Environmental Specialist II, III, IV

Williams; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Williams in Houston seeks an Environmental Specialist to apply expertise in air, water, and waste management to support regulatory compliance, risk management, permitting, and operational excellence.

You will develop policies, assess risks, prepare permits, lead projects, and mentor junior staff as you advance to higher levels. This role offers growth within a Fortune 500 energy company and a broad benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years environmental experience for Specialist II; 4+ years for Specialist III; 8+ years for Specialist IV.
• Preferred experience with environmental permitting, compliance auditing, and regulatory reporting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and guide environmental policies, processes, and compliance programs.
• Assess risks and support implementation of solutions, including regulatory documentation.
• Prepare permits, renewals, and variances, coordinating with internal stakeholders.
• Lead or support environmental projects, including planning, cost estimating, and reporting.
• Prepare compliance reports, inventories, and environmental plans.
• Provide technical guidance and training on regulations to personnel.

Skills

Enviro compliance

Air/water/waste mgmt

Policy development

Regulatory guidance

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At Williams, we’re powering a cleaner, more connected future, and that starts with you. Here, your work fuels communities, drives innovation, and helps deliver reliable energy the world depends on. Join a Fortune 500 team that invests in your growth, values your contributions, and challenges you to make a lasting impact every day. As an Environmental Specialist, you will apply technical expertise in air, water, and/or waste management to support environmental compliance, risk management, permitting, and operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to grow from handling straightforward environmental matters to leading complex programs and projects, depending on experience and level.

Responsibilities/Expectations

• Develop, maintain, and provide guidance on environmental policies, processes, compliance programs, and environmental management practices.
• Assess environmental risks, recommend corrective actions, and support implementation of approved solutions, including preparation of required regulatory documentation.
• Prepare and submit environmental permits, renewals, approvals, variances, and other regulatory authorizations, coordinating with internal stakeholders as needed.
• Support or lead environmental projects, including planning, scheduling, cost estimating, impact assessments, execution, and reporting.
• Prepare compliance reports, certifications, environmental plans, inventories, and other supporting documentation.
• Research and interpret federal, state, and local environmental regulations and provide technical guidance and training to company personnel.
• Perform or support environmental compliance audits, due diligence investigations, remediation activities, and improvements to environmental systems and practices related to air, water, waste, and remediation management.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with regulatory agencies and other stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide less experienced personnel at the Environmental Specialist IV level.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Education Environmental Specialist II, III, and IV: Bachelor's degree.
• Experience Environmental Specialist II: Minimum of two (2) years of environmental experience.
• Environmental Specialist III: Minimum of four (4) years of environmental experience.
• Environmental Specialist IV: Minimum of eight (8) years of environmental experience.
• Preferred experience with environmental permitting, compliance auditing, and regulatory reporting.
• Preferred knowledge of air quality, water quality, waste management, remediation, or related environmental programs.
• Preferred experience working with federal, state, or local regulatory agencies.

Other Requirements

• Demonstrated commitment to safety as a core value.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and standard PC software.
• #LI-AB1

Why Houston?

Big career opportunities in one of the world’s energy capitals, endless food spots and a diverse vibe—all without paying NYC or LA prices. Work hard, live better.

We invest in our people in ways that actually show up in your day-to-day, not just on paper.

Our Total Rewards are built to support how you work, live, and plan for what’s next.

Here’s a look at what that means:

• Strong pay plus an annual incentive program
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way around
• 401(k) with company match and an annual company contribution
• Paid time off, including company and floating holidays
• Paid parental leave (up to six weeks per parent), plus fertility and adoption support
• Advanced AI tools and resources to help level up and work smarter
• Clear paths to grow your career, with a strong culture of promoting from within
• Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education
• HSA and FSA options
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Domestic partner benefits
• Employee resource groups, wellness support, paid volunteer time, and company matching for causes you care about

Eligibility and benefits are governed by the terms of the applicable plan or program document which can be amended or terminated at any time.

For more information, please visit Total Rewards | Williams Companies.

Williams is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected under applicable discrimination law.

Education Requirements: Skill Requirements:

Why Williams?

Looking to apply your passion and skills to the innovative and vital work that helps fuel the clean energy economy? As the world demands reliable, low-cost, low-carbon energy, Williams will be there. We currently handle one third of the natural gas in the United States that is used every day to heat homes, cook food and generate electricity. We don’t offer jobs; we offer career opportunities that include:

• Competitive compensation and inclusive benefits
• Growth and development opportunities
• An inclusive culture where you can be yourself
• Opportunities to get involved in the community where you work and live

We’re proud of our innovative people who want to make the world a better place and invite you to explore how you can help us make clean energy happen.