Mineral Production Analyst 1 - WAE (Enforcement)

Office of Enforcement - Orders Division The Office of Enforcement (OENF) is dedicated to ensuring regulatory compliance and protecting public and environmental interests through rigorous inspection programs, timely enforcement actions, and transparent oversight. The Office emphasizes proactive monitoring, consistent regulatory enforcement, and transparent reporting. Its operations are designed to uphold compliance standards, swiftly address violations, and maintain trust and accountability within Louisiana's regulated community. OENF consolidates all inspectors and enforcement staff into one office to maximize efficiency, consistency, and accountability. District inspectors, pipeline safety, UIC, coastal field services, and mining enforcement now operate under a unified structure that emphasizes cross-training, career progression, and consistent enforcement decisions. The office issues compliance orders, oversees damage prevention, and coordinates with Revenue, DEQ, and Wildlife & Fisheries for joint enforcement. Leveraging data analytics, automation, and tools like drones and sensors, OENF implements a proactive, risk-based enforcement model that prioritizes public safety while ensuring fair treatment of good operators. This part-time Mineral Production Analyst 1 is located in the Orders Division within the Office of Enforcement in Monroe, LA. The Mineral Production Analyst 1 will review routine applications and reports to determine compliance with statutory regulations governing the permitting, drilling, completion, testing, and plugging and abandonment of oil and gas wells. An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:

Accepting Direction:

The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.

Communicating Effectively:

The ability to convey information, ideas, and emotions using structured communication methods that promote understanding and engagement.

Following Policies and Procedures:

The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies. Three years of experience in mineral analysis; OR Six years of full-time work experience; OR A bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties:

Duties include, but are not limited to the following: Documents information in the agency system and contacts the entity to resolve discrepancies as related to the type of application and/or report. Prepares monthly activity reports of oil, gas, and condensate production, including the number of producing wells and gas disposition category. Develops and maintains suspense files on all compliance orders issues to industry entities to track whether violations have been corrected by the compliance deadline. Evaluates applications submitted by petroleum industry entities to ensure that applicable regulatory fee(s) as required by law are submitted. Performs reviews of forms using schematics to ensure that all work was performed in accordance with procedures as authorized by the agency. Reviews error messages generated by agency systems related to coding, production, opening/closing stocks, acquisition, and disposition of oil, gas, and other hydrocarbons. Performs all other duties as assigned by the Conservation Program Manager, Mineral Production Specialist, and/or Petroleum Scientist Manager 2. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:

WAE Career Progression:

This position may be filled as a Mineral Production Analyst 1 or 2.

Work Schedule:

Work hours are flexible.

Compensation:

The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. •Note regarding the advertised pay range: The maximum amounts listed are the maximum salary amounts a person can make at each level over their career and not the amount we are allowed to pay a new hire . This vacancy is being announced as a classified position and is open to all qualified applicants.

How To Apply:

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 application 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. •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 Resources Department of Energy and Natural Resources PO Box 94396 Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9396

Email:

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 http://www.laworks.net/Downloads/LRS/EmploymentResourceGuide_2018.pdf . The Department of Energy and Natural Resources is a participant in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.