Regulatory Compliance Specialist - Permian Basin

Job Summary

The Regulatory Compliance Specialist is responsible for state and federal operational permitting, compliance reporting and various other regulatory filing requirements within the Permian asset team. Coordinates with operational teams to ensure full compliance with governmental rules/regulations. Provides regulatory compliance support to other teams both individually and within a team/multi-team meeting environment and updates data management software for tracking and reporting.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares, reviews, and enters in data online or in paper form for filing of various regulatory documents including drilling permit applications (W-1s), P-16s, SWR Exemptions, commingling requests, SWD permits and completion reports.

• Monitors drill schedule.

• Reviews and interprets well location plats, directional plans, and spacing/pooling orders for regulatory filings and compliance.

• Coordinates internally and externally to gather needed information for regulatory filings and compliance notifications.

• Develops Excel routers for automation of regulatory filings.

• Creates and updates DSO tracker and agendas.

• Updates necessary databases for tracking submittals, approvals and regulatory deadlines.

• Researches, documents and stays current regarding regulatory policies and rules.

• Engages in regulatory discussions with asset teams to stay ahead of rig schedule spud dates.

• Provides weekly regulatory updates in team meetings.

• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Competencies

• Technical understanding of basic well bore design, drilling and completion practices, and spacing/pooling/commingling orders, and TXRRC forms.

• Proficient computer skills including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

• Outside the box thinker who is willing to gain technical knowledge from the engineering team and consistently looks for more efficient ways to complete tasks.

• Knowledge of oil and gas governmental regulations in Texas.

• Communicates effectively – Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

• Situational adaptability – Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

• Ensures accountability – Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.

• Drives results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.

• Decision quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.

• Plans and aligns – Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.

• Minimum of one (1) year of previous oil and gas experience.

• An acceptable pre-employment background and drug test.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Math, Business, or Science from an accredited college or university.

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience related to state regulatory oil and gas drilling and completion filings with the Railroad Commission of Texas.

• Experience using WellView, DSO and other oil and gas-based software.

• Willing to travel to meet with governmental agencies and/or field personnel.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping.

• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

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