Petroleum Permitting Scientist — Flexible Hours & Impact

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Louisiana, Office of Permitting & Compliance – Permitting, in Baton Rouge, seeks a Petroleum Scientist 1, 2, or 3 to oversee permitting and regulatory analyses for oil and gas operations.

The incumbent reports to the Petroleum Scientist Manager 1. The role involves processing permits and financial securities, evaluating projects, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. Eligible salaries reflect SER ranges and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in geoscience or engineering.

Responsibilities

• Process Financial Security pertaining to Bond, CD, and Letter of Credit posted by operators to cover and insure funds for well plugging and abandonment.
• Process Applications for Permit to Drill for Minerals (original and amended) for the State of Louisiana.
• Assist in directing permitting activities for drilling operations throughout the state.
• Issue permits to drill, amendments, and determine requirements for such permits.
• Respond to inquiries from industry and citizens via telephone, fax, e-mail and mail.
• Process applications under the Severance Tax Relief Program (S.T.R.P.).
• Ensure proposed wells are in compliance with field orders and will optimize hydrocarbon drainage.
• Advertise legal notices for substitute and alternate unit wells and notify stakeholders properly.
• Conduct studies, evaluations, economic feasibility determinations, and analysis for proposed projects at public hearings.
• Ensure proper commingling and measurement of gas and liquid hydrocarbons.
• Review and approve applications for measurement and custody transfer of liquid hydrocarbons under Statewide Order 29-G-1 (LACT).
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Geoscience or Engineering degree

Job description

State of Louisiana, Office of Permitting & Compliance – Permitting, in Baton Rouge, seeks a Petroleum Scientist 1, 2, or 3 to oversee permitting and regulatory analyses for oil and gas operations.

The incumbent reports to the Petroleum Scientist Manager 1. The role involves processing permits and financial securities, evaluating projects, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. Eligible salaries reflect SER ranges and qualifications.