Environmental Protection Specialist

#WeAreONEOK – Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused. JOB SUMMARYThe Environmental Professional III (EP III) serves as a senior‑level technical leader and responsible for setting direction and ensuring consistent execution of environmental compliance across our Natural Gas Pipeline (NGP) segment. This role involves regulatory engagement end‑to‑end, independently leading audits and corrective action closure, and applying expert judgment to compliance issues while protecting business outcomes and regulatory credibility. The EP III drives accountability across cross‑functional teams, translates complex challenges into actionable strategies, and maintains a senior-level presence in time‑critical situations. The position also builds organizational capability through mentoring, training, and leadership of compliance systems, supporting a broad range of environmental media including air permitting (Title V), SPCC, waste management, hydrostatic testing discharges, and project‑related permitting while collaborating effectively with all team members and managing multiple compliance systems.Job Profile SummaryResponsible for coordinating environmental compliance, remediation and company support for operating segments and construction projects through the application of knowledge and experience of compliance and environmental programs in accordance with the company mission, vision, and values.Essential Functions and ResponsibilitiesProvide mentoring to entry level employees on compliance system management, assisting with compliance requirements and organizational procedures and tools.Develop tools and templates to manage the collection of environmental compliance and remediation information that results in enhanced compliance and company performance with the appropriate quality and accuracy reviews of the data.Manage field inspections for operating assets and construction projects. Provide senior level knowledge of compliance requirements and operating or construction parameters to answer questions regarding applicability and compliance requirements.Enhance existing compliance programs based on audit results. Lead internal audits of facilities within and outside areas of responsibility.Represent the company in the evaluation and implementation of minor emerging regulatory issues through committees of state based Industry Associations or in support of the company's Regulatory Issue Guideline.Recognize and resolve regulatory applicability issues and identify compliance requirements and tasks. Able to apply risk based analysis of compliance related to operations or construction practices. Provide support to less experienced professionals to resolve complex questions of applicability or requirements.Capable of managing all environmental programs and their application within a complex operating asset or construction projects.Recognize the need for and development of new procedures and tools to facilitate and demonstrate compliance.Review environmental inspection reports and resolve potential compliance issues based on knowledge of regulations, construction practices and operating assets.Negotiate with contract and consultant resources to ensure an appropriate level of service and competitive rates for service are in place. Evaluate contractor and consultant performance and make recommendations on continued use.Manage the permit process from start to finish for all media, including applications for new construction and operating assets. Ensure quality and accuracy of practical permit conditions based on evaluation of compliance risk.Manage multiple compliance systems across multiple media for complex operating sites and projects. Contribute to system enhancements to improve compliance performance. Train new users on compliance systems and procedures. Participate in the development and implementation of new compliance systems.Manage and participate in agency inspections and represent the company in negotiations on compliance or enforcement issues. Effectively represent the company operating parameters and construction practices and the applicability of environmental regulations along with rationale for compliance positions taken by the organization.Coordinate and facilitate environmental project permitting prior to, during, and after construction for maintenance, growth and large capital projects.Collect and review environmental field samples (air, water, and waste) for analysis. EducationBachelor's Degree in environmental, natural science, engineering preferred and/or a combination of formal education and the following job related experience: Work Experience This role is typically attained through 6 -10 years related experience in environmental compliance. Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of: state and federal environmental regulations and standards and their applicability to operations. Ability to: analyze, research, compile, and prepare permit applications, logs, reports, and correspondence and company responses to agency requests. Ability to: evaluate, research, and interpret governmental regulations, equipment performance manuals, regulatory agency guidance and instructions, reports, correspondence, and company policies and procedures. Ability to: pay attention to details. Ability to: apply math, algebraic formulas, and statistics. Ability to: interact, advise and communicate effectively, exchange information/provide instructions, conduct verbal presentations. Ability to: develop communications utilizing fundamental technical writing skills. Ability to: present training materials. Ability to: utilize office equipment including computers and applicable job related software, including Microsoft Office tools. Ability to: operate tools/equipment. Licenses and CertificationsNone required Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/RequirementsSedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally) Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently) Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly) Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally) Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally) Pushing: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force (Occasionally) Pulling: Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force (includes jerking) (Occasionally) Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally) Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally) Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally) Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally) Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally) Crawling: Moving about on the hands and arms in any direction (Occasionally) Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly) Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly) Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly) Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly) Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently) Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently) Tasting/Smelling: (Occasionally) Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly) Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently) Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently) Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)Working Conditions/EnvironmentEmployee is subject to inside and outside environmental conditionsWorking Conditions Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Frequently) Outdoor weather conditions (Occasionally) Dust, fumes, gases (Occasionally) Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly) CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)TravelTravel to other locations required. DrivingBased on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email or call ​. Expected Salary Range$101,000.00 - $151,000.00SummaryLocation: Midland, TXType: Full time ONEOK