Regulatory Compliance Specialist - Midstream

Infinity Natural Resources (NYSE: INR), is an oil and gas exploration and production company deeply rooted in the Appalachian Basin. Headquartered in Morgantown, WV, we are committed to responsible energy development, operational excellence, and strong environmental stewardship across our growing operations in Ohio and Pennsylvania. We pride ourselves on a collaborative work environment, a team dedicated to innovation and safety, and our strong connection to the Appalachian Basin, the region we proudly call home and operate within.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a senior-level Regulatory Compliance Specialist with advanced technical expertise and strong leadership to oversee complex compliance activities across our midstream operations. This senior role serves as a primary liaison with federal and state regulatory agencies, leads high-level inspections and audits, and provides critical mentorship to junior compliance staff. Based in our Morgantown, WV office, this position requires a blend of strategic office management and field-based oversight across Ohio and Pennsylvania.

Location

This role is a hybrid position based out of our office in Morgantown, WV. You'll be expected to work in the office three days a week with occasional travel to remote field locations or well sites as needed.

What You Will Be Doing

As a senior specialist, you will lead our commitment to environmental best practices and ensure all midstream operations meet stringent standards. Your responsibilities include:

• Agency Liaison & Leadership: Serve as the primary point of contact for federal and state agencies, such as the Ohio EPA and PA DEP, and lead responses to regulatory inquiries or enforcement actions.
• Advanced Auditing: Lead complex site inspections and compliance audits at pipeline facilities and well pads to ensure total air, water, and waste compliance.
• Regulatory Strategy: Interpret complex regulatory changes and advise leadership on necessary operational adjustments and company-wide policy developments.
• Reporting Oversight: Manage and track high-level regulatory filings and reporting requirements for NPDES, spills, and hazardous waste.
• Mentorship & Training: Mentor and train Regulatory Compliance Specialist I and II staff, while developing comprehensive training materials for field employees.
• Incident Management: Lead incident investigations and remediation coordination, collaborating with internal teams to develop and execute corrective action plans.
• Technical Consulting: Provide expert technical guidance on SPCC/PPC plans, erosion and sediment controls, and project readiness to various operations teams.

Your Background:

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field; 8 years of direct experience will be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Experience: 6+ years of progressive regulatory compliance experience, with at least 4 years specifically in the oil and gas industry.
• Midstream Expertise: Strong experience with natural gas pipeline regulation and coordination is highly preferred.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and local oil and gas environmental regulations and permitting processes.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to mentor staff and lead company-wide compliance strategies.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal skills necessary for interacting with government agencies, company leadership, and contractors.
• Field Readiness: Comfort with up to 30% travel to field locations.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record in accordance with company policy.

Working Conditions

• Must be willing and able to work in varying weather conditions and rough field terrain as needed.

Physical Requirements

• See, hear, talk and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity and visual acuity; kneel, sit, stand, walk, crouch, stoop, reach, pull, push and other similar, repetitive tasks requiring physical activity.
• Able to operate standard office/computer equipment.
• Must be able to perform physical work - exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Infinity Natural Resources is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at humanresources@infinitynr.com.