Pipeline Safety Compliance Specialist, Compliance

ONE Gas•Tulsa, OK

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About The Position

The Pipeline Safety Compliance Specialist plans, conducts, and documents Tier 1 and Tier 2 reviews of core pipeline safety programs. The role evaluates compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and operational procedures; identifies risks, control gaps, and opportunities for improvement; and works with business partners to develop corrective actions and improve program effectiveness. The specialist analyzes data, reviews records and processes, prepares audit reports, and communicates findings and recommendations to management. The position supports continuous improvement to promote regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and safe, reliable pipeline operations. The position may be based at any ONE Gas location in Oklahoma, Kansas, or Texas. It requires travel to company offices, facilities, and job sites, and includes mobility around office facilities and work sites.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, physical science, or a related field.
At least one year of relevant experience is required; the role typically calls for two to four years of relevant professional experience in addition to education.
Working knowledge of audit, compliance, operations, and/or regulatory environments.
Experience or training in interpersonal and communication skills, transmission or distribution pipeline operations, internal controls, internal audit techniques, report writing, and the energy industry.
Working knowledge of pipeline safety inspection and/or developing and executing audit programs, including researching, analyzing, and preparing audit documentation.
Limited experience managing projects.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional groups on long-term projects or programs.
Ability to read and interpret audit results, governmental regulations, policies and procedures, publications, manuals, contracts, and correspondence.
Knowledge of developing and presenting information to individuals and groups.
Experience using office equipment, computers, and applicable software.
Working knowledge of oil and gas industry terminology.
Ability to identify, research, evaluate, and prioritize problems or situations and coordinate appropriate action or response.
Experience interacting, advising, and communicating effectively.
Ability to read and write fluently in English.
Applicable driver's license.
Ability to travel to company offices, facilities, and job sites.
Mobility to travel in and around office facilities and job sites; ability to communicate and exchange information, conduct oral presentations, and perform job duties requiring sufficient visual ability.

Responsibilities

Analyze and evaluate compliance programs, procedures, and processes, including control room management, operator qualifications, drug and alcohol programs, integrity management plans, damage prevention, public awareness, and emergency response.
Execute fieldwork steps for assigned audits.
Identify gaps and work with program owners and operations to draft corrective actions.
Write audit reports with detailed findings and recommendations.
Provide information and assistance in responding to state and federal regulatory agency pipeline inquiries and notices.
Research and interpret state and federal Department of Transportation pipeline safety rules, and assess operational procedures and practices for compliance with regulatory and company requirements.
Interview employees throughout the company to identify and document risks and related controls.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Perform additional duties as assigned.