Regulatory Analyst

About the Company

W&T Offshore, Inc. (NYSE: WTI) is a thriving, independent oil and natural gas producer operating in the Gulf of America, the second-largest producing basin in the U.S. for nearly four decades.

The Regulatory Analyst reports to the Regulatory Manager and is responsible for supporting data collection and the preparation and submission of permit-related reports for drilling, workover, completion, and abandonment activities. This role also supports regulatory reporting for well, pipeline, facility, and production operations. The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a regulatory analyst working with state, federal, or DOT regulatory agencies.

• Prepare, file and monitor Federal/State Agency regulatory documents/permits related to new drill wells, re-completions, inactive wells, TA's and P&A's, for Federal OCS, Onshore/Offshore, Louisiana, Alabama and/or Texas.
• Interface between engineering, field personnel, regulatory agencies, and contractors to successfully obtain permits within deadlines set by Operations.
• Understand applicable rules and data for regulatory reporting, including identifying implementation timing, requirements, and processes needed.
• Maintain working relationship with regulatory agencies, as appropriate, including: BOEM, BSEE, TRRC, AOGB, APSC, PHMSA, LC&E and USCG.
• Communicate with regulatory agencies BSEE, BOEM, PHMSA, Coast Guard and State Agencies in updating status of permits and ensuring permits are filed accordingly.
• Assist Operations during government and third-party inspections/audits to provide necessary permits and other regulatory information as applicable.
• Assist operations staff with any regulatory emergencies due to operational needs and provide necessary permits to meet needs.
• Maintain pipeline compliance with DOT Agencies (Implement OQ, O&M, IMP, Class Location Studies, PAP, and assess field competencies regarding PAP, O&M, and OQ).
• Track permit expiration dates and manage permits to ensure information is filed appropriately and modified according to changing priorities.
• Review well activity reports for all open and closed wells and evaluate new permitting needs and report on current permitting status.
• Duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in science, technology or other applicable field of study preferred; minimum 5-7 years continuous progressive regulatory working experience in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 3+ years regulatory analyst experience required.

• Possess working knowledge of a variety of State, Federal or DOT regulations regarding regulatory reporting. The ideal candidate does not need all 3, however, State or DOT are preferred with the expectation of the development of familiarity with federal/state regulations.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions quickly with changing priorities.
• Proficiency in MS Office (i.e. Word, Excel, Access), E-Well, TIMS web and other related software.
• Determination of applicable rules and data for regulatory reporting, familiarity with agency regulations in the identification of agency timing, requirements and processes needed.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and/or issues.
• Strong attention to detail necessary to assure accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a proven ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and with external regulatory agencies.

• Successful job applicants will be able to perform these functions. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Report to the Corporate Office daily and adhere to schedule.
• Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer and/or electronic device.
• Ability to have face to face conversations with stakeholders, peers and executive management.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and move around work environment as needed.
• Comply with company policies and procedure.

W&T Offshore Inc. offers competitive total rewards including health & welfare benefits, 401k match, competitive pay and an annual bonus program (STI).

W&T Offshore is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. W&T Offshore does not offer sponsorship of employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions for this role.