ASSOCIATE OIL AND GAS ENGINEER

State of California; United States; Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid sick and vacation

Public Transit Subsidy

Job summary

The State of California, Department of Conservation, is seeking a Cost Estimation Associate Oil and Gas Engineer to join the CalGEM team in headquarters. You will work under the Senior Oil and Gas Engineer, monitor Idle Well compliance, prepare directives, and advise operators on preventative actions to protect public health and the environment.

Salary ranges from $11,427 to $14,298 per month with a hybrid telework option. Final filing date is 10/19/2026 and eligibility requires exam completion.

Qualifications

• Desirable Qualifications: Ability to analyze complex business processes and propose system enhancements or workflow optimizations.
• Desirable Qualifications: Understanding of data structures, data flows, and data management systems.
• Desirable Qualifications: Understanding or knowledge of software development processes, such as requirements gathering, testing, release cycles, and change management.
• Desirable Qualifications: Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking.
• Desirable Qualifications: Ability to learn new software tools quickly.
• Desirable Qualifications: Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• This position functions as an Associate Oil and Gas Engineer in CalGEM’s Headquarters under the guidance of the Senior Oil and Gas Engineer.
• Monitor and investigate operator adherence to Idle Well statutes and regulations, prepare technical directives, and advise operators on preventative actions.

Job description

Job Posting: Cost Estimation Associate Oil and Gas Engineer

$11,427.00 - $14,298.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 10/19/2026

Job Description and Duties

In accordance with CCR 249.3, this job control may be used to fill subsequent vacancies.
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 limit your duties performed to one entry. Using multiple entries to list job duties for the same position may lead to disqualification. 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) of the Cost Estimation Program, the incumbent will function as an Associate Oil and Gas Engineer (AOGE) in the California Geologic Energy Management Division’s (CalGEM) Headquarters. This position requires a high degree of knowledge and skill of petroleum engineering and geology, petroleum operations, production, and good oil field practice, database management; and communication, presentation, and disclosure. The incumbent will monitor and investigate operator adherence to Idle Well statutes and regulations, prepare technical and legal directives, and advise operators of preventative and corrective actions. CalGEM prioritizes protecting public health, safety, and the environment in its oversight of the oil, natural gas, and geothermal industries, while working to help California achieve its climate change and clean energy goals. To do that, CalGEM uses science and sound engineering practices to regulate the drilling, operation, and permanent closure of energy resource wells.

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: If new to California state service, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. If you are a current state employee, but do not have transfer eligibility or list eligibility, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. Please go to CalHR’s website to review the exam bulletin: AOGE - Exam

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet Minimum Qualifications, the applicant will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Applicants who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board.

EDUCATION INFORMATION: If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications for this classification, please provide your unofficial transcripts. Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must provide evaluated transcripts. The transcript evaluation must state the number of units to which foreign coursework is equal. Foreign education evaluation services can be found at https://www.naces.org. Official transcripts and official foreign degree transcripts will be required prior to appointment. If you are not using education to qualify for this classification, you do not need to submit transcripts. To bypass the required document, select Choose/Upload and select Bypass File.

This position is contingent on budget approval.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Upon hire, the selected candidate may choose one of the following offices as their permanent headquarters: Sacramento, Bakersfield, Long Beach, Ventura, or Orcutt. Once a location is chosen, the incumbent will be required to work from that specific office exclusively for all in-person reporting; requests for alternative work locations will not be considered.
One day of remote work and four days of in-office work per week is the available hybrid telework schedule for this position.

Candidates who reside outside of the State of California may be admitted to the job interview but must show proof of residence in California prior to being eligible for appointment.

Please see the attached duty statement for information related to this position’s working conditions.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• ASSOCIATE OIL AND GAS ENGINEER

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-533517

Position #(s): 538-201-3783-XXX

Working Title: Cost Estimation Associate Oil and Gas Engineer

Classification: ASSOCIATE OIL AND GAS ENGINEER
$11,427.00 - $14,298.00
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions: Multiple

Work Location: United States

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

With a team of scientists and other dedicated professionals, the Department of Conservation (DOC) administers a variety of programs vital to California's public safety, environment, and economy. The services DOC provides are designed to balance today's needs with tomorrow's obligations by fostering the wise use and conservation of energy, land, and mineral resources.

All employees are responsible for contributing to an inclusive, safe, and secure work environment that values diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences, and is free from discrimination.

CNRA Career Center

The CNRA Career Center, located in downtown Sacramento, is open to both prospective and current employees looking to grow their careers. The center provides a range of personalized services designed to support you at every stage of your professional journey.

Services include:

• One-on-One career consultations
• Application and résumé reviews
• Personalized career guidance
• Mock interviews
• Tips and best practices for applying to positions

Location: Poppy Pavilion, 715 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

Hours of Operation: Tuesday–Thursday 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Department Website: http://www.conservation.ca.gov

Special Requirements

• This position is subject to the Department’s Conflict of Interest Code.
• Valid Driver's license.

Desirable Qualifications

• Ability to analyze complex business processes and propose system enhancements or workflow optimizations.
• Understanding of data structures, data flows, and data management systems.
• Understanding or knowledge of software development processes, such as requirements gathering, testing, release cycles, and change management.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to approach technical challenges with analytical, systematic thinking.
• Ability to learn new software tools and technologies quickly.
• Good attendance and dependability.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, verbally and in writing, with a variety of stakeholders, employees, control agencies, and supervisors/managers.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to exercise good judgement, work well under pressure, and meet assigned deadlines.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

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 www.calpers.ca.gov.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Department Website: http://www.conservation.ca.gov

Human Resources Contact:
Jacob Tupolo
[phone]
[e-mail]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
EEO Officer
[phone]
[e-mail]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

Important Information

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

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. 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.

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.

Additional Information

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION: If new to California state service, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. If you are a current state employee, but do not have transfer eligibility or list eligibility, you will need to have taken and passed the examination for this classification in order to be hired for this position. Please go to CalHR’s website to review the exam bulletin: AOGE - Exam

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to