Senior to Lead Geologist

Position Summary

The Senior Geologist based in our Denver office, works in a collaborative team environment, and plays a significant role pursuing acquisitions and promoting opportunities through technical and commercial analysis. Successful acquisitions are likely to lead to subsurface development opportunities for the Senior Geologist on new assets with the expectation that the acquisition model is risked appropriately and can be executed on. Additionally, this role supports ongoing subsurface development opportunities for Jonah Energy's Fields including the evaluation of additional reservoir targets. This position is also responsible for providing guidance to colleagues based on their own experiences and will assist the Director of Geology & Geophysics with project oversight.

Essential Responsibilities

- Develop technical and commercial understanding of acquisition focus areas, bringing in experience from other plays to help develop different approaches to existing fields/plays.

- Motivated, passionate, collaborative team member that helps to drive further collaboration between the different technical teams in all regards but especially regarding acquisition evaluations.

- Provide routine geological / geophysical and administrative support to subsurface acquisition evaluation and development activities.

- Operate with a high degree of autonomy to analyze diverse geologic data sets, develop targets, design and present programs, and execute exploration work, from early-stage reconnaissance to advanced drilling.

- Write detailed technical reports, create figures, and present data to a variety of audiences.

- Assist team with staying up to speed on industry technological advancements and new research developments.

- Execute all projects with the upmost technical rigor with a constant focus of the economic impact to the organization.

- Maintain respectful and productive working relationships within and across all work groups, ensuring effective collaboration and cooperation.

- Create a work environment that is consistent with the company’s Purpose, Vision & Core Values.

Other Duties

- Assist technical staff with developing technical concepts, workflows, and project efficiencies.

- Perform other duties and projects as assigned to support the success of the department and company.

Supervisory Responsibilities

- None

Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; effectively converse with all levels of the company, customers, business associates.

- Intermediate to advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite.

- Highly accurate and detail oriented; work efficiently with large datasets to evaluate and execute on upside potential and create value.

- Execute projects with a high degree of technical rigor, technological innovation and outside the box thinking.

- Effectively integrate technical data to provide the basis for effective reservoir characterization, exploration, and prospect development.

- Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of commercial drivers.

- Operate with a high degree of autonomy, stay organized and effectively manage data in a dynamic work environment.

- Collaborates and works effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

- Proficiency in GeoGraphix.

- Strong experience in evaluating and developing unconventional reservoirs.

- Proficiency with horizontal planning, development and geo-steering.

- Develop large scale geologic model integrating petrophysical, engineering, geochemical, geophysical, and geological data to better frame play concepts.

- Work in a fast-paced and diverse environment with varying degrees of direction; work and learn independently.

- Effectively manage multiple concurrent projects, timelines, and stakeholders.

- Work in a small-company environment in a very hands-on role, performing reports and analyses as needed.

- Lead and coordinate a cross-functional team through the evaluation and execution phases of transactions.

- Professional integrity and accountability.

- Work in fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Required Education And Qualifications

- M.S. Geology or equivalent relevant experience.

- 10 years relevant experience in Oil and Gas Exploration & Production (E&P).

- Previous experience evaluating acquisition opportunities with technical rigor.

- 5+ years’ experience with an E&P Company engaged in unconventional resource development.

- Exploration experience and prospect generation.

Required Certifications And Licenses

- None

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

- Strong petrophysical background.

- Leadership/mentoring experience.

- Proficiency in Kingdom and seismic interpretation.

Preferred Education And Qualifications

- None

Preferred Certifications And Licenses

- None

POSITION SCOPE & IMPACT

- Individual contributor with impact on department and company.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

- Work in a climate-controlled office and routinely use standard office equipment.

TRAVEL

- Up to 10%, as business requires.

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements % of Work Time

Remain in a seated position

90%

Speak and hear clearly

100%

Lift office products and supplies, up to 20lbs.

20%

Stoop, kneel, bend and reach

15%

Dexterity to write and manipulate keyboard and mouse

100%

The minimum job requirements posted are for a Senior Geologist. A candidate will be hired into the appropriate level based upon their experience, skills and qualifications.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package including generous PTO, 401k match and discretionary profit sharing, tuition assistance, professional development, and eligibility for short term incentive program. Additionally, eligible employees may enroll in health, dental, vision and life insurance on their first day of employment and elect from several voluntary group benefits. This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule. As an employee you have the opportunity to make a difference in a company where your position is critical to project success! It has been and will continue to be the policy of Jonah Energy LLC not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment screenings.