Permit Manager

Working Title: Permit Unit Manager

Job Requisition ID: 48754 
Closing Date: 10/06/2025
​Agency:  Department of Natural Resources
Class Title:  PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 
Skill Option:  Physical Sciences/Environment 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,281 a Month; Full Range $8,281 - $12,223 - Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:  Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: N/A

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number: 12-10-48754

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking to hire a Permit Unit Manager for The Office of Oil and Gas Resource Management. This position will p rovide management and supervision of the OOGRM permit Unit staff in the review of various permit applications and permit revisions submitted by oil and gas operators, to ensure compliance with approved regulations such as the Illinois Oil and Gas Act, Hydraulic Fracturing Regulatory Act (HFRA) as they relate to the permit application process and the spacing and construction of wells. We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today.

Essential Functions

• Under general direction of the Office of Oil & Gas Resource Management (OOGRM) Permitting and Technical Services Manager, serves as working supervisor to staff in gathering various data for review and issuing permits.
• Serves as working supervisor.
• Reviews and evaluates permit applications for completeness and accuracy.
• Coordinates Departmental policies and serves as Liaison with various individuals and groups.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, preferably with courses in business, public administration, geology or a related physical or environmental science; engineering or petroleum engineering preferred.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in the field of environmental or physical sciences.

Specialized Skills

• Requires at least 3 years’ experience in writing regulator permits, including the writing of conditions and issuance of permits, 2 years of which must be in oil and gas permitting.
• Requires at least 2 years of experience interpreting and applying the Illinois Oil and Gas Act and associated regulations and/or the Illinois Hydraulic Fracturing Regulatory Act and associated regulations.
• Requires at least 2 years of experience in the manipulation of data within the Corel Paradox database management system, including writing queries and generating ad hoc reports.
• Requires at least 2 years of experience working with Microsoft Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers professional knowledge & experience with hydraulic fracturing, preferably “high volume”.
• Prefers three (3) years experience in writing regulator permits, including the writing of conditions and issuance of permits, 2 years of which must be in oil and gas permitting.
• Prefers extensive knowledge of the Hydraulic Fracturing Regulatory Act, the Oil and Gas Act and related administrative rules.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience in developing and managing a supportive agency program.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience in developing, installing, and evaluating new and revised methods, procedures, and performance standards for the Office’s UIC and Production Permitting Units.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience in exercising judgment and discretion in developing, implementing, and interpreting departmental policies and procedures including those related to the regulation of the oil and gas industry.
• Prefers 2 years of experience in the manipulation of data within a database management system, including writing queries and generating ad hoc reports.
• Prefers 2 years of experience working with Microsoft Suite or similar programs.

Conditions of Employment

All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. The State of Illinois complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities:

• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Agency and Division Statement

IDNR Agency Statement

Charged with preserving, protecting, and promoting Illinois’ natural resources, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) employees oversee water, wildlife, wetlands and oil wells, parks, historic sites – and everything in between. Employment opportunities vary greatly, often providing employees the chance to work indoors and out in a dynamic yet relaxed environment. Working for the State of Illinois, IDNR employees receive excellent benefits, including health, vision and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options; state holidays and other time off; as well as pre-tax benefit programs; flexible/remote work schedules may be available in for certain positions.

Division Statement

The Office of Oil and Gas Resource Management is the regulatory authority in Illinois for permitting, drilling, operating, and plugging oil and gas production wells. The Office implements the Illinois Oil and Gas Act and enforces standards for the construction and operation of related production equipment and facilities. In addition, the Office regulates the injection of fluids into underground injection wells, through the UIC Program, and cleans up abandoned well sites through the PRF and Landowner Grant Programs.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am-4:30pm w/ 1 hour lunch
Work Location: IDNR, 1 Natural Resources Wy, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Agency Contact: Vicky Fowler
Email: [email protected]
Phone #: 217-785-5387
Posting Group: Leadership & Management

This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

Revolving Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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