The Railroad Commission of Texas is the 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. You can find more details about us on the Railroad Commission of Texas’ 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 holidays
• Telework options for eligible positions
• Flexible work schedules
• Retirement pension with match
• 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 advancement

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

General Description

The Railroad Commission of Texas, recognized as a worldwide leader in the regulation of oil and gas exploration, seeks an Applications Processor for the P-5 Financial Assurance Unit of the Oil and Gas Division. This role will review and process organization reports, and related forms; make updates to the Mainframe system; and answers high volume of phone calls. Work involves disseminating information, maintaining filing systems, and performing internal administrative support work. May train others. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position will offer a firsthand look at the oil and gas industry in Texas and the opportunity to learn the new technologies and processes being developed in the oil and gas industry.

Essential Job Duties

Receives and reviews license and permit applications, revisions, and renewals.

Inputs license and permit applications, payments, and required technical data into applications, databases, and systems.

Maintains records associated with license and permit applications, fee payments, and violations, and completes necessary forms to approve or deny licenses and permits.

Reviews, processes, and assists clients in completing official P-5 application forms, financial assurance documents, inactive well compliance filings and other related documentation.

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

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

Assists in answering, routing phone calls, taking messages, greeting and directing visitors to the appropriate staff.

May assist in administering fee programs related to activities completed under certain permits and authorizations.

Performs related work as assigned.

Position may require some travel.

State Classification #: 0170

State Classification Title: LICENSE AND PERMIT SPECIALIST I

Salary Group: B12
Military Occupational Specialty Codes (MOS):
Army – NA
Navy – Administration
Coast Guard - Administrative Support
Marine Corps – Manpower & Administrative
Air Force – Support Administration

Additional military crosswalk information may be accessed at http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AdministrativeSupport.pdf

Minimum Qualifications

Experience in customer service, clerical, administrative, or technical support work.

Graduation from a two-year college or equivalent is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

Valid Texas Driver's License and good driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of progressive experience in professional business practices and administrative procedures.

Knowledge of oil and gas operations and familiarity with Railroad Commission rules and regulations.

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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of office practices and administrative procedures.

Knowledge of professional protocol in dealing with the general public.

Skill in the use of standard office equipment and software.

Ability to implement administrative procedures; to interpret rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; to communicate effectively; and to train others

Working knowledge of basic/high-school level mathematics.

Excellent skills in written and verbal communication.

Skill in attention to detail and in providing accurate information.

Skill in operating standard office equipment.

Skill in organizing and indexing information.

Ability to accurately file, sort, retrieve, and research documents.

Ability to operate a computer, Windows-based software, and databases.

Ability to implement administrative procedures and processes and interpret rules, regulations, and policies.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Ability to work well under pressure and be flexible.

Ability to work effectively on a team or on independent assignments.

Ability to stoop, reach low and high, push and pull heavy file drawers and/or cart, and lift, carry and move up to 30 lbs.

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 it does not adversely affect operations and service levels, and standard hours of operation are maintained. The Commission may also offer telework based on the agency’s approved Telework Plan. Alternate work schedules and telework may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the CAPPS Recruit Prescreening Questionnaire to be considered for the posting. To complete the Prescreening Questionnaire, go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en

Remarks: There is one available position. Official transcripts, DD214 or DD1300, copies of license/certifications, or other minimum requirement validations will be requested at the time of the job offer.

THE RAILROAD COMMISSION OF TEXAS ONLY ACCEPTS ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR THIS POSTING. Résumés are not accepted in place of completed applications.

Due to the high volume of applications we do not accept telephone calls. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Notifications to candidates are sent electronically to the email address you provide.

The Railroad Commission of Texas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age
or disability in employment or in the provision of services.
The Railroad Commission of Texas is a tobacco-free workplace.