Manager, Fuels Compliance

Position Summary

The Fuels Compliance Manager is responsible for Federal and state regulatory compliance related to motor fuels, including requirements of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) and other related regulations. The Fuels Compliance Manager serves as a regulatory expert working with internal and external resources, and Federal and state agencies to ensure compliance with environmental regulations impacting activities related to production, blending, and distribution of motor fuels, including renewable fuels.

The Fuels Compliance Manager is responsible for managing programs, company standards and procedures, and overall compliance assurance functions in accordance with Federal and state motor fuel regulations. Compliance assurance functions include performance of regulatory research, compliance program development, implementation and management, training program materials and management, and assessment of business unit processes for reporting and record‑keeping in conformance with regulations.

Performs reviews of data analytics, procedures, and regulatory reports to assure alignment with regulatory guidance. Leads discussions and determines where regulatory changes may impact operations. Communicates impacts of regulatory changes and educates business units of such changes. Develops LCFS pathway applications and maintains LCFS monitoring plan. Develops, updates, or revises work processes and procedures for all required functions of the position.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or related field required

• Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in a regulatory compliance or operations related role within the petroleum refining, renewable transportation fuel manufacturing or related industry. Experience in environmental engineering, process engineering or operations related to the production, transportation and management of motor fuels is a plus.
• Highly developed and effective organizational, interpersonal and written / verbal communication skills and professional assertiveness with ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• High level of critical‑thinking skills, analytical skills, and problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills related to large data sets.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and build key relationships that contribute to high‑class business results.
• Ability to effectively manage professional and industry consultants and contractors providing regulatory or assessment and auditing related services.
• Experience working with environmental regulations and regulators, analysis and compliance programs including preparing compliance reports for Federal and state agencies.
• Working knowledge of the transportation sector and knowledge of the process/production and sale of renewable fuels.
• Knowledge and experience with RFS, LCFS, and other regulatory compliance programs related to the production and sale of motor fuels a plus.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask, with keen attention to details and deadlines for deliverables.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite required; advanced use of Excel, Word and PowerPoint preferred.

• Efficient and effective completion of responsibilities and duties.
• Establish and maintain a high level of customer service with internal clients, including employees, supervisors, and management by providing quality and meaningful compliance support.
• Establish and maintain strong business relationships in the department and facilities.
• Manage state and Federal environmental regulatory compliance for petroleum and renewable fuel manufacturing.
• Integrate and develop multiple business processes to record, compile and report data and information to maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Maintain effective data management and reporting systems, and provide recommendations for continuous improvements for accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on motor fuel and RFS, LCFS and other fuel regulations as required.
• Compile monthly, quarterly, and annual fuels reports, including for RFS and LCFS, and…