Any time you re-take the same test your new score, whether higher or lower, will automatically replace any previous test scores. You may bring and use a basic, non-programmable, calculator during the test. Cell phones are not permitted. Calculators are NOT provided.

If you have previously applied and want to update your name, address or email, do not re-apply. Simply login to your online account and click "My Account". Make changes and Save. If you must change/add work preferences, county availability, work history, or training, send us a letter and we will update your record.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To qualify, you MUST meet one of these alternate requirements regardless of your testing performance. Applicants who test without meeting minimum requirments will NOT be scored.

Note: No specific amount of education is required. Required experience in the oil and gas industry shall include technical experience in well design, drilling, completion, production, plugging, underground storage operations, well safety, well construction, well drilling environmental compliance, oil and gas technical work, or other related work. Oil and Gas compliance or inspection experience in a government agency may be considered. Note: Other types of non-drilling related experience such as oil and gas distribution or retail operations does not qualify.

Oil and Gas Inspector jobs require one of the following:

TWO years of actual relevant experience in the oil and gas industry as described above.

OR, A related bachelor's degree in a natural, physical, biological, or applied science, or in engineering PLUS ONE year relevant experience in the oil and gas industry.

OR, A petroleum technology associate's degree PLUS ONE year relevant experience in the oil and gas industry.

OR, One year of actual and relevant environmental experience in wastewater, solid waste or reclamation PLUS ONE year actual and relevant experience in the oil and gas industry.

Special Requirements: Must be eligible for license to operate a motor vehicle. Must have good theoretical and practical knowledge of oil and gas drilling and production methods, practices and techniques, sound safety practices and applicable water and mining laws.

Oil and Gas Inspector Specialist positions require four years experience in oil and gas (industry or inspection). Two years of which must have been in the oil and gas industry. Degrees as described above may substitute for one year of the oil and gas industry experience. (The same testing procedures apply.)

Oil and Gas Inspector Supervisor positions require five years experience in oil and gas (industry or inspection). Two years of which must have been in the oil and gas industry. Degrees as described above may substitute for one year of the oil and gas industry experience. (The same testing procedures apply.)

Employee must reside in West Virginia. You must officially reside in West Virginia at the time of appointment. (WV Code §22-6-2a)

You may attach your transcript or training records to the online application; however, verification is not required at time of application. If you do not meet the minimum requirements for Oil and Gas Inspector your test will not be scored.

If you are qualified and decide to apply you will be required to answer the online Supplemental Questions shown in the tab above.


Test Centers.
No appointments are made. Apply online. Then, report at the Test Center of your choice. Your application will be inactivated if you do not test within 90 days. Close the new window to return here.

Click Here for Test Center Locations and Schedules

Beckley, Bluefield, Bridgeport/Nutter Fort, Charleston, Elkins, Farmington, Huntington, Martinsburg, Moorefield, Parkersburg, Welch, Wheeling, White Sulphur Springs

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

TEST STUDY MATERIALS.

The written examination includes 70 multiple-choice items in these areas: General Terminology, Oil and Gas Standards, Reading Comprehension, and Oil and Gas Related Calculations. You may bring and use a basic, non-programmable, calculator during the test. Cell phones are not permitted. Calculators are NOT provided.

We highly recommend that you review the below documents PRIOR to taking the written test. Click the name to view and/or print. All documents are in PDF format. No other materials or information is available. Questions about the study materials should be directed to the Division of Environmental Protection.

Study Guide for Inspector test.pdf - This is a list of specific topics you should focus on in preparing for the written examination.

22-11 Water Pollution Control Act.pdf

22-1 Policy and Purpose.pdf

22-6 Office of Oil and Gas - Oil and Gas Wells.pdf

22-6A Natural Gas Horizontal Well Control Act.pdf

22-7 Damage Compensation.pdf

22-8 Transportation of Oils.pdf

22-21 Coalbed Methane Wells.pdf

35-1 Miscellaneous Water Pollution Control Rules.pdf

35-4 New Rule Oil and Gas Wellls and Other Wells 35-04.pdf

35-5 Designation of Future Use.pdf

35-6 Abandoned Wells Rule.pdf

35-8 Rules Governing Horizontal Well Development.pdf

Deep Well Policy 10-22-2012.pdf

Erosion and Sediment Control Manual.pdf (3.9MB download)

General Water Pollution Control Permit.pdf

Addendum to General Water Pollution Control Permit.pdf (2012)

While this material covers most of the topics included in the examination, the exam may also cover related topics.

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Permanent, full-time employees of the State of West Virginia, receive a wide variety of financial and personal job benefits.

Specific information about benefits is available from the hiring agency.

Salary and Wages

Direct deposit (twice a month)

Promotion Opportunities - With over 20,000 classified positions in state

government, there are many opportunities to compete for transfer or

promotional appointment.

Medical Insurance

Major medical, surgical, prescription drug, and other medical expenses. Choice of plans. The state pays the major part of the premium.

Mountaineer Flexible Benefits (Optional Insurance)

The Mountaineer Flexible Benefits program allows tax-free deductions for dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as medical expenses not reimbursed by regular insurance coverage.

Life Insurance

The state provides a $10,000 decreasing term life policy with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. Additional group insurance is available.

Retirement Plan

The state offers an outstanding defined benefit pension plan. Employee contributes 4.5% of salary (tax-deferred).

Deferred Compensation

State employees have a unique opportunity to build retirement savings and reduce today's taxes by participating in a Section 457 deferred compensation plan. A 457 plan is similar to the 401K plans offered by private companies.

Annual Increment Pay

The annual increment is $60 for each full year of qualifying service, and is paid in July of each year. This is available to employees with 3 or more years of service.

Holidays

Twelve (12) paid holidays in each year.

Vacation

15 to 24 days per year depending on length of service.

Paid Sick Leave

We offer an outstanding paid sick leave benefit.

Employees earn 1.5 days each month or 18 days per year.

There is no limit to the amount of sick leave an employee can accumulate.

Full compliance with Family Medical Leave and WV Parental Leave Act.

Employee to Employee Leave Donation Program.

Military Leave - Paid Military Leave

Training, and Developmental Opportunities

We offer many formal in-house training classes.

Many agencies also offer tuition reimbursement for job-related training and education provided by approved technical schools and colleges.

Suggestion Award Program

Employees may receive monetary award up to 20% of the first year savings for any approved and implemented work improvement suggestion.

Credit Union

Flexible Working Hours and Alternate Work Schedules

Day Care - State approved child Day Care facilities are located at the Capitol Complex.

Wellness Programs

Many state agencies provide special wellness and health related services to employees. Examples include: free health screening, special seminars and presentations, organized health related activities, health contact information, wellness promotion events, and healthy lifestyle information.

West Virginia is a Great Place to Live and Work

We offer challenging jobs with competitive benefits. But most of all, we offer the opportunity to further your career, meet your personal goals, and make a real difference in peoples lives.

For more information about benefits visit our

Benefits Web Site. Use your back button to return here.

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Education. Indicate your college degrees (AA, AB, BS, MS etc.) completed.and your major as it appears on your official transcript. If you have not completed a college degree, enter "no degree" and the number of hours completed. Specify semester or quarter hours. If none, enter none.
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Oil and Gas Industry Experience. Oil and Gas Inspector requires experience in the oil and gas industry. This experience must have included technical experience in well design, drilling, completion, production, plugging, underground storage operations, safety, environmental compliance, or other related work. Experience might also include working as a government oil and gas inspector. (Note: Other types of non-drilling related experience such as oil and gas distribution or retail operations does not qualify.) Indicate the total amount of your verifiable experience in the industry performing these functions. Jobs must be in the oil and gas and must be described in your application.
  • 1 year but less than 2 years experience.
  • 2 year but less than 3 years experience.
  • 3 year but less than 4 years experience.
  • 4 year but less than 5 years experience.
  • 5 year but less than 6 years experience.
  • 6 year but less than 7 years experience.
  • 7 or more years of this experience.
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Oil and Gas Industry Experience. Oil and Gas Inspector requires 1-2 years experience in the oil and gas industry. This experience shall include technical experience in well design, drilling, completion, production, plugging, underground storage operations, safety, environmental compliance, or other related work. Experience might also include working as a government oil and gas inspector. Non-drilling related experience such as oil and gas distribution or retail operations does not qualify. Briefly describe your experience in the oil and gas industry.
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Other Related Experience. Briefly describe any other experience you have in the areas of environment, wastewater, solid waste, reclamation, or other related area. If none, enter none.
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Oil and Gas Inspector jobs require TWO years experience in the oil and gas industry. (Non-drilling related experience such as oil and gas distribution or retail operations does not qualify.) Related Bachelor's Degree or AA in Petroleum Technology may substitute for ONE year of the oil and gas industry experience. One year of related environmental experience (i.e. waste, polution, reclamation) may also substitute for ONE of the required two years of oil and gas industry experience. Do you meet this qualification?
  • No. If no, DO NOT APPLY OR TEST.
  • Yes. I fully meet these requirements.
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Oil and Gas Inspector Specialist jobs require FOUR years experience in oil and gas (industry or inspection). Two years of which must have been in the oil and gas industry. (Non-drilling related experience such as oil and gas distribution or retail operations does not qualify.) Related Bachelor's Degree or AA in Petroleum Technology as described above may substitute for ONE year of the required Oil and Gas industry experience. Three years of related environmental experience (i.e. waste, polution, reclamation) may also substitute for ONE of the required two years of oil and gas industry experience Do you meet this qualification?
  • No. but I do meet the Inspector requirements above.
  • Yes. I fully meet this requirement.
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Oil and Gas Inspector Supervisor jobs require FIVE years experience in oil and gas (industry or inspection). Two years of which must have been in the oil and gas industry. (Non-drilling related experience such as oil and gas distribution or retail operations does not qualify.) Related Bachelor's Degree or AA in Petroleum Technology as described above may substitute for ONE year of the oil and gas industry experience. Four years related environmental experience (i.e. waste, polution, reclamation) may also substitute for ONE of the required two years of oil and gas industry experience. Do you meet this qualification?
  • No. I do not meet the Supervisor requirements
  • Yes. I fully meet the 5 year Supervisor requirements.

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Employer
West Virginia
Department-lala
Various Departments
Address
601 57th Street
601 57th Street
Phone
11559619

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