GLO - Program Specialist VI (Scheduler)

The Texas General Land Office is seeking a Program Specialist VI ( Scheduler ) within the Energy Resources Department of the agency.

Performs highly advanced (senior-level) consultative services and technical assistance work. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees at this level may: Plan and prioritize a variety of technical, training, research, planning, policy, program assessment, and administrative activities for assigned program(s), including overseeing the delivery of services; and create efficiencies where opportunities occur. Complete and monitor required administrative and performance reports, studies, and specialized projects; and recommend appropriate changes to programs. Speak to community and professional groups to coordinate, improve, and stimulate interest in the program(s) and to secure support for program(s). Identify the need for new programs and provide guidance to staff in the development and integration of new methods and procedures. Identify and prioritize business needs, ensuring alignment with agency goals. Develop and implement effective techniques for evaluating agency programs.

Our Mission
The Texas General Land Office primarily serves the schoolchildren, veterans, and the environment of Texas. The agency does so by preserving our history, maximizing state revenue through innovative administration, and through the prudent stewardship of state lands and natural resources.

What Your Contributions To The GLO Will Be

• Scheduling - Performs accurate scheduling of gas on a continuous basis for the delivery of gas services. Provides support to customers to adjust scheduled volumes in response to actual consumption observed throughout the month based on measured volumes and adjusts accordingly for efficiencies. Requires the periodic purchasing and selling of gas to balance the system requirements as changes are received to avoid imbalance penalties and limit cash-out exposure. Includes purchasing 3rd party gas by month or for term to meet demand for index or fixed priced deals.
• Transportation & Efficiency - Works with portfolio manager to analyze and secure most economical supply source. Research utility and pipeline tariffs to interpret scheduling rules, tariffs, penalties, and operating parameters. Analyze pipeline transportation rates and determine most economical supply route. Responsible for loading transportation rates into Quorum.
• Deal Documentation - Assists and collaborates with the Operations Manager to keep accurate records of marketing deals, confirmations, and gas/oil pricing contracts. Documents activities in Quorum. Substantiates and executes financial hedging deals. Produces weekly and monthly performance reports to comply with administrative requirements. Identifies any actions from stakeholders that are needed for completion and recommends appropriate action.
• Gas Management Software - Analyzes the Quorum software as it pertains to SEMP and maximizes its potential to fully utilize the system to accurately reflect, track, and calculate SEMP activities.
• Customer Services - Ensures excellent customer service level and educates customer regarding imbalance provisions to minimize and mitigate their exposure to imbalance pricing.

Software Training & Development - Develops and maintains a working knowledge of computer software: MS Office Suite, Quorum, DocuShare, MIP. Attends formal and informal training classes and obtain the necessary mandatory training hours. Identifies and attains individual training needs.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business or related field.
• Four (4) years of experience in oil and gas, utilities, purchasing or field related to the agency program.
• Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

Physical Requirements
This position requires the employee to primarily perform sedentary office work; however, mobility (moving around the worksite) is routinely required to carry out some duties. This position requires extensive computer, telephone and client/ customer contact and communication. It requires the ability to move and position oneself as needed for filing and similar routine office duties. The job also requires normal cognitive abilities requiring the ability to learn, recall, and apply certain practices and policies. It requires the stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions. Ability to read printed materials and computer screens. The individual must be able to move and transport records, documents, boxes, and all related information and materials, weighing up to 20 pounds when required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Quorum Software is preferred.

Compensation And Benefits

• Free Parking
• Defined Retirement Benefit Plan Optional 401(k) and 457 accounts
• Medical Insurance - State pays 100% of the health plan premium for eligible full-time employees and 50% of the premium for their eligible dependents. The State pays 50% of the eligible part-time employees' premium and 25% for eligible dependents.
• Optional Benefits such as dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Minimum of 96+ Hours of Annual Leave a year **Annual leave increases with length of service.
• Professional Development Opportunities: The GLO offers numerous courses to help our employees grow using resources through LinkedIn Learning and our EAP provider.

Veterans
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How To Apply

• To be considered, please complete a State of Texas Application for Employment and apply online at or in the CAPPS Career Section .
• You may apply for the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work in Texas and the CAPPS Career Section.
• Applications must be fully completed with a detailed job history, including job title, employment dates, employer name, supervisor's name and phone number, and a summary of responsibilities. Incomplete applications may lead to disqualification. Please be aware that resumes will not be accepted in place of a completed application.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• A position utilizing this classification will be designated as security sensitive according to the Texas Labor Code, Section
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.