Permitting Specialist

Regulatory Permitting Specialist

Ensures compliance with permitting and environmental regulatory requirements for upstream operations. Responsible for preparing, submitting, and tracking regulatory permit applications, managing deadlines, and coordinating with internal teams and external agencies to ensure timely approvals. Supports the development of permitting strategies, maintains accurate permit records, and monitors regulatory changes that impact permitting requirements. Collaborates with operations, environmental, and legal teams to ensure alignment with applicable federal, state, and local permitting standards. This position reports to the Regulatory Manager and is located in downtown Houston, TX. Hybrid work schedule is an option for remote work on Mondays and Fridays. Level and salary commensurate with experience.

Essential Job Functions :

• Reviews and applies understanding of laws, regulations, and industry standards relevant to upstream oil and gas operations
• Ensure the organization is compliant with legislation and regulations pertinent to upstream oil and gas operations
• Participates in assigned projects and initiatives, demonstrating initiative and enthusiasm for regulatory work
• Builds foundational knowledge of regulatory practices and the company's structure and objectives
• Uses training and internal knowledge to analyze data and recommend basic regulatory solutions
• Schedules & completes projects under guidance, ensuring alignment with operational goals
• Collaborates with team members to seek guidance & strengthen communication skills
• Begins connecting operational & economic impact to regulatory process improvements
• Supports compliance across the company and regional initiatives
• Takes direction, asks clarifying questions, and prepares clear written & verbal analysis
• Begins to develop an understanding of the data needed to complete common permits (APDs, sundries, renewals, spud notifications), and assist with data entry
• Collaborates with outside departments to maintain and update regulatory information in relevant databases
• Monitors regulatory deadlines, including hearings and permit expirations
• Obtain all permits to ensure state and federal compliance as directed
• Provides instruction to operations teams on regulations and permitted activities
• Other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

EEO Statement :

Chord Energy does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.