Senior Specialist DOT Compliance

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Anderson, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer partners with Federal and State regulatory agencies to ensure compliance for its natural gas and hazardous liquid pipelines. The role acts as liaison, coordinates audits, and communicates regulatory requirements across management levels.

The position requires experience with pipeline regulations, strong liaison skills, and the ability to interpret and train others on applicable rules. Field and travel expectations may apply as part of compliance activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Experience working with Federal and State regulatory agencies preferred.
• Familiarity with pipeline regulations is a plus.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide liaison between Energy Transfer and Federal & State Regulators for pipelines.
• Coordinate preparation for regulatory audits and respond to inquiries.
• Interact with internal staff, customers, and agency personnel to meet regulatory requirements.
• Summarize regulations and provide internal guidance to teams.
• Perform internal pipeline safety compliance reviews.
• Represent Energy Transfer in Industry Organizations when needed.
• Communicate regulatory activities with ET Management.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal/state pipeline safety rules.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Regulatory liaison

Audits & inspections

Training

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

SharePoint

Job description

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits,401(k) match with additional profit sharing,PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning 11,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary:
Act as the company's representative with outside regulatory agencies to address any concerns during audits / inspections, and interface with company personnel at all levels of management within the various groups to obtain responses to either verbal or written regulatory requests .
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide liaison between Energy Transfer and various Federal & State Regulatory Agencies with jurisdiction over the company’s natural gas and hazardous liquid pipeline facilities and operations.
• Coordinate and facilitate preparation for Federal and State regulatory compliance audits and is a point of contact for inquiries, issues, and audits related to regulations.
• Extensive interaction with internal staff, customers and agency personnel. Includes effective communication with regulatory agency personnel, customers and internal departments to complete regulatory requirements while developing and maintaining positive relationships.
• Progressive development and a comprehensive understanding of regulations impacting the company, and the ability to summarize and provide internal guidance of such regulations.
• Perform internal pipeline safety compliance reviews
• Potentially represent Energy Transfer within Industry Organizations
• Interface with ET Management, as needed, concerning Regulatory Activities
• Maintain a proficient knowledge of current federal and state pipeline safety regulations.
• Interpret regulations and provide training to company personnel to ensure compliance with all applicable requirements.
• Develop and assist in maintaining Company Standard Operating Procedures and other enterprise Compliance programs including Odorization, Critical Infrastructure and Pre-inspection/Internal Audit documentation application.

Requirements:

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• Prior experience within the pipeline and energy industry
• Working knowledge of 49 CFR 191, 192, 194, 195 and 199 and standards incorporated by reference (API, ASME, MSS, ASTM, NFPA, NACE)
• Experience working with Federal and State regulatory agencies
• Knowledge of SharePoint
  

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:

• The Specialist level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 2-5 years of relevant job related experience
• The Senior Specialist/Analyst level requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and 5-8 years of relevant job related experience

Working Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Will be required to go into the field which could consist of bending, climbing, and prolonged periods of walking.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional visits to operational facilities, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER: The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.
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If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation forany part of the application process, please contact the EEO Coordinator at 713-989-2247.This number is for reasonable accommodation requests only.