Hilcorp

25-540.B - Environmental Specialist

Houston, TX

full time

On-site

Oil and Gas

About This Job

Ensure oil and gas operations obtain required USACE/OCM, BLM, etc. permit authorizations. Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to efficiently manage the permitting process. Evaluate project activities for environmental and regulatory impacts including wildlife, air, water, and waste issues. Helps develop and promote environmental management systems, policies, procedures, and programs. Promotes Environmental Stewardship throughout the company.

Essential Job Responsibilities

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Obtains environmental permits that require resource agency authorization, specifically related to surface use, wetlands, and coastal management areas, e.g., maintenance activities, dredging, drilling structures, P&A, and pipeline installation.

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Works collaboratively with multiple asset teams to the proper information is gathered for the permitting process.

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Works with local, state, and federal agencies to satisfy regulatory requirements and respond to requests for information as part of the project permitting process.

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Monitors new and changing regulations for relevance and completes applicability determinations as necessary.

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Assists in maintaining the company’s environmental files and programs and accurately tracks compliance obligations driven by permit stipulations.

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Assists EHS department with all mitigation and environmental compensation programs and planning.

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Participates in weekly meetings with asset teams as part of proactive permitting process.

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Organize meetings with local, state, and federal resource agencies to present work activity plans on a quarterly to yearly basis.

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Compiles reports required by local resource agencies, in addition to preparing other permit-related reports and as-builts on an ad hoc basis.

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Oversees consultant support and financial management for project-associated costs.

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Assists with, and participates in, the company’s emergency response situations and spill management program.

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Adheres to the company’s values – integrity, ownership, urgency, alignment, and innovation.

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Supports company vision and mission.

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Adheres to established work schedule, attendance standards and is punctual to work and meetings.

Other Job Responsibilities

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Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional associations.

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Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results, as needed.

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Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

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Five (5+) years minimum regulatory and environmental oil and gas experience.

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Experience conducting environmental surveys (i.e., wetlands, T&E), permitting, and field implementation for various projects

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Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental laws (CWA, ESA, NEPA, etc.)

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Experience with Section 404/408 permitting. Preferred experience in Louisiana and the Gulf Coast, but not required.

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Ability to accurately solve problems and exceptional proficiency in data management.

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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials, and the public.

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Ability to complete multiple, diverse tasks of differing priorities.

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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with specific ability to translate complex information into an organized and presentable manner.

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Outstanding administrative and organizational skills.

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Proficiency in the use and application of the following software:

Preferred: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook).

Education Requirements

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Required: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year university or college

Preferred: Degree Specialization in Biology, Environmental Sciences or related field

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