State of Louisiana
Conservation Program Manager
State of Louisiana, Bossier City, Louisiana, United States, 71111
Salary :
$4,167.00 - $7,502.00 Monthly
Location :
Bossier City, LA
Job Type:
Promotion
Job Number:
DENR-2024-OC-202615-FRD
Department:
DENR-Office of Conservation
Division:
Pipeline
Opening Date:
11/18/2024
Closing Date:
11/23/2024 11:59 PM Central
Supplemental Information
Office of Conservation - Pipeline DivisionThe Pipeline Division regulates the use, end-use, conservation, and transportation facilities for movement of intrastate natural gas; regulates carbon dioxide pipelines and compressed natural gas fueling facilities; and they serve as clearing house to provide information to users of natural gas regarding the availability of supplies of natural gas. The Division is also responsible for a comprehensive pipeline safety inspection and enforcement program for both intrastate natural gas and hazardous liquids pipelines, and damage prevention enforcement on pipeline right of ways.
LOCATION AND POSITION INFORMATION:Incumbents in the Northeast, Northwest, Southeast, Southwest and South/Central Louisiana Area are supervised by the Engineer Managers in the Baton Rouge Office. Incumbents of this position performs highly advanced technical inspections of jurisdictional intrastate pipelines facilities and supervises the Conservation Enforcement Specialists in their respective Louisiana area. There are three categories of intrastate pipelines facilities which are regulated and inspected by all: 1) gas distribution pipelines, 2) gas transmission and, 3) hazardous liquid transmission pipelines. These incumbents may inspect from 1 to 3 of the categories of intrastate pipelines facilities in their area. This position requires extensive travel. Additional duties include but are not limited to:On-site inspections of complex jurisdictional gas and hazardous liquid pipeline systems and related facilities intrastate pipelines facilities such as: 1) review/evaluate procedures for operations & maintenance manuals, emergency plans, and other operational procedures; 2) review/evaluate record keeping procedures and actual records of below/above ground facilities for compliance with federal and state regulations.In addition to records review, actual physical facilities inspections are conducted.Perform exit interviews to discuss the findings of on-site inspections with representatives of the respective facility and provide guidance to facility personnel in the course of discussions during the inspection and at the exit interview.Collects and review preliminary data required in on-site inspections.Conduct unannounced sight visits of operator facilities in their assigned area of responsibility to evaluate the condition of pipeline facilities in general.Provides direct supervision to all Conservation Enforcement Specialists in their respective Louisiana area. This includes approving leave, supervising inspections, preparing weekly itineraries, etc.Review with pipeline operators specific regulation inquiries from pipeline operators. Attend staff meetings to discuss department policy and regulatory updates.Maintain inspector qualifications.**Note regarding the advertised pay range:
The Petroleum Scientist job series has an established special entrance rate (SER) that is set above the minimum of the pay level and the advertised minimum. The maximum listed is the maximum salary a person can make over their career and not the amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.
This vacancy is being announced as a
promotional position
and will be filled by way of an internal promotion with a current Office of Conservation employee.
Applicants outside of the Office of Conservation are not eligible for consideration.
APPLICATION PROCESS:No Civil Service test score
is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their applications to determine where they are in the recruitment process.
Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
A copy of your college transcript to verify the specialized degree requirement MUST be submitted by the closing date of this announcement. This may be done by way of an attachment to your online application and/or by fax/mail. Applicants possessing an international degree must submit an equivalency evaluation statement with their application. This may be done by way of an attachment to your online application.
Transcripts can either be mailed or faxed to the Louisiana Department of State Civil Service. Fax: 225-219-1041. Mailing Address: Department of State Civil Service, P.O. Box 94111, Capitol Station, Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9111.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.
Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *
For further information about this vacancy contact:Human ResourcesDepartment of Energy and Natural ResourcesPO Box 94396Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9396Email: _DNR-Recruiting@la.gov
The Department of Energy and Natural Resources is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at
The Department of Energy and Natural Resources is a participant in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A baccalaureate degree with 18 semester hours in any one or a combination of the following fields: agriculture, agronomy, a biological science, chemistry, ecology, engineering, environmental science, forestry, geography, geology, horticulture, mathematics, nuclear science, physics, soil science, statistics or toxicology plus four years of professional level experience in petroleum exploration, petroleum production, natural resources regulation or natural resources enforcement.
SUBSTITUTIONS:
Experience in petroleum exploration, petroleum production, petroleum gas and/or anhydrous ammonia handling or distribution, natural resources regulation, natural resources enforcement, law enforcement, or investigatory work will substitute for the required baccalaureate degree and specialized hours on the basis of 30 semester hours of general coursework with approximately 4.5-5 semester hours of specialized coursework for one year of experience when using a combination of college hours and experience to meet the educational requirement. Four years of this experience will substitute for the baccalaureate degree and 18 specialized hours when not using a combination.
NOTE:
Subprofessional petroleum exploration or petroleum production work includes such jobs as driller, driller's helper, gauger, helper on an oil well cementing crew, pumper, or roustabout. Petroleum gas and anhydrous ammonia work includes jobs such as a bottle filler, tank installer, dealer, bobtail driver, technician, or piping installer.
NOTE: Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Job Concepts
FUNCTION OF WORK:
To regulate exploration and production operations, injection wells, surface mining operations, hazardous liquid and natural gas pipelines, and related facilities, pipeline operations and site clearance of abandoned oil and gas facilities through management of enforcement, emergency response, data collection, and evaluation, and investigation task to insure compliance with State and Federal regulations.
LEVEL OF WORK:
Manager.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Broad direction from a Petroleum Scientist Manager 1 or 2. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Direct supervision of Conservation Enforcement Specialists and other professional and support staff.
LOCATION OF WORK:
Department of Natural Resources, Office of Conservation, all Divisions and programs, statewide.
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from Conservation Enforcement Specialist 3 by responsibility for management of the entire exploration and production operations, injection well, surface mining, pipeline operations and enforcement programs and site clearance program.
Examples of Work
Manages and plans the statewide activities of the exploration and production operations, injection well, surface mining, pipeline operations and enforcement programs, and site clearance program.
Assists in the preparation of section budget requests and in defending proposals before the State Budget Office and the legislative fiscal office. Represents the section, along with higher-level personnel, before legislative committees for budget requests, regulation development, and legislative inquiries.
Represents the Office and Department at meetings with other state and federal agencies, citizens groups, news media, educational forums, and the regulated community regarding complex issues.
Maintains continuous liaison and coordinates activities of the exploration and production operations, injection well, surface mining, pipeline operations and enforcement programs, and site clearance program with local, state, and federal agencies.
Initiates, negotiates and manages settlement of civil penalties for violations and problems. These negotiations are carried out with corporate officers, the Attorney Generals Office, local parish District Attorneys, U.S. Department of Transportation, U.S. EPA, Department of the Interior legal staff and office of conservation legal staff.
Coordinates section response to proposed Federal regulation and policy changes.
Manages the preparation of approval, denial, or enforcement documentation (notice of violation, penalty orders, compliance orders, pipeline orders, site clearance approvals). Recommends enforcement action for non-compliance with regulations.
Provides technical testimony and serves as an expert witness at hearings and enforcement proceedings.
Coordinates and attends meetings with industry representatives, (exploration and production, injection well, surface mining or pipeline managers, corporate attorneys, project engineers, senior scientists, shrimping industry, salvage and diving contractors) and with the public to discuss construction permits, inspections, variances, exemptions and other issues for exploration and production operations, injection wells, surface mining, pipelines and facilities, site clearance of abandoned oil and gas facilities, and commercial exploration and production disposal facilities within the state.
Makes technical decisions related to the issuance of orders and approval letters, granting of permits, variances and exemptions.
Develops policy recommendations for transmittal to higher-level personnel regarding issuance of permits, orders or approval letters.
Manages the technical operations of delegated federal programs.
Determines the budget and manpower needs of the exploration and production operations, injection well, surface mining, pipeline operations and enforcement programs, or site clearance program and makes necessary resource allocations.
Directs activities related to the researching, drafting, and promulgation of rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Supervises the implementation of quality control/quality assurance procedures necessary to ensure the accuracy and completeness of documentation.
Assists higher-level personnel with preparation of the annual state budget or Federal Grant(s). Also, assists during the periodic Federal or state audits of the exploration and production operations, injection well, surface mining or pipeline enforcement programs.
Provides information to legislators, pipeline industry, oil and gas industry and the general public concerning matters of exploration and production operations, injection wells, surface mining, pipelines and facilities, site clearance of abandoned oil and gas facilities and commercial exploration and production disposal facilities within the state.
Monitor and assist applicants and companies with permitting with other state and federal agencies (environmental, wildlife and fisheries, coastal zone) and communicating with the appropriate regulatory agencies and monitor and review Coastal Zone Use Permits.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage
More information can be found at
Parental Leave
- Up to six weeks paid parental leaveMore information can be found at
Holidays and Leave
- State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
New Year's DayMartin Luther King, Jr. Day,Mardi Gras,Good Friday,Memorial Day,Independence Day,Labor Day,Veteran's Day,Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their systemTeacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (),Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (), among others
01
Are you a current permanent DENR-Office of Conservation employee?
YesNo
02
Have you completed a bachelor's degree?
YesNo
03
Do you have 18 semester hours in any one or a combination of the following fields: agriculture, agronomy, a biological science, chemistry, ecology, engineering, environmental science, forestry, geography, geology, horticulture, mathematics, nuclear science, physics, soil science, statistics or toxicology?
YesNo
04
If you answered "YES" to the previous question, please type each course name, semester hours earned, and the accredited university. If you answered "NO" type N/A. Example: ACCT 2001 - Introductory Financial Accounting - 3 hrs - LSU
Required Question
$4,167.00 - $7,502.00 Monthly
Location :
Bossier City, LA
Job Type:
Promotion
Job Number:
DENR-2024-OC-202615-FRD
Department:
DENR-Office of Conservation
Division:
Pipeline
Opening Date:
11/18/2024
Closing Date:
11/23/2024 11:59 PM Central
Supplemental Information
Office of Conservation - Pipeline DivisionThe Pipeline Division regulates the use, end-use, conservation, and transportation facilities for movement of intrastate natural gas; regulates carbon dioxide pipelines and compressed natural gas fueling facilities; and they serve as clearing house to provide information to users of natural gas regarding the availability of supplies of natural gas. The Division is also responsible for a comprehensive pipeline safety inspection and enforcement program for both intrastate natural gas and hazardous liquids pipelines, and damage prevention enforcement on pipeline right of ways.
LOCATION AND POSITION INFORMATION:Incumbents in the Northeast, Northwest, Southeast, Southwest and South/Central Louisiana Area are supervised by the Engineer Managers in the Baton Rouge Office. Incumbents of this position performs highly advanced technical inspections of jurisdictional intrastate pipelines facilities and supervises the Conservation Enforcement Specialists in their respective Louisiana area. There are three categories of intrastate pipelines facilities which are regulated and inspected by all: 1) gas distribution pipelines, 2) gas transmission and, 3) hazardous liquid transmission pipelines. These incumbents may inspect from 1 to 3 of the categories of intrastate pipelines facilities in their area. This position requires extensive travel. Additional duties include but are not limited to:On-site inspections of complex jurisdictional gas and hazardous liquid pipeline systems and related facilities intrastate pipelines facilities such as: 1) review/evaluate procedures for operations & maintenance manuals, emergency plans, and other operational procedures; 2) review/evaluate record keeping procedures and actual records of below/above ground facilities for compliance with federal and state regulations.In addition to records review, actual physical facilities inspections are conducted.Perform exit interviews to discuss the findings of on-site inspections with representatives of the respective facility and provide guidance to facility personnel in the course of discussions during the inspection and at the exit interview.Collects and review preliminary data required in on-site inspections.Conduct unannounced sight visits of operator facilities in their assigned area of responsibility to evaluate the condition of pipeline facilities in general.Provides direct supervision to all Conservation Enforcement Specialists in their respective Louisiana area. This includes approving leave, supervising inspections, preparing weekly itineraries, etc.Review with pipeline operators specific regulation inquiries from pipeline operators. Attend staff meetings to discuss department policy and regulatory updates.Maintain inspector qualifications.**Note regarding the advertised pay range:
The Petroleum Scientist job series has an established special entrance rate (SER) that is set above the minimum of the pay level and the advertised minimum. The maximum listed is the maximum salary a person can make over their career and not the amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.
This vacancy is being announced as a
promotional position
and will be filled by way of an internal promotion with a current Office of Conservation employee.
Applicants outside of the Office of Conservation are not eligible for consideration.
APPLICATION PROCESS:No Civil Service test score
is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their applications to determine where they are in the recruitment process.
Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
A copy of your college transcript to verify the specialized degree requirement MUST be submitted by the closing date of this announcement. This may be done by way of an attachment to your online application and/or by fax/mail. Applicants possessing an international degree must submit an equivalency evaluation statement with their application. This may be done by way of an attachment to your online application.
Transcripts can either be mailed or faxed to the Louisiana Department of State Civil Service. Fax: 225-219-1041. Mailing Address: Department of State Civil Service, P.O. Box 94111, Capitol Station, Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9111.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.
Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *
For further information about this vacancy contact:Human ResourcesDepartment of Energy and Natural ResourcesPO Box 94396Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9396Email: _DNR-Recruiting@la.gov
The Department of Energy and Natural Resources is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resources Guide at
The Department of Energy and Natural Resources is a participant in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A baccalaureate degree with 18 semester hours in any one or a combination of the following fields: agriculture, agronomy, a biological science, chemistry, ecology, engineering, environmental science, forestry, geography, geology, horticulture, mathematics, nuclear science, physics, soil science, statistics or toxicology plus four years of professional level experience in petroleum exploration, petroleum production, natural resources regulation or natural resources enforcement.
SUBSTITUTIONS:
Experience in petroleum exploration, petroleum production, petroleum gas and/or anhydrous ammonia handling or distribution, natural resources regulation, natural resources enforcement, law enforcement, or investigatory work will substitute for the required baccalaureate degree and specialized hours on the basis of 30 semester hours of general coursework with approximately 4.5-5 semester hours of specialized coursework for one year of experience when using a combination of college hours and experience to meet the educational requirement. Four years of this experience will substitute for the baccalaureate degree and 18 specialized hours when not using a combination.
NOTE:
Subprofessional petroleum exploration or petroleum production work includes such jobs as driller, driller's helper, gauger, helper on an oil well cementing crew, pumper, or roustabout. Petroleum gas and anhydrous ammonia work includes jobs such as a bottle filler, tank installer, dealer, bobtail driver, technician, or piping installer.
NOTE: Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university.
Job Concepts
FUNCTION OF WORK:
To regulate exploration and production operations, injection wells, surface mining operations, hazardous liquid and natural gas pipelines, and related facilities, pipeline operations and site clearance of abandoned oil and gas facilities through management of enforcement, emergency response, data collection, and evaluation, and investigation task to insure compliance with State and Federal regulations.
LEVEL OF WORK:
Manager.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Broad direction from a Petroleum Scientist Manager 1 or 2. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Direct supervision of Conservation Enforcement Specialists and other professional and support staff.
LOCATION OF WORK:
Department of Natural Resources, Office of Conservation, all Divisions and programs, statewide.
JOB DISTINCTIONS:
Differs from Conservation Enforcement Specialist 3 by responsibility for management of the entire exploration and production operations, injection well, surface mining, pipeline operations and enforcement programs and site clearance program.
Examples of Work
Manages and plans the statewide activities of the exploration and production operations, injection well, surface mining, pipeline operations and enforcement programs, and site clearance program.
Assists in the preparation of section budget requests and in defending proposals before the State Budget Office and the legislative fiscal office. Represents the section, along with higher-level personnel, before legislative committees for budget requests, regulation development, and legislative inquiries.
Represents the Office and Department at meetings with other state and federal agencies, citizens groups, news media, educational forums, and the regulated community regarding complex issues.
Maintains continuous liaison and coordinates activities of the exploration and production operations, injection well, surface mining, pipeline operations and enforcement programs, and site clearance program with local, state, and federal agencies.
Initiates, negotiates and manages settlement of civil penalties for violations and problems. These negotiations are carried out with corporate officers, the Attorney Generals Office, local parish District Attorneys, U.S. Department of Transportation, U.S. EPA, Department of the Interior legal staff and office of conservation legal staff.
Coordinates section response to proposed Federal regulation and policy changes.
Manages the preparation of approval, denial, or enforcement documentation (notice of violation, penalty orders, compliance orders, pipeline orders, site clearance approvals). Recommends enforcement action for non-compliance with regulations.
Provides technical testimony and serves as an expert witness at hearings and enforcement proceedings.
Coordinates and attends meetings with industry representatives, (exploration and production, injection well, surface mining or pipeline managers, corporate attorneys, project engineers, senior scientists, shrimping industry, salvage and diving contractors) and with the public to discuss construction permits, inspections, variances, exemptions and other issues for exploration and production operations, injection wells, surface mining, pipelines and facilities, site clearance of abandoned oil and gas facilities, and commercial exploration and production disposal facilities within the state.
Makes technical decisions related to the issuance of orders and approval letters, granting of permits, variances and exemptions.
Develops policy recommendations for transmittal to higher-level personnel regarding issuance of permits, orders or approval letters.
Manages the technical operations of delegated federal programs.
Determines the budget and manpower needs of the exploration and production operations, injection well, surface mining, pipeline operations and enforcement programs, or site clearance program and makes necessary resource allocations.
Directs activities related to the researching, drafting, and promulgation of rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Supervises the implementation of quality control/quality assurance procedures necessary to ensure the accuracy and completeness of documentation.
Assists higher-level personnel with preparation of the annual state budget or Federal Grant(s). Also, assists during the periodic Federal or state audits of the exploration and production operations, injection well, surface mining or pipeline enforcement programs.
Provides information to legislators, pipeline industry, oil and gas industry and the general public concerning matters of exploration and production operations, injection wells, surface mining, pipelines and facilities, site clearance of abandoned oil and gas facilities and commercial exploration and production disposal facilities within the state.
Monitor and assist applicants and companies with permitting with other state and federal agencies (environmental, wildlife and fisheries, coastal zone) and communicating with the appropriate regulatory agencies and monitor and review Coastal Zone Use Permits.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage
More information can be found at
Parental Leave
- Up to six weeks paid parental leaveMore information can be found at
Holidays and Leave
- State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
New Year's DayMartin Luther King, Jr. Day,Mardi Gras,Good Friday,Memorial Day,Independence Day,Labor Day,Veteran's Day,Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement - State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their systemTeacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (),Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (), among others
01
Are you a current permanent DENR-Office of Conservation employee?
YesNo
02
Have you completed a bachelor's degree?
YesNo
03
Do you have 18 semester hours in any one or a combination of the following fields: agriculture, agronomy, a biological science, chemistry, ecology, engineering, environmental science, forestry, geography, geology, horticulture, mathematics, nuclear science, physics, soil science, statistics or toxicology?
YesNo
04
If you answered "YES" to the previous question, please type each course name, semester hours earned, and the accredited university. If you answered "NO" type N/A. Example: ACCT 2001 - Introductory Financial Accounting - 3 hrs - LSU
Required Question