What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fuels Regulatory Specialist position at Valero?
Valero is the best-in-class producer of essential fuels and products that are foundational to modern life. We invite you to join our ~10,000 employees to drive exceptional results for our company, the energy industry and our community.
As a Fuels Regulatory Specialist you will support compliance with federal, state, and international fuels regulations by preparing regulatory reports, advising business stakeholders, and enhancing corporate compliance programs. This role serves as a subject matter expert (SME) on fuels compliance and contributes to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Valero’s Low Carbon Assurance Program (LCAP).
This position works independently on complex regulatory matters and collaborates across functions to ensure accurate, timely, and effective compliance execution.
This role is critical to maintaining compliance in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. The Fuels Regulatory Specialist plays a key role in protecting operational integrity, minimizing risk, and advancing strategic compliance initiatives.
At Valero, We Are Committed To Advancing The Future Of Energy Through Innovation, Ingenuity And Unmatched Execution. You Can Help Achieve This Goal If You Can
Regulatory Reporting & Compliance
Job
Legal/Governmental Affairs
Primary Location:
US-TX-San Antonio
Job Posting
Jun 4, 2026, 1:01:15 PM
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Minimum Requirements
Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:
All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero’s policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery. Please review eligibility criteria at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic .
Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Valero's employees and team-focused culture drive our success. We’re invested in our dedicated workforce through a comprehensive, customizable benefits package, while supporting a caring culture that delivers a rewarding work environment built on teamwork, excellence and career growth. To explore the ways we build a stronger team, visit Valero.com/Careers .
Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero. Valero’s market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.
As a Fuels Regulatory Specialist you will support compliance with federal, state, and international fuels regulations by preparing regulatory reports, advising business stakeholders, and enhancing corporate compliance programs. This role serves as a subject matter expert (SME) on fuels compliance and contributes to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Valero’s Low Carbon Assurance Program (LCAP).
This position works independently on complex regulatory matters and collaborates across functions to ensure accurate, timely, and effective compliance execution.
This role is critical to maintaining compliance in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. The Fuels Regulatory Specialist plays a key role in protecting operational integrity, minimizing risk, and advancing strategic compliance initiatives.
At Valero, We Are Committed To Advancing The Future Of Energy Through Innovation, Ingenuity And Unmatched Execution. You Can Help Achieve This Goal If You Can
Regulatory Reporting & Compliance
- Prepare and submit internal and external fuels compliance reports and registration requests for traditional and low-carbon fuels.
- Maintain accurate records in accordance with federal, state, and international regulatory requirements.
- Perform calculations related to fuel pathways, carbon intensities, and compliance metrics.
- Ensure timely and accurate submission of all required regulatory filings.
- Provide regulatory guidance to business units and management on fuels compliance requirements and procedures.
- Interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into actionable business practices.
- Coordinate cross-functional issues involving multiple regulations, programs, or stakeholders.
- Support the development, implementation, and enhancement of fuels compliance systems, including FCS and PTD systems.
- Collaborate with IT and internal SMEs to improve system functionality, reporting capabilities, and data integrity.
- Assist in the development and delivery of corporate fuels compliance training programs.
- Coordinate and support compliance assessments, audits, and attestations, including resolution of findings and corrective actions.
- Monitor regulatory developments and maintain up-to-date knowledge of existing and proposed fuels regulations.
- Contribute to regulatory comment development, evaluating potential business impacts.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and enhance compliance program effectiveness.
- Participate in Fuels Compliance Leaders’ Network and/or LCAP Network and present materials as needed.
- Lead or support special projects aligned with evolving business and regulatory needs.
- Coordinate efforts with internal teams and external vendors/customers as required .
Job
Legal/Governmental Affairs
Primary Location:
US-TX-San Antonio
Job Posting
Jun 4, 2026, 1:01:15 PM
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Environmental Science or related field required.
- 5 years of experience in fuels compliance or related field required.
- Able and willing to work on-site, in-person at the Valero San Antonio location, required.
- 5 years of ethanol and/or renewable diesel industry experience.
- Knowledge of low carbon regulations including EPA RFS, California LCFS, Oregon CFP, Washington CFS, New Mexico CTFP, Canadian CFR, and ISCC.
- Language skills (specifically, French, German, or Spanish).
- Knowledge of yield accounting practices and principles.
- Familiarity with SAP/Advisor/TSW systems.
- Familiarity with EPA CDX, California LRT, and other agency reporting platforms
Need more reasons to work for a company that is both professionally challenging and culturally rewarding? Take a look at some of our best-in-class benefits:
- Competitive Pay and Annual Bonus Program
- 100% match on 401(K) up to 7%, with immediate vesting
- Company-sponsored Pension Plan
- Comprehensive Healthcare and Wellness Programs
- Onsite Daycare Center
- Onsite Employee and Family Wellness Centers (Physician & Pediatrician)
- Onsite Pharmacy
- State-of-the-art 24-hour Fitness Center free for employees and spouses with access to Tennis and Basketball Facilities
- Onsite cafeteria open for breakfast and lunch
- Sprawling campus with walking paths and access to biking trails
All successful candidates must be eligible to obtain a TWIC card (Transportation Worker Identification Credential). It is Valero’s policy that employees must wear this card at all times while working at the refinery. Please review eligibility criteria at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic .
Position level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Valero's employees and team-focused culture drive our success. We’re invested in our dedicated workforce through a comprehensive, customizable benefits package, while supporting a caring culture that delivers a rewarding work environment built on teamwork, excellence and career growth. To explore the ways we build a stronger team, visit Valero.com/Careers .
Valero is an EEO Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, including race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Please be advised, if you are viewing this position on a website that lists an estimated salary rate/range, it was not provided by Valero. Valero’s market specific salary rate/range will be provided during the recruiting process and tends to be higher than what is estimated by such websites.