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Job Summary EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THE CITY OF VERNON GAS SYSTEMS MANAGER MONTHLY SALARY: $12,742 - $15,489 PLUS, AN EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE FINAL FILING DEADLINE TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2023, 11:59 P.M. OR WHEN WE RECEIVE THE FIRST 100 QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO FILL ONE FULL-TIME VACANCY THAT WILL SUPPORT THE PUBLIC UTILITIES AND TO ESTABLISH AN ELIGIBILITY LIST TO BE USED FOR FUTURE VACANCIES. Under general supervision, performs complex administrative work planning, organizing, and directing the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, and expansion of the City’s natural gas transmission and distribution systems, serving as liaison to outside agencies, coordinating projects, responding to customer requests and supervises assigned staff. Essential Functions Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job flyer does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Plans, directs, coordinates, supervises, and evaluates the operations, maintenance, services, and staff of the Gas Division; oversees the planning, design, construction, inspection, and growth of the gas utility systems. Responsible for driving productivity, and effectively managing costs (both direct and indirect). Coordinates projects, facilities development, manages equipment purchases and evaluates bid proposals. Reviews and provides technical expertise on Gas Division activities, best practices, and methods of natural gas system operations. Develops and recommends policies and procedures. Coordinates and prepares system operation plans. Develops and manages programs to ensure compliance, safety, reduced costs, and improved services. Serves as intergovernmental coordinator for gas utility interests with regulators and local, State, and Federal agencies; acts as the principal point of contact for all natural gas related regulatory issues including utility code compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). Prepares for, participates in, and responds to the annual audit conducted by the CPUC; acts as Subject Matter Expert (SME) on regulatory compliance issues in the natural gas industry as they affect the City’s Public Utilities Department Gas Division. Facilitates training to City staff assigned as “first responders” including fire, police, and other City personnel. Supervises assigned staff; prepares work schedules, assigns, and reviews work; provides training and administers performance evaluations. Develops and administers operating and capital improvement division budgets. Develops and administers annual work plans; creates and tracks performance measurements. Approves work orders, purchase requisitions, memos, letters, time sheets, and other documents. Coordinates with the Integrated Resources Group on natural gas procurement. Participates in natural gas cost of service studies and rate setting process; makes recommendations to the General Manager of Public Utilities. Implements strategic sales and marketing plan; develops and implements additional growth strategies in coordination with the customer relations team. Markets the gas system and conducts outreach and public awareness meetings. Gathers information for large industrial customers to ensure their needs are met. Secures and directs the services of professional consultants as required. Responds to Gas System emergencies, abnormalities and issues impacting safety and service delivery. Engages in personal contact with citizens and customers concerning service requests and complaints. Supports the relationship between the City of Vernon and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education, Training and Experience Guidelines: Bachelor’s degree with coursework in business administration, engineering, or related field. Must have a minimum of ten years of experience in the operations and maintenance of a natural gas distribution system, including three years of supervisory experience. Two years of construction and project management experience is preferred. Supplemental Information Knowledge of: Gas utility organization and operation. Materials, methods, practices, and equipment used in the operation, maintenance, and repair of gas distribution systems. Budget development and management methods and techniques. City policies and procedures. City’s gas department infrastructure. Customer service and public relations methods and practices. Department of Transportation rules, regulations, and requirements. Emergency response and first-responder procedures and other safety, environmental compliance rules, requirements, and regulations including Cal-OSHA and Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration. Principles and practices related to the installation, repair, and maintenance on pipeline facilities including working with pilot loaded regulators and regulator stations. Record keeping and file maintenance principles and procedures. Skill in: Plan, assign, and coordinate the work of the division. Collecting and analyzing data and making appropriate recommendations. Communicating effectively verbally and in writing. Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with others. Interpreting and applying state and federal statutes, codes, rules, and regulations. Managing projects. Operating a personal computer utilizing standard and specialized software. Organizing, planning, coordinating, delegating, and controlling the activities others. Working effectively with others to develop solutions for problems. LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: A valid California State Driver’s License. All employees in this classification are subject to Department of Transportation (DOT) random drug and alcohol testing as outlined in 49 CFR Part 199 for the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) AND Part 382 for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a standard office environment, and in internal and external environments throughout the City, with possibility of exposure to hazardous materials. SELECTION PROCESS: Completed application packets will be reviewed and only the first 100 qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process, which may include a panel interview. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for the position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Applications must be submitted online . If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Stating "see resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Selected candidate(s) subject to drug testing. To view the complete job description, please visit our website at www.cityofvernon.org . It is the applicant’s responsibility to notify the Human Resources Department of any changes to their contact information. “The City of Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer” CITY OF VERNON - HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT Lisette Grizzelle, Senior Human Resources Analyst lgrizzelle@cityofvernon.org - (323) 583-8811, ext. 166 The City of Vernon offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental vision, life, and long term disability insurance. Retirement Benefit : Retirement benefits are provided by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS): Effective January 1, 2013, newly hired non-safety employees who are new CalPERS members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2% at 62 benefit formula. New members will be required to pay 7.622% as their member contribution. An employee who is a "classic" member of CalPERS, will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.7% at 55 benefit formula. Classic employees contribute 10% as their member contribution. Cafeteria Benefits Plan : The City offers a monthly allowance towards the purchase of a HMO, PPO or HSA medical plan for the employee and their family members. Any remaining amount can be used towards the purchase of a HMO or PPO Dental planand Vision coverage for dependents. Vision coverage is included at no cost to the employee. Supplemental Insurance plans are available. Holiday pay : The City observes 13 holidays per calendar year. Bilingual pay : Employees in eligible positions who successfully demonstrate Spanish speaking skills would be eligible to receive an additional $275.00 a month. Vacation Mid-Management Staff : Continuous Years of Service Vacation Hours Earned Bi-Weekly Accrual 1st year thru 4th year 80hrs; 3.08 accrual rate 5th year thru 9th year 100hrs; 3.85 accrual rate 10th year thru 14th year 120hrs; 4.62 accrual rate 15th year thru 24th year 160hrs; 6.16 accrual rate 25th year and more 190hrs; 7.31 accrual rate Sick Leave : 80 hours of sick leave per calendar year, at a rate of 3.08 hours per pay period. Administrative Leave : Mid Management varies from 60 – 15 hours per calendar year on a pro-rated rate. Tuition Reimbursement : $2,200.00 is available to those who satisfactorily complete job related college courses. Other Benefits : Most employees work a 4/10 schedule. In addition, the City offers bereavement leave and jury duty. Miscellaneous Benefits : The City provides an interest-free loan program for the purchase of a computer, corrective eye surgery and a hearing aide device. The City of Vernon encourages you to log onto our website for the benefit details www.cityofvernon.org Closing Date/Time: 11/28/2023 11:59 PM Pacific