Geologist IV, Drilling & Completions

Summary of Position:

Position assists the operations group in geological interpretation and evaluation of Company fields, oversee geologic horizontal drilling activities, correlations of logs (open hole, gamma and mud logs) to describe stratigraphic and structural characteristics of fields, build contour maps of formations within the field, update maps as geological interpretation changes for drilling, prepare structural & lithology maps to show future drilling locations and evaluate future potential targets.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Independent professional who provides subject-matter expertise for complex geological assignments and related issues.
• Responsible for the geologic drilling activities of all horizontal rigs on CIVI properties. This will require 24/7 site supervision as needed to ensure that the geologic casing point is landed in the correct position and that the target zone is identified throughout the wellbore. 
• Position assists the operations group in geological interpretation and evaluation of company fields and makes recommendations if changes are required. 
• Identifies drillable prospects through analysis of geological data (well logs, core studies, etc.). 
• Maintain a geologic database for lookbacks on all horizontal drilling locations. Include all geologic, engineering, and geophysical criteria to compare against production (daily and EUR’s).
• Supervises the acquisition, maintenance (AFE tracking) and mapping of any 3-D seismic acquired. 
• Supervises operations/on-site geological staff to ensure they are meeting the standards of CIVI in performance and job responsibilities, ensuring that they are obtaining needed training and support for their career goals.
• Follow safe operating practices and ensure compliance with CIVI Environment, Safety & Regulatory requirements.
• Must be proficient in the use of Petra, and Microsoft Office products including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.  Additional proficiencies in Spotfire, Geo-Steering software, or other software programs are beneficial.
• May assist in training junior level Geologist.
• Assure all work performed adheres to CIVI standards.
• Performs all other duties and projects as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex geological data.
• Effective communication skills, able to convey technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborative mindset, capable of working within multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives.
• Adaptable to changing project requirements and able to manage multiple tasks concurrently.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's or master’s degree in Geology or a related field required. A specialization in petroleum geology is preferred.
• 8 years of related experience required.
• Proficiency in geological software, well logging tools, and geosteering technology required.
• Proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office 365 products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required. 

Travel & Additional Requirements:

• Work Location: Work is performed at both field and office locations.
• Schedule: Traditional 40-hour workweek or an alternative schedule of 9-hour workdays Monday through Thursday and 4-hour workdays on Friday, as business needs allow and with manager approval.
• Travel required to the Civitas field locations. 
• Civitas is a drug free workplace. All offers to successful candidates will be subject to successful background check and drug screen.

Benefits: 

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Dental and Vision insurance premiums are at no cost to employees.
• Generous 401(k) Retirement Plan with a 6% company match. 100% vest of employer contributions after the first month of employment. 
• Company paid Life & AD&D insurance.
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Critical Illness plans. 
• Vacation, sick, volunteer, and holiday pay.
• Health Saving Accounts (with an employer contribution) and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Fitness and tuition reimbursements.
• Opportunity for Short Term and Long-Term Incentives. 
• Company paid short-term and long-term disability programs.
• Paid parental leave.
• Volunteer opportunities through The Civitas Community Foundation.
• Employee assistance program.
• Your choice of paid parking or an RTD EcoPass for Denver-based employees.

Please note that the following job posting does not guarantee or promise specific benefits offerings to potential employees. While we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages, the availability and details of these offerings are subject to change and are ultimately determined by company policies and budgetary considerations. We encourage all applicants to review our official employee benefits documentation and engage in discussions with our HR representatives during the interview process to gain a comprehensive understanding of the benefits package available for the position.

Physical Requirements: 
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by this position to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Work Environment: 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those this position may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job.  However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. 

Civitas Resources offers of employment take into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, external market, and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees.  

Base Pay Range: $185,000 - $200,000

Civitas Resources is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce and provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. 

Application Deadline:

Application Deadline: February 15, 2025. Please note that applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Notice To Third Party Agencies:

Civitas does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to Civitas in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where Civitas has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of Civitas and Civitas will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.