RRC - Program Specialist V - Injection Well Program Specialist

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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.and#8239;You can find more details about us on the Railroad Commission of Texasand#8217; 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 and#8211; 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 advancementand#8239; 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 DescriptionThe 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, federal grant and public outreach work in the Special Injection Permits (SIP) Unit in the Oil and Gas Division. The SIP Unit will implement and manage the Underground Injection Control (UIC) program and associated federal grant for injection well UIC Classes III, V and VI relating to brine mining, geothermal, lithium, and geologic storage of CO2. Major responsibilities include receiving and performing administrative review of injection well permit applications and reports, grant management, including some technical reporting, assist with monitoring and reporting compliance for SIP permits, and communicating with customers, staff and the public about the program. May perform reviews related to environmental justice. May assist the SIP Manager in several tasks, including managing budget and coordinating training and travel for the unit. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The position will work directly for the SIP Manager. Essential Job FunctionsPerforms an array of technical, training, research, planning, policy, program assessment, and administrative activities for assigned program(s).

Coordinates and collaborates with program staff in program planning, development, implementation, analysis, and documentation of agency program(s).

Coordinates and conducts reviews to determine compliance with certification requirements, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

May provide advice and counsel by interpreting policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and standards related to the program.

Performs outreach to community and professional groups to enhance understanding of the program(s).

Monitors required performance reports and recommends appropriate changes. Monitors, reviews, and evaluates compliance with program policies and procedures, statutes, and rules for assigned program.

Reviews and evaluates information on service delivery system methods, outputs, activities, and trends to identify gaps in resources and recommends and implements improvements to resolve technical problems.

Analyzes legis ation to develop recommendations for policy in programmatic issues relating to the implementation, improvement, and/or expansion or reduction of program funding. Studies and analyzes operations and problems, prepares reports of findings and recommendations, and prepares justifications for the implementation of procedural or policy changes.

Collects, organizes, analyzes, and/or prepares materials in response to requests for program information and reports.

Assists in developing program procedures, standards, and manuals in accordance with program objectives and goals.

May prepare and evaluate program budget requests

Receives and reviews injection well permit applications and amendments.

Scans paper applications and other documents and formats electronic documents for processing.

Inputs permit applications, payments, and required technical data for permits into appropriate computer applications, databases, and systems.

Inspects the work of applicants for compliance with rules and regulations, including environmental justice and limited-english proficiency analysis and requirements.

Maintains records associated with permit applications, fee payments, and violations.

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 approving applications for permits based on state regulations, administrative codes, and agency policies and procedures.

Assists in preparing notices, correspondence, memos, and reports related to permit activities and compliance.

Assists in monitoring permit application processing.

May assist with planning work projects.

May train others.

Performs related work as assigned.For Military Crosswalk information, please visit: https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_ProgramManagement.pdf

Qualifications: Minimum Qualificationsand#8226;Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a relevant field.and#8226;Five (5) years of program administration and clerical experience.and#8226;Valid Texas Driverand#8217;s license and a good driving record.and#8226;Experience and education may be substituted, on a year-for-year basis.Preferred QualificationsExperience reviewing documents for completeness and regulatory compliance.

Knowledge of injection wells.

Knowledge of environmental and regulatory functions.

Experience administering a federal grant.

Experience performing public outreach.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesKnowledge 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.

Skill in communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to work independently and on a team.

Ability to maintain professional appearance and demeanor.

Ability to discern colors and read diagrams/charts/maps/reference materials.

Ability to work Monday-Friday, 8AM and#8211; 5PM with occasional flexible hours, overtime, and weekends.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