Description:
Explore a new career with the BLM - where our people are our most precious resource. This position is located in Buffalo, WY.
We expect to fill vacancy at this time; however, additional positions may be filled from this announcement if they become available.
Requirements:
THIS IS NOT A REMOTE/VIRTUAL POSITION.IMPORTANT INFORMATION CONCERNING THIS OPEN CONTINUOUS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: This is an open continuous vacancy announcement that will be used to fill vacancies as they occur. To receive consideration for vacancies, applicants must submit a complete application prior to the established cut-off date(s). The initial cut-off date will take place on May 10, 2024, to begin the initial applicant consideration. Applications received after the initial cut-off date will be considered upon receipt of the next cut-off date. The established cutoff dates are as follows: June 9, 2024 July 9, 2024 August 8, 2024 September 7, 2024 September 28, 2024 NOTE: The period of eligibility for applications is through each cut-off date. The agency will issue a list of eligible applicants at each cut-off date to hiring officials within the period of eligibility. To be considered for each cut-off, a new application must be submitted. Applicants may make changes to applications to ensure experience is current.
In addition to meeting the IOR in order to be rated as qualified for this position, we must be able to determine that you meet the qualification requirements - please be sure to include this information in your resume. No assumptions will be made about your experience.
FOR GS-09: In addition to meeting the basic education requirement, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Reviews conventional APDs and sundries for technical adequacy and compliance with BLM polices, regulations, and rules and coordinates with other specialists. Through application of engineering principles, BLM polices, regulations, rules, and specialized stipulations promotes resource conservation, ensures public safety, and ensures operations are conducted in a manner that protects hydrocarbon, water, other mineralized zones, and potentially valuable resources. Calculates downhole pressures to ensure pressure control equipment are sufficient to meet BLM rules, regulations, and policy. Coordinates with geological staff in the review of APDs and Sundry Notices for potential hazards such as H2S, abnormal temperatures and pressures, and fault and slope stability issues. Recommends casing changes and logging suites based on experience and engineering justifications. Recommends approval or denial of APDs and sundries and contacts other Federal, State, and local agencies as required. Reviews subsequent operations to ensure operations were designed and conducted per BLM rules, regulations, and policy. Provides real-time and on-the-spot instructions, technical expertise, and engineering for plugging and abandonment operations. Provides lease case and legal support for the development of oil and gas operations with Legal Instrument Examiners and operators. Provide technical expertise and support to Petroleum Engineering Technicians, Petroleum Accounting Technicians, Legal Assistances, and working knowledge to other disciplines and agencies. -OR- 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree -OR- A combination of Specialized Experience and Qualifying education FOR GS-11: In addition to meeting the basic education requirement, you must possess one (1) full year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 level that is equivalent in difficulty and complexity as indicated by the following examples: Consults with operator representatives regarding incomplete submissions, unacceptable engineering practices and technical techniques and resolves problems directly which may require considerable money and resources. Provide expert testimony regarding estimated recoverable oil and gas resources on Federal lands. Perform engineering review of APDs and Sundry Notices for variance to regulatory requirements regarding oil and gas development. Conducts engineering and economic analysis to determine viability of proposals regarding royalty generation and effects on other resources. Advises and investigates operators in the field for corrective action and prepares final reports to resolve violations of BLM rules, regulations, and policy. Serves as subject matter expert pertaining to petroleum engineering issues in respective field. -OR- 3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree -OR- A combination of Specialized Experience and Qualifying education
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
Physical Demands: The work is primarily sedentary. Occasional field work is required which may involve travel over rough roads, hiking or climbing, temperature extremes, and carrying field equipment in order to conduct inspections.
Work Environment: Most work is performed in an office setting. Field work involves occasional exposure to sites requiring normal safety precautions.
Apr 11, 2024;
from:
usajobs.gov