Professional Geologist State of Kansas Kansas

The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) is recruiting a Professional Geologist for its Conservation Division Central Office in Wichita, Kansas.

The Professional Geologist will execute responsibilities in the Production and Underground Injection Control (UIC) portions of the joint Department.

• Review and process Intents to Drill, Intents to Plug, and Plugging Reports.
• Administer the Commission rules and regulations pertaining to the protection of correlative rights and prevention of waste of oil and natural gas resources, and oversee each oil/gas well during its producing life from drilling to plugging.
• Review and process UIC injection applications as needed.

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage.
• Sick & Vacation leave.
• Work‑Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave.
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually).
• Fitness Centers in select locations.
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program.
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs.
• Compensation: $56,000 - $64,000 (salary may vary with education, experience, or qualifications).

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental, agricultural or natural sciences/resources or related field as determined relevant by agency personnel.
• Professional geology license recognized by the Kansas Board of Technical Professions.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
• Experience proofreading, editing, and composing documents.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing effectively and respectfully.
• Ability to create and maintain positive working relationships.
• Post‑offer requirement:
  Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate, to be obtained within 10 days of the offer letter.

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.