Field and Regulatory Specialist

Job Description and Duties

In accordance with CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.

Effective July 1, 2025, the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) implemented the Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) which reduces an employee’s monthly salary by 3% [BU9], in exchange for leave credits. The salary range(s) included on this job advertisement do not reflect this reduction in pay. Employees appointed to this classification will have their monthly salary reduced and will accrue PLP 2025 hours on the first day of each pay period in accordance with their applicable .

This position is subject to the Department of Conservation’s Conflict of Interest code. Candidates may be precluded from employment with the department if they, or their spouse, hold interests in oil, gas, or geothermal entities.

PLEASE NOTE: All relevant work experience, skills sets, and professional qualifications must be listed on the STD. 678. Applications will be screened based on the information provided on the STD. 678 and not on your resume or SOQ. Failure to include required information on the STD. 678 may result in elimination from the recruitment process. APPLICATIONS WITH "SEE RESUME" OR “SEE ATTACHED” WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Under the direction of the Senior Oil and Gas Engineer (Supervisor), the Engineering Geologist will function as a Field and Regulatory Specialist within the Division’s Southern District office. The incumbent will perform activities associated with the development of natural resources both independently as well as in a team environment. As a Field and Regulatory Specialist, the incumbent will conduct complex field inspections and perform difficult geologic and engineering work. The Assembly Bill 211 and associated Public Resources Code (PRC) section 3113 updates mandate, where possible, both “shall” and “may” witnessing operations take place in-person with emphasis to witnessing all operations related to “critical” wells, and those listed as “shall witness” as a priority. The incumbent will perform geologic and engineering work such as well mechanical condition evaluation, lithologic and structural analysis, formation fluid analysis review, well stimulation indexes and chemical registry searches, and will use computers extensively to perform calculations and create reports and graphics using modeling software.

Please note: This position requires a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ). Applications submitted without an SOQ or an SOQ that does not answer the items/questions, and/or does not follow formatting instructions will be considered not interested in this position and will be eliminated from the selection process. Resumes and cover letters do not take the place of the SOQ. Please see the Statement of Qualifications section for more information.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Working Conditions

This position is located in Long Beach and requires daily in-office attendance. Employees must reside in California and be able to satisfactorily perform their essential work functions. Please seee attached duty statement for information related to this position's working conditions. PLEASE NOTE: "Field work" is considered office work. Also, as field work schedule permits, there may be opportunities to work remotely from employee's approved telework location.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

• T hi s position is subject to the Department’s Conflict of Interest Code.

• PLEASE NOTE : Applicants selected for interview will be required to attend in-person interviews held at the California Geologic Energy Management Divison - Southern District Office located at: 3780 Kilroy Airport Way, Suite 400, Long Beach, CA 90806.

• The Department of Conservation does not participate in the E-Verify system or STEM OPT extension program. Eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally/written)
• Excellent computer skills
• Possess good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple assignments
• Ability to promote a positive working environment and relationship with others

Benefits

DOC employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid sick and vacation
• California State holiday pay
• 401(k) and 457 plans
• Retirement (CalPERS)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Public Transit Subsidy

Additional benefit information can be found on the following websites:

California State Civil Service Employee Benefits information may be obtained by going to the California Department of Human Resources website at State Civil Service Employee Benefits Summary .

Information regarding benefits provided by membership in the California Public Employees’ Retirement System can be found at .

Benefit information can be found on the website and the website.

Important Information

Do not email or fax your application. Emailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.

If you are applying for more than one recruitment, a separate State Application (STD. 678) is required for each recruitment for which you would like to be considered.

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is required and must be included.
• Statement of Qualifications -

  SOQ must be an electronic MS Word or pdf file, no more than two pages, 1.5 spaced, and in Century Gothic 11 font (preferred). Include your name and date in the upper left-hand corner. Please organize the responses separately as they are outlined above addressing the specific questions being asked. Only accurate responses clearly tailored to the specific SOQ questions will be considered as fulfilling the statement of qualifications requirement.

  1. Please provide your academic, professional, and any technical experience as they relate to the various duties outlined in the Duty Statement.
  2. Describe any regulatory inspection experience and/or any form of fieldwork performed during your academic and/or profesional work.
  3. Describe briefly any geologic or engineering technical report writing experience.