Environmental Program Assistant​/Analyst

We respect and embrace the experiences, knowledge and contributions of our team members. We strive for a culture of belonging and balance by upholding our values:
Stewardship, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Innovation. We are passionate about Missouri, our role to preserve, protect and enhance our environment and we are committed to serving its citizens. We believe our mission and vision serves a greater purpose and will be felt for generations to come.

Please note: The salary range listed in this job description is a base salary. Applicants eligible for years-of-service adjustments or shift differentials may exceed salary range listed above.

This position will be located at 111 Fairgrounds Road, Rolla, MO 65401
. Typical schedule is Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

As an Environmental Program Assistant/Analyst for the Oil and Gas Unit, you will be working with oil and gas industry officials along with other state and federal agencies to improve Missouri’s groundwater and air quality. You will help develop and implement the Revive Economic Growth and Reclaim Orphaned Wells Act (REGROW) of 2021 for Missouri. In addition, you will perform office and field inspections, data collection, data analysis, data interpretation and technical/scientific reporting and writing to support oil and gas permitting and exploration operations.

You will support the core values of the Geological Survey Program which include Technical Competency, Service, Professionalism, Ingenuity, and Cooperation as well as the mission and values of the Division.

• Schedule and conduct oil and gas inspections and investigations at facilities and non-commercial sites in Missouri.
• Prepare timely and accurate reports and conduct follow-up investigations for compliance.
• Provide compliance and technical assistance to the regulated community, and general assistance to the public on oil and gas requirements both in the office and onsite.
• Ensure consistent application of the requirements and processes of the Oil and Gas Production law and implementing regulations.
• Interpret and implement Missouri’s rules and policies.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners including state and federal agencies, private oil and gas producers, contractors and landowners.
• Conduct inspections and witness mechanical integrity testing of oil and gas producers and landowners.
• Use ArcGIS Pro and Microsoft Office Suite software to manage multiple databases and applications.
• Respond to inquiries.
• Perform other work as assigned.

To be successful in this position, a candidate will need the following skills:

• Environmental Science:
  Knowledge of the concepts, principles, theories, and methods to protect and improve the quality of the environment and its resources; and to monitor, control, abate, and prevent pollutants.
• Adaptability:
  Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving:
  Uses a logical, systematic, sequential approach to address problems or opportunities or manage a situation by drawing on one’s knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
• Oral and Written Communication:
  Communicates information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, considers the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, law or closely related field and have completed, at a minimum, 0-4 years of experience with oil and gas well drilling and production technologies. (Additional education or experience may substitute for the required education and experience.)

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including written communication.
• Experience with ArcGIS Pro and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience managing data and database maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
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