Join the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division

The New Mexico Oil Conservation Division (OCD) is seeking talented professionals who want to make a meaningful impact on one of the most important industries in our state.

OCD regulates oil and gas development across New Mexico to ensure the responsible production of natural resources while protecting public health and the environment. Our work sits at the intersection of engineering, science, law, and public policy.

We are currently recruiting professionals in a variety of fields, including:

• Petroleum Engineering
• Environmental Science
• Geology and Hydrology
• Compliance and Field Inspection
• Project Management and Public Administration

Why work at OCD?

• Help manage one of the most productive energy regions in the United States
• Contribute to responsible energy development and environmental protection
• Work with experienced professionals in engineering, science, and law
• Opportunities to serve communities across New Mexico

Whether you are an experienced professional or an early-career applicant seeking public service, the Oil Conservation Division offers the opportunity to apply your expertise to complex, real-world challenges.

Make a difference for New Mexico’s energy future.

Current job opportunities with the Oil Conservation Division are listed below and on the NM State Personnel Office (SPO) website. Search “Oil Conservation Division” or Energy Minerals and Natural Resources Department tag.

The New Mexico Oil Conservation Division is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to provide an inclusive, supportive community that values its people and ideas.