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Tallgrass

Scheduler-Natural Gas

Leawood, KS · On-site

Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of tariffs, counterparty contracts. * Team Support ... One plus years of Natural Gas scheduling or relevant experience. Experience/Specific Knowledge:

BHI Energy

Natural Gas Analyst

Glen Allen, VA · On-site

Analyzes and processes natural gas nominations in accordance with regulatory requirements ... This role is dealing with contracts and mathematics. Education and Experience * Bachelor's plus 0-2 ...

ExxonMobil

Natural Gas Scheduler

Spring, TX

Coordinate and schedule natural gas production, purchases, demand centers, sales, park and loans ... Ability to comprehend and dissect commercial contracts, regulations, and key commercial contract ...

Trafigura

Lead Contracts Negotiator, Natural Gas

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$85K - $113K/yr

Manage the entry of the same into the Contract Management system * Participate in the configuration ... Solid understanding and working knowledge of purchase and sale agreements for natural gas (NAESB ...

ExxonMobil

Natural Gas Scheduler

Spring, TX

Coordinate and schedule natural gas production, purchases, demand centers, sales, park and loans ... Ability to comprehend and dissect commercial contracts, regulations, and key commercial contract ...

ExxonMobil

Natural Gas Scheduler

Spring, TX · On-site

Coordinate and schedule natural gas production, purchases, demand centers, sales, park and loans ... Ability to comprehend and dissect commercial contracts, regulations, and key commercial contract ...

BHI Energy

Natural Gas Analyst

Glen Allen, VA · On-site

Analyzes and processes natural gas nominations in accordance with regulatory requirements ... This role is dealing with contracts and mathematics. Job Requirements Education and Experience

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How much do contract natural gas controller jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract natural gas controller in the United States is $119,497.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,000.00 and $138,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Natural Gas Controller vs Natural Gas Scheduler?

AspectContract Natural Gas ControllerNatural Gas Scheduler
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in energy, finance, or related field; certifications like NERC may be preferredSimilar credentials; often holds certifications like NERC or industry-specific training
Work EnvironmentWorks for energy companies, trading firms, or utilities managing contracts and market operationsWorks in energy trading firms or utilities, focusing on scheduling and logistics of gas transportation
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in natural gas trading, marketing, and contract management within the energy industryPrimarily in gas transportation, pipeline companies, and trading firms

The Contract Natural Gas Controller and Natural Gas Scheduler roles share similar credentials and work environments but differ mainly in focus. The Controller manages contractual obligations and market operations, while the Scheduler handles the logistics of gas transportation. Both roles are vital in the natural gas industry and often overlap in skills and industry usage.

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Infographic showing various Contract Natural Gas Controller job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 99% Full Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,497 per year, or $57.5 per hour.

Scheduler-Natural Gas

Tallgrass

Leawood, KS • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Job Description
Primary Purpose:
Manage pipeline nominations, volumetric balances and other related activities. We are looking for an entrepreneurial, highly motivated individual with desire to contribute knowledge, ideas and continued learning.
**Position to have remote work considerations.
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Scheduling Process: Must be proficient in all aspects of the scheduling process for natural gas pipelines including nominations, scheduling, trade confirmations and allocations
    • Accurately complete cycle nominations in an efficient and timely manner.
    • Develop working relationships with counterparties that include an understanding of their business objectives.
    • Perform as a strategic liaison in helping develop and maintain strong working relationships with customers, pipelines, utilities, and suppliers
    • Understand contractual rights and types of services as defined by the tariffs and apply those concepts to the scheduling process.
    • Ensure positions are accurately recorded in trade management systems
    • Monitor and advise on pipeline capacity release opportunities
    • Communicate market information with trading and identify arbitrage and trade opportunities
  • Position Skills:
    • Strong skills in problem recognition, troubleshooting and resolution capability
    • Analyze, evaluate and understand all impacts of potential solutions, being able to provide multiple alternatives with sound recommendations.
    • Recognize business opportunities and understand how to turn them into revenue opportunities.
    • Strong understanding of market dynamics and the impacts on scheduling.
    • Comprehensive understanding of all aspects of tariffs, counterparty contracts.
  • Team Support:
    • Accurately, effectively and appropriately represent the group internally & externally, with sound judgment being required.
    • Effective team member who maintains a positive attitude on a consistent basis, promotes a positive attitude within the group and readily volunteers to take on additional tasks.
  • General Duties:
    • Successfully perform multiple tasks with strict deadlines efficiently and accurately.
    • Must show initiative and the ability to progress in knowledge and capability for all scheduling functions.
    • Contribute to the team in an effective and positive manner.
    • Deal with a wide variety of people with tact, courtesy and professionalism.
    • Other daily, weekly, monthly or special project duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
  • One plus years of Natural Gas scheduling or relevant experience.

Experience/Specific Knowledge:
  • Understanding of the natural gas pipeline industry's scheduling processes.
  • Understanding of the commercial aspects of the natural gas industry, with a comprehensive understanding of the commercial aspects of Tallgrass' business.

Certifications, Licenses & Registrations:
  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers (for travel).

Competencies, Skills & Abilities:
  • Take direction from management, adhere to required work schedules, focus attention on details, and follow work rules.
  • Organize and prioritize daily work.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Intermediate proficiency level in MS Office applications that include but are not limited to Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Be flexible and respond effectively to changing schedules, priorities, and other urgent situations.
  • Grasp and execute Gas Scheduling responsibilities.
  • High level of concentration.
  • Remain focused and exercise good judgment under highly stressful situations.
  • Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
  • Job level commensurate with experience and skill sets; position will be filled depending on qualifications, experience and skill sets of the successful candidate.

Physical Demands:
The physical requirements listed below are those that may be necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Sitting; standing; walking or moving throughout facility; driving; talking; seeing (specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus); hearing; feeling; bending or stooping; squatting or crouching; reaching; kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting up to 25 lbs.
  • Minimal safety hazards; general office working conditions.
  • Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time.

Working Conditions:
  • Required to carry a cell phone and be available to respond during working and non-working hours.
  • Required availability (currently Day, Evening, Weekend, including Holidays) to provide gas scheduling coverage 7 days per week, 365 days per year.
    • Shift assignment, will rotate based on group need.
  • Required to work On-Call duty and non-traditional hours as needed.
  • The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and a complete background check, including credit report for certain positions, after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.

Supervisory Responsibility:
  • None, although this position should result in the development of the skills necessary to move into a supervisory role.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE, COMPETENCIES, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
Above the minimum requirements; not required but advantageous in this position:
  • Commercial experience
  • Pipeline operations and procedure experience.
  • Proficient in other interstate pipelines' services, operations and scheduling processes.
  • Working relationships with external scheduling personnel and customers, with an understanding of the business needs of both and the ability to extract value from those relationships.
  • Working knowledge of NAESB Standards and Guidelines as it relates to Nominations, Scheduling & Confirmations.

Compensation:
  • The annual salary range for this position will be $80,700-$144,600/yr.

Other responsibilities:
  • The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This position may perform other duties as assigned.

About Us
Tallgrass was named one of the Top Workplaces USA and highlighted in Colorado's Top Workplaces for the past seven consecutive years. Tallgrass is a leading energy infrastructure company focused on safely, reliably, and sustainably delivering the energy and services that power our nation and enable our quality of life.
At Tallgrass, we value our teams and strive to create an environment where employees feel respected, and their contributions are valued. We aim to support employees' physical, mental, and financial well-being through a comprehensive Total Rewards Program.
  • Industry competitive pay
  • Health insurance package options that include Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
  • Infertility Coverage
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) with up to a 6% match that vests immediately plus an employer discretionary contribution of up to 4%
  • Wellness Programs and Mental Health Resources
  • Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
  • Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
  • Vacation, sick days, paid caregiver leave, volunteer and bereavement paid time off
  • Identity theft protection
  • Annual discretionary bonus
  • Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Company-paid holidays and floating holidays
  • Company vehicle (if applicable)
  • Employee discounts; vehicles, tires, cellular plans, and more
  • Networking and employee engagement events
  • Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests

Application Deadline: Recruiting timelines vary by position; however, all Tallgrass positions accept applications for at least five business days from the posting date. This position is open and still accepting applications.
Compensation: Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Notice to External Search Firms: Tallgrass does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Tallgrass property; therefore, Tallgrass will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Approved vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific positions at Tallgrass's request only. A fully executed agreement with Tallgrass must be in place and current in these cases.
EEO Statement: Tallgrass complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Tallgrass does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or other status protected by law.

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