RRC - Program Specialist V - Injection Well Program Specialist

About the role

The Railroad Commission of Texas, recognized as a worldwide leader in the regulation of oil and gas exploration and production, seeks a Program Specialist V to provide administrative, reporting and monitoring, and public outreach work in the Special Injection Permits (SIP) Unit in the Oil and Gas Division.

Responsibilities

• Maintains records associated with permit applications, fee payments, and violations.
• Scans paper applications and other documents and formats electronic documents for processing.
• Inspects the work of applicants for compliance with rules and regulations.
• Monitors and maintains email inbox for the unit.
• Provides administrative assistance related to permit requirements to the general public and agency staff; answers questions and explains permit procedures.
• Assists in preparing notices, correspondence, memos, and reports related to permit activities and compliance.
• May assist with planning work projects.
• May train others.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Five (5) years of program administration and clerical experience.
• Experience reviewing documents for completeness and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of UIC wells.
• Knowledge of environmental and regulatory functions.
• Experience performing public outreach.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of office practices; of administrative and technical procedures; and of applicable policies, administrative codes, and statutes.
• Skill in the use of standard office equipment, computers, and computer software.
• Ability to respond to public inquiries in a timely manner; to implement administrative and technical procedures; to interpret applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; and to communicate effectively.
• Ability to plan and coordinate projects and to communicate effectively.
• Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to discern colors and read diagrams/charts/maps/reference materials.
• Ability to work Monday-Friday, 8AM - 5PM with occasional flexible hours, overtime, and weekends.

Benefits

• 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.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Wellness and Exercise Leave.
• Career development programs/opportunities for advancement.

Pay

Salary range: $79,483 - $119,225 annually.

Schedule

Standard office hours for Commission employees are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our agency offers alternative schedules for employees, provided they do not adversely affect operations or service levels and standard hours of operation are maintained. The Commission may also offer telework in accordance with the agency's approved Telework Plan. Alternate work schedules may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.

Additional Information

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 alternative schedules for employees, provided they do not adversely affect operations or service levels and standard hours of operation are maintained. The Commission may also offer telework in accordance with the agency's approved Telework Plan. Alternate work schedules may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.