RRC - Environmental Protection Specialist V/Oil & Gas Field Operations - Federal Compliance Section Supervisor (IIJA)
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About Us
The Railroad Commission of Texas is a state agency with primary regulatory jurisdiction over the oil and natural gas industry; pipeline transport and pipeline safety; natural gas utilities; the LP-gas industry, and surface mining operations. You can find more details about us on the Railroad Commission of Texas' website here https://www.rrc.texas.gov/about-us/.
To support our mission to serve Texas, we need great people to join our team. We provide a great working environment along with outstanding benefits, including:
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at https://www.rrc.texas.gov/about-us/jobs/. To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit the Employee Retirement Systems website at https://ers.texas.gov/benefits-at-a-glance.
Job Description
The Railroad Commission of Texas, recognized as a worldwide leader in regulation of oil and gas exploration, seeks an Environmental Protection Specialist V to lead the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) Federal Compliance Section of the Oil and Gas Division Field Operations Section.
The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) has awarded federal grants to plug orphaned oil and gas wells and cleanup abandoned oil and gas sites. The Federal Compliance Section Supervisor will be responsible for agency compliance with applicable federal and state statutes, regulations, and executive orders (EOs) with the primary focus on statues that protect environmental and cultural resources - Endangered Species Act (ESA) and National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). The IIJA grants require RRC to comply with federal statutes and provide DOI with documentation of compliance.
Performs highly advanced (senior-level) work to coordinate and manage activities necessary to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Please note: This is a grant funded position with funding expected to continue until 9/30/2030.
The position is located at the Railroad Commission headquarters in Austin, Texas. The position is not eligible for telecommuting.
Essential Job Duties
1. Supervises IIJA Grant Compliance Section employees.
2. Hires and trains new IIJA Grant Compliance Section employees.
3. Liaisons with DOI for environmental and cultural compliance activities.
4. Evaluates the environmental impact of activities on biological resources or cultural and historic resources.
5. Leads or coordinates field surveys, historical assessments, or cultural monitoring as necessary to comply with grant requirements.
6. Develops and communicates processes and procedures for grant compliance activities.
7. Provide subject matter and technical expertise for IIJA Grant Compliance Section.
8. Reviews, evaluates, and monitors contractor work related to environmental surveys and cultural monitoring.
9. Reviews, maintains, and updates a cleanup tracking system/database related to environmental survey and cultural monitoring.
10. Coordinates with district office staff on well pluggings and/or site cleanups in their district.
11. Conducts or supervises consultations with federal agencies for Endangered Species Act as necessary.
12. Consults with Texas Historical Commission /State Historic Preservation Officer and Tribal Historic Preservation Officer for Section 106 reviews under the National Historic Preservation Act.
13. Prepares complex correspondence, technical reports, and environmental assessments to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal environmental laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
14. Develops and implements techniques for evaluating program activities, monitors and evaluates policies and procedures; and directs performance activities.
15. Represents the agency at business meetings, hearings, trials, legislative sessions, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees.
16. Ensure compliance with Davis-Bacon Act by RRC well plugging and cleanup contractors.
17. Ensure environmental compliance documentation is complete and available for federal audits by DOI Office of Inspector General.
18. Plan, develop, recommend, and implement guidelines, and procedures.
19. Performs related work as assigned.
Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_NaturalResources.pdf
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of state and federal environmental laws, regulations, and mitigation requirements, pertaining to natural resources.
2. Ability to interpret and apply scientific principles and evaluate environmental scientific data.
3. Skill in writing methodologies and strategies to develop appropriate informational and educational materials related to environmental studies and activities.
4. Ability to research, analyze, develop, and implement policies, procedures, and technical information specific to a functional area.
5. Ability to direct and organize program activities; to establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
6. Ability to build, establish and maintain working relationships and coalitions while settling differences in direct and diplomatic paths without damaging relationships.
7. Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
8. Ability to present technical material to a wide variety of audiences, including the regulated industry, state and federal agencies, and the public.
Work Hours and Telework: Standard office hours for Commission employees are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our agency offers alternate schedules for employees, as long as it does not adversely affect operations and service levels, and standard hours of operation are maintained. The Commission may also offer telework based on the agency's approved Telework Plan. Alternate work schedules and telework may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the CAPPS Recruit Prescreening Questionnaire to be considered for the posting. To complete the Prescreening Questionnaire, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
Remarks:
THE RAILROAD COMMISSION OF TEXAS ONLY ACCEPTS ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSTING.
Due to the high volume of applications we do not accept telephone calls. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Notifications to applicants are sent electronically to the email address you provide.
The Railroad Commission of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age
or disability in employment or in the provision of services.
The Railroad Commission of Texas is a tobacco-free workplace.
About Us
The Railroad Commission of Texas is a state agency with primary regulatory jurisdiction over the oil and natural gas industry; pipeline transport and pipeline safety; natural gas utilities; the LP-gas industry, and surface mining operations. You can find more details about us on the Railroad Commission of Texas' website here https://www.rrc.texas.gov/about-us/.
To support our mission to serve Texas, we need great people to join our team. We provide a great working environment along with outstanding benefits, including:
- Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, and at least 12 paid holidays per year
- Telework options for eligible positions
- Flexible work schedules
- Retirement pension with a 150% agency match - you can watch this YouTube video that describes this amazing benefit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJI6M7g73-w
- 401(k), 457(b) and Roth
- Health premiums 100% paid for full-time employees
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness and Exercise Leave
- Career development programs/opportunities for advancement
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at https://www.rrc.texas.gov/about-us/jobs/. To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit the Employee Retirement Systems website at https://ers.texas.gov/benefits-at-a-glance.
Job Description
The Railroad Commission of Texas, recognized as a worldwide leader in regulation of oil and gas exploration, seeks an Environmental Protection Specialist V to lead the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) Federal Compliance Section of the Oil and Gas Division Field Operations Section.
The U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) has awarded federal grants to plug orphaned oil and gas wells and cleanup abandoned oil and gas sites. The Federal Compliance Section Supervisor will be responsible for agency compliance with applicable federal and state statutes, regulations, and executive orders (EOs) with the primary focus on statues that protect environmental and cultural resources - Endangered Species Act (ESA) and National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). The IIJA grants require RRC to comply with federal statutes and provide DOI with documentation of compliance.
Performs highly advanced (senior-level) work to coordinate and manage activities necessary to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
Please note: This is a grant funded position with funding expected to continue until 9/30/2030.
The position is located at the Railroad Commission headquarters in Austin, Texas. The position is not eligible for telecommuting.
Essential Job Duties
1. Supervises IIJA Grant Compliance Section employees.
2. Hires and trains new IIJA Grant Compliance Section employees.
3. Liaisons with DOI for environmental and cultural compliance activities.
4. Evaluates the environmental impact of activities on biological resources or cultural and historic resources.
5. Leads or coordinates field surveys, historical assessments, or cultural monitoring as necessary to comply with grant requirements.
6. Develops and communicates processes and procedures for grant compliance activities.
7. Provide subject matter and technical expertise for IIJA Grant Compliance Section.
8. Reviews, evaluates, and monitors contractor work related to environmental surveys and cultural monitoring.
9. Reviews, maintains, and updates a cleanup tracking system/database related to environmental survey and cultural monitoring.
10. Coordinates with district office staff on well pluggings and/or site cleanups in their district.
11. Conducts or supervises consultations with federal agencies for Endangered Species Act as necessary.
12. Consults with Texas Historical Commission /State Historic Preservation Officer and Tribal Historic Preservation Officer for Section 106 reviews under the National Historic Preservation Act.
13. Prepares complex correspondence, technical reports, and environmental assessments to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal environmental laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
14. Develops and implements techniques for evaluating program activities, monitors and evaluates policies and procedures; and directs performance activities.
15. Represents the agency at business meetings, hearings, trials, legislative sessions, conferences, and seminars or on boards, panels, and committees.
16. Ensure compliance with Davis-Bacon Act by RRC well plugging and cleanup contractors.
17. Ensure environmental compliance documentation is complete and available for federal audits by DOI Office of Inspector General.
18. Plan, develop, recommend, and implement guidelines, and procedures.
19. Performs related work as assigned.
Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_NaturalResources.pdf
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in related field.
- Five years of federal compliance work related to the Endangered Species Act and/or National Historic Preservation Act, or other relevant experience.
- Five years of supervisory experience.
- Ability to work Monday-Friday, 8AM - 5PM with occasional flexible hours, overtime, weekends, and on-call duty.
- Ability to travel up to 20% with some overnight travel.
- Valid Texas Driver's license and a good driving record.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in consultations with USFWS for Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act.
- Experience in consultations with NOAA for Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act.
- Experience in establishing Programmatic Agreements for Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act.
- Experience with data within ArcGIS systems.
- Experience with plugging and abandoning oil and gas wells.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of state and federal environmental laws, regulations, and mitigation requirements, pertaining to natural resources.
2. Ability to interpret and apply scientific principles and evaluate environmental scientific data.
3. Skill in writing methodologies and strategies to develop appropriate informational and educational materials related to environmental studies and activities.
4. Ability to research, analyze, develop, and implement policies, procedures, and technical information specific to a functional area.
5. Ability to direct and organize program activities; to establish program goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
6. Ability to build, establish and maintain working relationships and coalitions while settling differences in direct and diplomatic paths without damaging relationships.
7. Ability to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.
8. Ability to present technical material to a wide variety of audiences, including the regulated industry, state and federal agencies, and the public.
Work Hours and Telework: Standard office hours for Commission employees are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our agency offers alternate schedules for employees, as long as it does not adversely affect operations and service levels, and standard hours of operation are maintained. The Commission may also offer telework based on the agency's approved Telework Plan. Alternate work schedules and telework may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.
APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the CAPPS Recruit Prescreening Questionnaire to be considered for the posting. To complete the Prescreening Questionnaire, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
Remarks:
- There is one available position.
- Official transcripts, DD214 or DD1300, copies of license/certifications, or other minimum requirement validations will be requested at the time of the job offer.
- Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
THE RAILROAD COMMISSION OF TEXAS ONLY ACCEPTS ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSTING.
Due to the high volume of applications we do not accept telephone calls. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Notifications to applicants are sent electronically to the email address you provide.
The Railroad Commission of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age
or disability in employment or in the provision of services.
The Railroad Commission of Texas is a tobacco-free workplace.
JOB SUMMARY
RRC - Environmental Protection Specialist V/Oil & Gas Field Operations - Federal Compliance Section Supervisor (IIJA)CAPPS
Austin
a day ago
N/A
Full-time