Primary Purpose
JOB DESCRIPTION
The position is an integral member of a Carbon Sequestration Team. The position will support regulatory workflows for the EPA, CARB, and state regulatory agencies. Experience with carbon sequestration regulatory workflows is a plus, but it is not a requirement. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience with permitting. In order to meet deadlines, the candidate may be expected to work non-traditional hours.
Responsibilities
Essential duties and responsibilities:
•Assists with the design, execution, and technical guidance on compliance monitoring programs for carbon sequestration projects. Monitoring programs include ground water monitoring, induced seismicity, air monitoring, etc.
•Engages and fosters relationships with regulatory agencies.
•Interacts and directs third-party service companies that are preparing Class VI, CARB, Subpart RR permits or applications and can provide oversight.
•Maintains a working knowledge of carbon sequestration injection permitting policies that are regulated through EPA, CARB, and state agencies and the differences/similarities between such agency’s protocols for carbon sequestration.
•Multitasks on several documents to meet deadlines.
•Possesses a creative mindset that is applied to permitting and regulatory processes.
•Possesses an interdisciplinary understanding of petrophysics, geology, simulation, drilling, and operations workflows that contribute to a carbon sequestration project.
•Manages quarterly compliance reports for regulatory agencies.
•Reads through and provide feedback on large regulatory documents such as Class VI permits.
•Researches and describes regulatory workflows and policies.
•Submits large regulatory documents such as Class VI permit applications to the GSDT site and manages submittal of sequential permit updates.
•Submits sundry notices, drilling permits, etc. to state regulatory agencies on behalf of project operations.
•Collaborate with a variety of people with tact, courtesy, and professionalism.
•Maintain regular, dependable attendance and a high level of performance.
•Maintain a high regard for personal safety, the safety of company assets and employees, and the general public.
•Other daily, weekly, monthly, or special projects may be assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements:
•Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
Education
•A Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Sciences, Engineering or a complimentary degree.
Experience/Specific Knowledge
•Advanced skill set in Microsoft Office and AdobePro.
•Experience with regulatory documentation including EPA, DOE, and state oil and gas regulatory divisions is a plus, but not required.
•Must have strong written and oral communication skills.
•Preferred working knowledge and can simulate aqueous geochemistry modeling through programs such as PHREEQC.
•Preferred working knowledge and can simulate groundwater modeling workflows.
•Preferred familiarity with environmental justice concerns and can generate an environmental justice analysis.
•Intermediate proficiency in MS Office applications that may include but are not limited to Excel, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Certifications, Licenses & Registrations
•Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).
Physical Demands
All the physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout the facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting to 25 lbs.
•Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.
•The employee is regularly required to use hands to type, touch, handle, or feel. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Working Conditions
•Will work non-traditional hours as needed.
•May be required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
•Candidates will be required to clear a drug screen and complete a background check, including a credit report for certain positions after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
Compensation
•The annual salary range for this position will be $160,000 - $180,000/yr.
Other Responsibilities
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.
About Us
Tallgrass was named one of the 2023 Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.
At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.
•Industry competitive pay
•Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
•401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
•Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
•Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
•Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
•Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
•Identity theft protection
•Annual discretionary bonus
•Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
•Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
•Company vehicle (if applicable)
•Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
•Networking and employee engagement events
•Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests
Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.
Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.
EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.
Lakewood, CO
Full-time
