Oil and Gas Program Specialist

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Bloomsburg (Columbia County); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking an Oil and Gas Program Specialist to support state-wide oil and gas management efforts, policy development, and training. The role combines research, collaboration with agencies and industry, and program analysis to improve consistency and decision making.

The position emphasizes technical guidance on oil and gas operations and enhanced geothermal energy, with opportunities for telework and office-based work at multiple PA headquarters.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting environmental and energy program development.
• Ability to analyze data trends and support decision making.
• Expertise in subsurface/oil and gas operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Policy development: Review, recommend, and implement changes to program regulations and procedures.
• Program analysis: Analyze data trends and program performance to support decision making.
• Technical guidance: Provide expertise on oil and gas operations and energy development.
• Training support: Develop materials and deliver presentations for staff and stakeholders.
• Agency coordination: Collaborate with state, federal, and department partners on program issues.
• Outreach activities: Prepare reports and public information materials to support program objectives.

Skills

Policy development

Program analysis

Technical guidance

Training and public speaking

Agency coordination

Outreach

Job description

Are you ready to help shape environmental programs and emerging energy initiatives that impact communities across Pennsylvania? Become an Oil and Gas Program Specialist with the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and help guide the future of oil, gas, and enhanced geothermal energy programs. This role combines research, collaboration, and problem solving to support important environmental and operational goals. You will work with agencies, industry representatives, and program staff to address emerging challenges. Apply today to join a team dedicated to innovation, stewardship, and continuous improvement!

This position supports statewide oil and gas management activities through program analysis, policy development, technical guidance, and training efforts. The role helps improve program consistency, supports decision making, and advances environmental and energy initiatives throughout the Commonwealth. As an Oil and Gas Program Specialist, you will perform the following duties:

• Policy Development: Review, recommend, and implement changes to program regulations, policies, and procedures
• Program Analysis: Analyze data trends, reports, and program performance to support decision making
• Technical Guidance: Provide expertise on subsurface activities, oil and gas operations, and enhanced geothermal energy development
• Training Support: Develop training materials and conduct presentations for staff, industry representatives, and the public
• Agency Coordination: Collaborate with state, federal, and departmental partners on program issues and initiatives
• Outreach Activities: Prepare reports, publications, and public information materials to support program objectives

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• You will have the option to work from one of the following headquarter offices:
  • Rachel Carson State Office Building - 400 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101
  • Knox District Mining Office - 310 Best Avenue, Knox, PA 16232
  • Northcentral Regional Office - 208 West Third Street, Suite 101, Williamsport, PA 17701
  • Moshannon District Mining Office - 186 Enterprise Drive, Philipsburg PA 16866
  • California District Mining Office - 25 Technology Drive, California Technology Park, Coal Center, PA 15423
  • Cambria District Mining Office - 286 Industrial Park Road, Ebensburg, PA 15931
  • New Stanton District Mining Office - 131 Broadview Road, New Stanton, PA 15672
  • Altoona District Office - 3001 Fairway Drive, Altoona, Pennsylvania, 16602
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the assigned headquarters office location. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as an Environmental Protection Specialist or Environmental Protection Compliance Specialist (Commonwealth job titles or equivalent Federal Government job titles, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of experience as an Oil and Gas Inspector, Water Quality Specialist, or Solid Waste Specialist (Commonwealth job titles or equivalent Federal Government job titles, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Three years of professional environmental protection experience and four years of technical experience in well design, drilling, completion, production, plugging, or underground storage operations in the oil or natural gas industry; or
• Three years of professional environmental protection experience and a bachelor's degree in biological, physical, or environmental sciences, or closely related field; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

• All positions require possession of an active motor vehicle license.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.