Program Manager - Oil & Gas Resource Management

Illinois Department of Natural Resources; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking a Program Manager for the Office of Oil and Gas Resource Management. This role directs the administrative hearing process for plugging and restoration projects, coordinates with the Office of Legal Counsel, and reviews contractor applications to recover costs through the PRF.

The position requires strong public administration experience, solid coordination skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects across agencies.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree; preferably in business or public administration.
• Three years of progressively responsible administrative experience.
• Experience preparing documents for administrative hearings preferred.
• Experience with state government contracts procurement.
• Data querying and ad hoc reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Directs the Well Site Plugging and Restoration Fund (PRF) Program as statewide manager.
• Oversees PRF activities and acts as Department liaison.
• monitors abandoned well sites and analyzes ownership information.
• Coordinates with PRF staff and contractors for plugging/restoration work.
• Ensures compliance with applicable regulations across sites.

Skills

Administrative coordination

Public administration knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Policy interpretation

Education

Four-year college degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, Word)

Docuware imaging system

BidBuy procurement system

Job description

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking a Program Manager for the Office of Oil and Gas Resource Management. This role directs the administrative hearing process for plugging and restoration projects, coordinates with the Office of Legal Counsel, and reviews contractor applications to recover costs through the PRF.

The position requires strong public administration experience, solid coordination skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects across agencies.