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Agency Information:

The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) currently has a vacancy for an unclassified Geology Specialist (Professional Geologist) in the Conservation Division Central Office, in Wichita, Kansas. 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. The Commission’s headquarters is in Topeka with the Conservation Division Central Office located in Wichita and four Conservation district offices located in Dodge City, Wichita, Chanute, and Hays.

About the Position

Who can apply: Anyone with four (4) years direct experience in geology/hydrogeology/earth science/geoscience.

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 - 5

Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes

Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes

Search Keywords: Clerical, KCC, Topeka, Shawnee, Supervisor, Court Clerk, Docket, Administrative

Compensation: $56,000 - $64,000

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position Summary & Responsibilities

Serving as a primary point of contact, the Administrative Officer plays a critical role within the Commission Office. This role provides direct administrative support to the three KCC Commissioners, managing key scheduling and documentation responsibilities. Additionally, this position oversees the day-to-day operations of the Docket Room, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of docket filings, compliance with regulatory procedures, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Position Summary:

The Geology Specialist (Professional Geologist) will execute responsibilities in both the Underground Injection Control (UIC) and Production portions of the joint Department.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

• 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.
• Responsible for administering the Commission rules for providing just and reasonable gas gathering services.
• Responsible for enforcing EPA standards for Class II injection wells under the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act.
• Review UIC injection applications.
• Maintain injection statistics to ensure protection of fresh and usable waters, hydrocarbons, and correlative rights.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Four years direct experience in geology/hydrogeology/earth science/geoscience.

Necessary Special Requirements:

• Some positions in the class may require a certificate to practice as an intern geologist in the State of Kansas within two years of appointment. Some positions may require working towards obtaining a professional geologist license as recognized by the Kansas Board of Technical Professions to pursue licensure as a geologist.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access.
• Experience proofreading, editing, and composing documents.
• Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to create and maintain positive working relationships.

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

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

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Sandra Rak

Email: Sandra.Rak@ks.gov

Phone: 785-271-3136

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

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• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application

• Cover Letter
• Resume

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Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

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PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator

Office of Personnel Services

Landon State Office Building

900 SW Jackson, Rm 401

Topeka, KS 66612

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 orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

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