Professional Geologist

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13662840 Job Posting closes:** Open Until Filled Agency Information The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) currently has a vacancy for an unclassified **Litigation Counsel** position for the Conservation Division, Wichita location. The KCC is a multi-faceted agency responsible for regulating public utilities including electric, natural gas, telecommunication and water companies as well as motor carriers, oil and gas pipelines and oil and gas natural production activities. The Commissions headquarters is in Topeka with the central Conservation office in Wichita and four Conservation district offices located in Dodge City, Wichita, Chanute and Hays. **About the Position** Who can apply:** Two years of experience in general office, clerical and administrative support work. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency. Classified/Unclassified Service:** UnclassifiedRegular/Temporary:** RegularVeterans\' Preference Eligible:** Yes Position Summary The Professional Geologist will execute responsibilities in both the Production and Underground Injection Control (UIC) portions of the joint Department. Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:** 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 overseeing each oil/gas well during its producing life i.e., from the time the well is drilled until the well is plugged. Review and process UIC injection applications as needed. Post-Offer/Pre-employment Requirements Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required** in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue\'s (KDOR) website at [https://www.ksrevenue.gov/taxclearance.html](https://www.ksrevenue.gov/taxclearance.html){target="_blank" rel="noopener"}. If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact Kansas Department of Revenue at (785)296-3199 or by email at [kdor_specialprojects@ks.gov](mailto:kdor_specialprojects@ks.gov){target="_blank" rel="noopener"}. **Required Documents for this Application to be Complete** Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page DD214 (if you are claiming Veterans Preference)\ \ Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application Cover Letter ResumeHelpful Resources at [jobs.ks.gov](https://admin.ks.gov/offices/personnel-services/jobs){target="_blank" rel="noopener"}:** *How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents* **How to Claim Veterans Preference** Veterans\' Preference Eligible (VPE):** Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a \"veteran\"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans\' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager. Learn more about [claiming Veterans Preference](https://admin.ks.gov/offices/personnel-services/jobs/veterans-preference){target="_blank" rel="noopener"} ***Equal Employment Opportunity*** 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 ientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.* If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.*