Petroleum Land Manager (PCN 10-T015)

About the Department

The Department of Natural Resources, Division of Oil and Gas, is recruiting for a Petroleum Land Manager position in Anchorage, Alaska.

The Division of Oil and Gas Units Section is recruiting for a Unit Manager to assist the Division in its management of the State’s oil and gas resources. The Unit Manager will work with a diverse field of experts within the Division on highly complex (and potentially controversial) projects that impact ongoing and future hydrocarbon and geothermal development on state lands. This position offers a unique opportunity for those who excel at project management, strategic planning, negotiation, contract interpretation, writing, statutory and regulatory interpretation, and working within a statutory and regulatory framework to assist the Director in determining actions in the State’s best interest.

What You Will Be Doing:  

The recruit will be tasked with drafting, reviewing, and editing decision documents and similar documents produced by the Units Section (and, on an as-needed basis, those from other Division sections). The recruit will also be in regular communication with other Division section(s) personnel, as well as with lessors and operators, to maintain cooperative working relationships and ensure compliance with lease terms, Unit Agreement provisions, and statutory and regulatory requirements. The recruit also provides subject-matter expertise to the Director’s and Commissioner’s offices on a wide range of issues, including appeals, requests from the legislature, and court decisions, and responds to requests for information from other agencies, organizations, and members of the public. 

Mission and Values/Culture:  

The Division of Oil and Gas manages lands for oil, gas, and geothermal exploration and development in a fair and transparent manner to maximize prudent use of resources for the greatest benefit of all Alaskans. From this position in the Units Section, the recruit will be engaged with the varied life cycle of the more than 3.1 million acres under lease and license in the State. 

Benefits of Joining Our Team:  

The Units Section is an energetic team of professionals with diverse backgrounds and expertise. In this collaborative environment, project work is varied with opportunities for meaningful contributions to any number of teams in the Division. With the support of the Director’s office and other teams within the Division, the Units Section can help drive process innovations and seek efficiencies and creative solutions. The Division is a supportive environment for those seeking work-life balance, with the option of an alternating workweek that takes every tenth business day off. 

The Working Environment You Can Expect:  

Located on the 11th floor of the Atwood Building, this position will enjoy an office on the northeast-northwest side of the building with views facing Denali and the Chugach Range. Daily work activities include such tasks as reviewing oil and gas industry plans of development prepared, drafting proposed decisions on submitted plans of development, review and providing constructive feedback to both team members and Unit Managers as to proposed decisions on submitted plans of development, along with review and providing constructive feedback to other Division section(s) colleagues on various decisions, memoranda, etc., teleconferences and meetings with members of the Division and industry representatives, and problem solving issues as they arise. Further, the Division currently is offering remote work opportunities as health mandates and duties allow.

We are looking for a candidate who possesses the following knowledge, skills, abilities, and Competencies.  

• Experience in the Oil and Gas Industry strongly encouraged and preferred (but not required);
• A college degree (Associate, Bachelor, or Post-Graduate);
• Experience interpreting and ensuring compliance with statutes, regulations, and land title laws in Alaska;
• Experience with either legal or technical writing and editing with an emphasis on impact analysis;
• Familiarity with oil and gas field economics, and legal and commercial aspects of oil and gas exploration and development;
• Ability to manage and work collaboratively on several projects simultaneously, addressing complex issues and the various needs of multiple stakeholders; and
• Effective communication skills, both written and oral.

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Minimum Qualifications

** Please read the information below carefully. **

At the time of application, the applicant must attach the following items as individual documents; failure to provide the requested documentation may result in non-consideration.  If you are unable to attach documents, please fax or email the contact listed below.   Required documents include:

At the time of the interview, please ensure that you provide the following materials.  Failure to do so may result in loss of consideration.  Required documents include: 

Application Notice

You can ONLY apply for this position through the Workplace Alaska website or by submitting a paper application. Instructions for applying are available on the Workplace Alaska How to Apply webpage.  Your application must be received by 5:00 p.m. Alaska Standard Time on the closing date.  

Cover Letter

A cover letter is required for this position. The letter should highlight the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience relevant to the responsibilities described in the ‘Who We Are Looking For’ section of the job posting. Your cover letter will serve as a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process. 

Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online; if you cannot attach it, fax or email it to the contact number below.  

Supplemental Questions

For your application to be evaluated, you must answer the Supplemental Questions.  The State of Alaska (SOA) uses four proficiency levels to measure and describe an applicant’s competence in applying specific behaviors, knowledge, skills, and abilities to accomplish a specific task. The four proficiency levels are Mastery, Fluency, Literacy, and Discovery. You must rate your proficiency level for each competency listed in the supplemental questions.

Education

If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill out the Education section of the application. If you have not yet obtained a degree, please indicate the units you have completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. 

Special Instructions for Foreign Education

Education completed at foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the minimum qualifications listed above. If using this education to meet minimum qualification requirements, you must demonstrate that the credentials have been submitted to a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed at least equivalent to that gained in standard U.S. education programs. Alternatively, an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution must report that the other institution's transcript is given full value or that full value is recognized in relevant subject areas aligned with the post-secondary institution's curricula. It is your responsibility to provide this evidence when applying. 

Work Experience

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer’s name, job title, employment dates, and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine whether the responses are supported and whether the minimum qualifications are met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the recruitment interview and selection phase. 

Note: Attaching a resume does not substitute for completing the application in full. Noting, "see resume" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.  

Bargaining Unit

If you are a current state employee, please indicate the union to which you belong at the time of application. Do not complete this question if you are not a current state employee. 

Please ensure your application (through work history, training, education, licenses, certifications, etc.) supports/demonstrates that you possess the minimum required competencies for the job class. 

EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aids or services, or alternative communication formats should call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.

Other Qualifications

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Workplace Alaska Application Questions & Assistance

Questions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll-free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to [email protected].

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For specific information about this position, please get in touch with the hiring manager at the following:

Ken Diemer

Supervisor, Units Section

Email: [email protected]

Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under AlaskaCare Benefits administered by the State:   See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts.  Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note:  The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year

Agency Information

EmployerState of AlaskaAddress PO Box 110201

Juneau, Alaska, 99811 Phone(800) 587-0430 (Statewide toll-free number)
(907) 465-4095 (Juneau and out-of-state callers)Website http://workplace.alaska.gov/