Property Specialist 13 (POOLING AND UNITIZATION SPECIALIST) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/5209868) Apply  Property Specialist 13 (POOLING AND UNITIZATION SPECIALIST) Salary $31.99 - $47.75 Hourly Location Lansing, MI Job Type Permanent Full Time Job Number 7501-26-FOD-009 Department Natural Resources Opening Date 01/23/2026 Closing Date 2/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE) + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description As a Staff Specialist, this position’s predominant and essential function is to serve as the DNR state-wide specialist overseeing the State of Michigan’s mineral involvement in pooling and unitization agreements for oil and gas development and production. Due to the high complexity of the oil and gas industry and the constantly changing industry practices and technological advances, this position must have advanced knowledge of statutes, rules and regulations pertaining to minerals management of state-owned lands, as well as oil and gas leases, legal property descriptions, drilling requirements and well spacing rules and regulations. The position is responsible for formulating and implementing policies and procedures involving the specialty area of pooling and unitization agreements, along with highly complex assignments related to the work. This position acts as the Liaison who oversees the exchange of information with the Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) to establish accurate records for issuance of drilling permits, temporary abandoned wells, plugging of wells, and completion reports for wells including lands involving state-owned minerals. Duties also include analyzing the impact of proposed Uniform Spacing Plan petitions submitted to EGLE, as well as providing technical assistance and/or expert testimony, as needed. Additionally, this position interfaces with oil and gas industry operators to ensure the section is in possession of the latest division orders for all pooled, unitized, and single well operations. Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/PropertySpecialistPD26.pdf) Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a bachelor's degree in any major. Experience Four years of experience equivalent to a Property Analyst, including two years equivalent to a Property Analyst P11 or one year equivalent to a Property Analyst 12. Additional Requirements and Information This position is located at the Deborah A. Stabenow Building, eligible for remote work eligibility for part of the year, with in-office days for the division currently set for Wednesdays, which may be modified or terminated at any time by the employer. Please attach a cover letter, resume and official college transcripts to your application. Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further. You must attach an electronic and/or scanned copy of your official college/university transcripts. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. To view the job specification:http://www.michigan.gov/documents/PropertySpecialist\_12889\_7.pdf Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy. State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/24 01 PROSPL – Do you possess one of the following? A bachelor's degree or higher in any major? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts; OR At least one year of professional experience in the state of Michigan classified service. + Yes + No 02 PROPSPL – Do you possess at least four years of experience equivalent to a Property Analyst? + Yes + No 03 Do you have experience administering and/or monitoring leases, contracts, and or agreements with non-governmental entities on behalf of a federal, state, or local government? + 5 or more years of experience + 3-4 years of experience + 1-2 years of experience + Less than one year of experience + No experience 04 Please select from the options below: (Please note, actions that have been expunged, written reprimands or formal counseling, and layoff actions need not be reported.) Please select all that apply. + I have been dismissed within the last two years + I have resigned in lieu of discipline or dismissal within the last two years + I have been suspended without pay within the last two years + I have received an unsatisfactory rating in the last two years + I certify that none of the above circumstances apply to me + None 05 Do you possess any training or work experience in interpreting federal or state laws, rules, and regulations? + Yes + No 06 How many years of experience do you possess mapping/drawing out Michigan property legal descriptions? + 5 or more years of experience + 3-4 years of experience + 1-2 years of experience + Less than one year of experience + No experience 07 How many years’ experience in drafting legal documents specifically related to Michigan real estate, petroleum or mineral leasing, or mineral rights? + 5 or more years of experience + 3-4 years of experience + 1-2 years of experience + Less than one year of experience + No experience 08 If you answered drafting legal documents specifically related to Michigan real estate, petroleum or mineral leasing, or mineral rights, please describe your experience in detail (Enter None or N/A if no experience in this area). 09 Did you attach a resume, cover letter, and copy of your official college transcripts? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Michigan Department Natural Resources Address 525 West Allegan Lansing, Michigan, 48909 Phone 517-284-5014 Website https://www.michigan.gov/dnr/about/careers Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email