Geologic Resources Section Chief — Resource Oversight

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Híbrido; USD 80.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Geologic Resources Section Chief to lead energy and mineral resource programs across state lands and waters. You will guide staff, evaluate resources, and collaborate with agencies to ensure safe, fair, and environmentally responsible development.

You will oversee contracts and provide technical analysis to support agency decisions, with telework possibilities and a pathway to HQ in Harrisburg as needed.

Formación

• Active professional geologist license or equivalent Senior Geoscientist experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in geology or related field with 30 college credits in geology/geophysics/geochemistry/engineering geology.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training acceptable.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee staff who manage contracts and agreements for oil, gas, minerals, and water protection on state lands.
• Guide lease term decisions, assist with negotiations, and coordinate dispute resolution efforts.
• Conduct economic assessments of oil, natural gas, coal, and mineral resources to support agency decisions.
• Interpret geologic logs, maps, and data to support studies and reports on resource development issues.
• Maintain and organize geospatial information, correspondence, and files for program operations.
• Collaborate with agencies, officials, groups, and the public to share information and support program goals.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Contract oversight

Data interpretation

Collaboration

Educación

Professional Geologist license

Bachelor’s degree in geology/related field

Descripción del empleo

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Geologic Resources Section Chief to lead energy and mineral resource programs across state lands and waters. You will guide staff, evaluate resources, and collaborate with agencies to ensure safe, fair, and environmentally responsible development.

You will oversee contracts and provide technical analysis to support agency decisions, with telework possibilities and a pathway to HQ in Harrisburg as needed.