Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Job Summary

Responsible for state and federal operational permitting, compliance reporting and various other regulatory filing requirements with multiple governmental agencies. Coordinates with operational teams to ensure full compliance with governmental rules/regulations. Provides regulatory compliance support to other teams both individually and within a team/multi-team meeting environment. Updates data management software for tracking and reporting.

Performs a range of routine to semi-complex work assignments. Acts as the regulatory compliance liaison for multiple operational teams. Established knowledge of rules and regulations within the area of specialization. Exercises judgment within defined guidelines to solve moderately complex regulatory issues while seeking assistance in resolving more complex issues. Works under a moderate level of supervision but is expected to make routine decisions with little to no supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares and enters data online or in paper form for filing of various regulatory documents including drilling permit applications, sundry notices, and completion reports.

• Coordinates with other company departments to gather needed information for regulatory filings and compliance notifications.

• Develops Excel routers for automation of regulatory filings.

• Creates and updates OneNote trackers and agendas.

• Updates necessary databases for tracking submittals, approvals, and regulatory deadlines

• Reviews and interprets well location plats for regulatory filings and compliance.

• Researches, documents and stays current regarding regulatory policies and rules

• Engages in regulatory discussions with asset teams

• Provides weekly regulatory updates in team meetings

• Personal commitment to inclusion and diversity

• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication skills, both written and oral

• Proficient computer skills including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products

• Proven team player with the ability to be flexible and multi-task

• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks, taking initiative to accomplish goals in an efficient manner while meeting strict regulatory deadlines

• Strong initiative skills to guide others in regulatory policies, rules, and deadlines to provide the needed data accurately and in a timely manner

• Outside the box thinker who consistently looks for efficiencies

• Ability to work closely with others but also independently with little supervision

• Knowledge of oil and gas governmental regulations

• Experience in state oil and gas land concepts including spacing, unit, location exception, and commingling orders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

• Ability to travel around 5%.

• Valid driver's license with a good driving record

• An acceptable pre-employment background and drug test.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Math, Business, or Science from an accredited college or university

• 2+ years of experience related to state or federal regulatory oil and gas filings with the Railroad Commission of Texas

• Experience reading and interpreting pooling/spacing orders and Texas field rules

• Willing to travel to meet with governmental agencies and/or field personnel

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Requires prolonged sitting, some bending, and stooping.

• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Continental Resources, Inc. provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Continental is successful because we challenge our employees to be innovative and creative. We provide our employees with the necessary tools to be successful, and we reward them for their hard work. If you want to work in an environment that encourages teamwork and putting your ideas into action, consider joining Continental Resources.

Continental Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer.