Regulatory Analyst

Ronald E. Smelley

*** **** ****** ** **********, Texas 77316

713-***-**** (C)

*********@********.***

Oil & Gas/Engineering Assistant

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Individual is a loyal and experienced Oil and Gas/Engineering Professional with extensive knowledge in production operations, budget preparation and regulatory compliance. Elicits the cooperation of supervisors and teammates to collect and analyze engineering/geological data, design installations/workovers/recompletions, monitor operator cleanups, conduct inspections, and identify/evaluate oilfield sites for environmental cleanups. Carries a proven history of exceeding objectives, succeeding with increased responsibilities, remaining compliant with company policies/procedures, and delivering quality projects within scheduled deadlines. Veteran: United States Air Force.

Key Strengths:

Reviews/Monitors Cleanups Directs Inspections Plans Field Logistics Problem Solving

Petroleum General Knowledge Gathers/Analyzes Data Regulatory Compliance Investigates Complaints

Plans Well & Lease Work Manages Projects Leads/Mentors Teammates Installation Design

Collaborates with Colleagues Time/Task Management Strategic Planning Adheres to Standards

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Talisman Energy USA Inc., The Woodlands, TX (December 2011-February 2016)

Regulatory Analyst (12/11-02/16)

Responsible for filing of all required forms necessary for the regulation of drilling, producing, and completing wells.

Monitors agencies and petroleum industry organizations for proposed changes in governmental regulations and

Communicates to interested parties within the company.

Prepares and submits required forms and permits for onshore drilling and production (primarily Eagle Ford Shale).

Interfaces with Governmental agencies

Provides research on regulatory issues

Analyzes and communicates to interested parties any changes to governmental regulations.

Prepares and submits T-4s (Pipeline Permit Application) and T-4Cs annually or as necessary.

Prepares and submits requests for sour gas pipelines construction permits.

Prepares and submits annual PHMSA Reports for gas and liquids pipelines (PHMSA Forms F7100.1-1 & 2.1)

Prepares and submits requests for an exception to SWR 32 (Flare Permits)

Prepares and submits requests for commingle permits (SWR 17)

Reviews annual bradenhead pressures and prepares analysis and recommendations to Management

Other miscellaneous research and filings with regulatory agencies as required.

Railroad Commission of Texas, Houston, TX (January 2000-December 2011)

District Director (2/11-12/11)

Responsible for the overall district operations of RRC District 03 in Houston. Interpretation of the RRC rules and regulations as they apply to various operations, violations and circumstances within the District.

Attending/conducting meetings with operators, other regulatory agencies, industry groups as required.

Coordinating with other RRC districts and Austin Field Operations to ensure most efficient and effective operation of the District.

Assistant District Director (8/09-2/11)

Managed the technical, field, and administrative operations of district Engineering Specialists, Field Technicians, and Office Administrative Personnel.

Supervised and trained all technical staff, field personnel, and office personnel in the enforcement of Railroad Commission of Texas rules and regulations.

Directed overall district operations in the absence of the District Director.

Engineering Assistant IV (12/05-8/09)

Led area field and office operations relating to the enforcement of the Railroad Commission of Texas rules and regulations for drilling, production, and transportation of both crude oil and natural gas.

Inspected sites, conducted surveys, and collected/analyzed engineering and geological data in compliance with company standards/guidelines.

Responded to emergency situations and investigated complaints with diplomacy and urgency for successful resolutions.

Conducted training sessions with commission employees and industry representatives.

Engineering Assistant I/Project Manager (6/00-12/05)

Instituted the response of state-managed oil spill cleanup activities for the district.

Conducted oversight of state managed oilfield cleanups.

Reviewed and monitored operator cleanups.

Conducted inspections and environmental audits to ensure compliance with the Railroad Commission pollution prevention guidelines.

Identified, inspected, and assessed abandoned oilfield sites.

Collected, preserved, and documented surface and subsurface soil and ground water samples.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Petroleum Engineering

Louisiana Tech University

Ruston, LA

REFERENCES

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