James B. McNutt

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Sidney, NE 69162

316-***-**** / 316-***-**** ac7x86@r.postjobfree.com JOB OBJECTIVE: Obtain a Scientific, Hydrogeologic, Environmental, or Geologist position

EDUCATION: Master of Science - Earth, Environmental, and Physical Science Wichita State University, Wichita, KS (2012) Bachelor of General Studies – Biology Wichita State University, Wichita, KS (2005)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of Phase I and phase II ESA requirements from ASTM standards

• Experience with remedial subsurface monitoring and surface action plans with government oversight and approvals

• A commitment to best field practices for optimal QA/QC results: for safety and budgetary success

• Ability to execute, organize, report, and propose technical projects / Knowledge of OSHA safety guidelines

EMPLOYMENT:

Staff Petroleum Engineer Nebraska Oil and Gas Conservation Commission August 2018 – Present

• Creation and Management of a large database for geologic mapping of all state wells using PETRA

• Creation of regional and state maps for up-hole hydrogeologic formations: Ogallala Fm., Brule Fm., and Cedar Hills Ss.

• Management of lease decline curves and EUR values (based on LOE variables) with Power Tools

• Risk Based Data Management System (RBDMS) oversight for data on Nebraska wells, leases, and units

• RBDMS inputs of new permits to drill, sundry notices, completion reports, and plugging reports

• Written plugging protocols for individual wellbores and regulatory field work for documentation

• Organization and recording of commission Show-Cause Hearing documents

• Written financial reports for quarterly meetings with oil and gas commissioners

• Representative for Groundwater Protection Council (GPC) meetings with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Geologist, Stelbar Oil Corporation 2012 – July 2018

• Prospect Generation: Extension Concepts, Infill (Volumetric) Concepts, and Wildcat Concepts

• Prospect Development: Unique Workflow Process that uses many technical software modules for maximized efficiency

• Prospect Management: Communication skills for interactions with coworkers, W.I. partners, contractors, and competitors

• Data inputs for relevant wells: wellbore diagrams, DST information, stratigraphic tops, and reservoir characteristics

• Basin structure and interval mapping with broad gridding parameters / localized field mapping with reservoir detail

• Oil Field / localized mapping concepts: structural maps, interval maps, gross sand maps, net sand maps, net pay maps

• Use of SQL, Access, and Spotfire to help company functions and organization Geological Technician, Stelbar Oil Corporation 2006 – 2012

• Leasehold Database: management and mapping for company leaseholds

• Well Information Database: management and mapping for company prospects and interests (CO & KS)

• Well Production Database: management and mapping for company interests Environmental Scientist I, MWH Americas (Wichita, KS) 2005 – 2006

• Monitoring well sampling and report writing of documented (pollutant) constituents for environmental remediation sites

• Understanding of hydrogeologic concepts based on: permeability, lithology, and groundwater influx/movement

• Technical Report Writing / field work and permit compliance documentation – NEPA, RCRA, and Superfund regulations

• Knowledge of Kansas Environmental Policy: Emergency Planning and Community-Right-to-Know

• Experience in a range of environmental investigations / systems

• Experience with relevant field and lab equipment and chain of custody documentation

• Understanding of field sampling techniques, laboratory contracts, and courier procedures TECHNICAL EXPERTISE:

• Petra Geological Interpretation Software / Advanced Petra Workflow Competencies

• Geographix Mapping Suite / Advanced Geographix Workflow Competencies

• Geophysical Software Modules: Kingdom Suites, Seisware, and SeisVision (GVERSE Geophysics)

• I.H.S. Enerdeq & Powertools

• Arc GIS, CAD, AutoCAD / AutoCAD 3D / Geospatial software / Microsoft Office / Access / Excel

ADDITIONAL SKILLS:

• Knowledge of Hydrogeology concepts • General Administration

• Mapping Skills using Various Mapping Software • Knowledge of Conservation Issues

• Technical Writing for Reports • General Knowledge of EPA Functions

• General knowledge of OSHA Safety Regulations • Verbal and Written Communication Skills

• Project Management • Personnel Leadership

• Program Leadership • Outreach Communication

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