What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Advisor, Geoscience position at CIVITAS RESOURCES INC?
Summary of Position:
A senior exploration and development geophysicist with deep multi-basin experience, responsible for identifying and advancing new play concepts and leading strategic geophysical initiatives.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
- Experience in leveraging extensive multi-basin geophysical knowledge to work across multiple assets, supporting deal screening through operational insights and risk assessment.
- Experience in innovation in data utilization (e.g., seismic acquisition, processing, interpretation) while operating as a self-starter who identifies, prioritizes, and executes projects independently.
- Experience in leading multi-scale prospect generation—from basin-level evaluations to detailed well placement—and playing a pivotal role in development planning.
- Experience in mentoring junior geophysicists and effectively communicating complex geophysical interpretations to all stakeholders.
- Has worked across three or more basins, applying comprehensive geophysical techniques for both unconventional and conventional resource plays.
- Integrates subsurface data (seismic, stratigraphy, geochemistry, petrophysics) to develop play-to-basin scale interpretations.
- Identifies and champions new exploration opportunities, even with limited data, and drives continuous improvement of geophysical workflows.
- Actively mentors and trains the next generation of geophysicists, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.
- Effectively communicate complex geophysical interpretations to all stakeholders, influencing strategic decisions and operational plans.
Knowledge/Skills/Competencies
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and arrive at innovative solutions.
- Effective communication skills, capable of conveying technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders across Land, Reservoir, Drilling, and Completions teams.
- Collaborative mindset, adept at working within multidisciplinary teams to achieve project objectives.
- Adaptable to changing project requirements and able to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Geophysics (or related field) required, with a specialization in seismic interpretation or petroleum geophysics preferred.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience within a geophysicist role within oil and gas.
- Proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office 365 products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Proficient in geophysical software (e.g., Petra, Kingdom, Petrel, DecisionSpace), with Geographix/GVERSE proficiency preferred.
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.
| AMOUNT OF TIME | |||
None | Under 1/3 | 1/3 to 2/3 | Over 2/3 | |
Stand | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Walk | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Sit | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ |
Use hands & fingers | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ |
Reach with hands & arms | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Climb or balance (includes ladders) | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Bending, kneel, squatting or crawling | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Talk or hear | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ | ☒ |
Wear personal protective equipment. (e.g. respirator, fire resistant clothing) | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Weight Lifted |
☐ Up to 10 lbs. |
☒ Up to 25 lbs. |
☐ Up to 50 lbs. |
☐ Up to 100 lbs. |
☐ More than 100 lbs. |
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.
| AMOUNT OF TIME | |||
None | Under 1/3 | 1/3 to 2/3 | Over 2/3 | |
Work near moving mechanical parts | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
Work in high, precarious places | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
Fumes or airborne particles | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
Toxic or caustic chemicals | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
Outdoor weather conditions (heat & cold) | ☐ | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ |
Loud Noise (conveyor systems, mechanical equip, etc.) | ☒ | ☐ | ☐ | ☐ |
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: $250,000 - $290,000
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: March 10, 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.
Salary : $250,000 - $290,000
