ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST

California Department of Conservation; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of Conservation in Los Angeles County is seeking a Field and Regulatory Specialist to lead complex field inspections and perform advanced geologic and engineering work in the Southern District. This role requires meticulous field observations and analytical skills in a dynamic regulatory environment.

You will assess well conditions, conduct lithologic and structural analyses, review formation fluids, and generate reports and graphics using modeling software.

Qualifications

• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required.
• Experience with field inspections and geologic/engineering work.
• Ability to witness operations in-person as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex field inspections and geologic/engineering work.
• Conduct lithologic and structural analyses and formation fluid reviews.
• Assist with calculations, reports, and graphics using modeling software.

Skills

Field inspections

Geologic analysis

Engineering geology

Modeling software

Tools

Modeling software

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Position Details

Job Code #: JC-538441

Position #(s): 538-202-3756-XXX

Working Title: Field and Regulatory Specialist

Classification: ENGINEERING GEOLOGIST

$6,488.00 - $12,215.00

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: Los Angeles County

Telework: Hybrid

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: Primary Cert Contact

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

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 Bargaining Unit contract .

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), 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.

This position is contingent on budget approval.

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

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.