Description

CITGO Petroleum Corporation is a recognized leader in the refining industry and operates under the well-known CITGO brand. CITGO owns and operates three refineries located in Lake Charles, LA.; Lemont, IL.; and Corpus Christi, TX, and wholly and/or jointly owns 38 active terminals, six pipelines and three lubricants blending and packaging plants. With approximately 3,300 employees and a combined crude capacity of approximately 807,000 barrels-per-day (bpd), positions CITGO as one of the best-branded supplier companies in the industry.

At CITGO our people are our most important resource. Our core values are Safety, Integrity, Respect, Accountability, and Care.

Job Summary

The Emergency Planning and Response Manager maintains and implements the emergency management preparedness and response programs at the Lake Charles Refinery. This includes assuring the readiness of the Lake Charles Refinery Emergency Response Team (ERT), Emergency Management Organizations, and emergency response equipment to respond to and safely manage all types of emergencies that could occur in the refinery in a cost-effective manner that protects facility assets, the employees and the local communities. This position interacts with city, state, and federal agencies to facilitate good working relationships and open lines of communications.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field plus ten (10) years of experience in Emergency Planning/Response equivalent experience; OR Associate's Degree plus 12, or High school plus 14 in lieu of degree required.
• Demonstrated leadership in high-stakes emergency response operations, including tactical command, fire protection, hazardous materials, and medical response required.
• Proven ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams, including direct supervision of staff and contract responders required.
• Experience in strategic planning, resource allocation, and performance management within emergency services.
• Strong track record of building collaborative relationships across departments and with external agencies to enhance emergency preparedness and response capabilities.

• Experience with change management, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability.
• Ability to influence senior leadership and contribute to corporate-level emergency response strategy and policy development.

Job Duties II

Job duties displayed above are not all-inclusive, site-specific responsibilities may be assigned.

Here are the incentives we offer:

• Remote Work options available for eligible positions
• Options are department and/or location specific
• 9/80 Work Schedule Option (where applicable)
• Annual Vacation Incentive (40-120 hours of additional pay) for Eligible Employees
• Paid Vacation Time
• Company-Paid Holidays
• Caregiver Leave
• Excellent 401(k) Match
• Pension Plan
• Company-Paid Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans; FSA and HSA options
• Company-Paid Life Insurance for Active Employees
• Healthy Rewards Program
• Service Awards Program
• Educational Assistance Plan
• Dependent Children Scholarships
• Reimbursement for Gym Membership
• Employee Discount Programs
• On-site Health Clinic (select locations)
• On-site Cafeteria (select locations)
• On-site Credit Union and ATM (Corporate office only)
• On-site Fitness Center (select locations)

PLEASE NOTE ALL JOBS DO NOT QUALIFY FOR ALL PERKS

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Requisition ID - 1185