Regulatory Compliance Officer

Chain of Command/ Reports To:

Regulatory & Administrative Services Manager

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Utilities Director, the Regulatory Compliance Officer/Utilities Administrative Coordinator is a supervisor position which performs technical and specialized duties to ensure the City is compliant with State/Federal laws and policies, including U.S. Department of Transportation Pipeline Hazardous Materials Safety Administration’s (PHMSA) Title 49 Parts 191 and 192, and coordinates/supervises the activities of the Administrative Services Division. The Gas Pipeline Compliance Officer oversees all aspects of compliance with Federal Safety Standards for pipelines and pipeline facilities in the transportation of natural gas and is responsible for ensuring compliance with operating and maintenance procedures, damage prevention, public awareness, emergency response, operator qualification, and distribution integrity management plans.

Essential Duties and Functions:

• Reviews existing DOT code requirements against Plans and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for compliance, recommending revisions as necessary, and ensuring updates are appropriately documented.
• Conducts internal audits of Department’s gas activities for compliance with required Plans and SOPs and represents the Department during Public Service Commission inspections.
• Analyzes and monitors updated state/federal regulations and PSC/PHMSA advisory bulletins, comparing that information to existing processes, and recommending changes.
• Reviews and approves work orders for final regulatory approval and filing.
• Reviews and submits gas damage reports to GUFPA for damages to our gas system.
• Requests GC1s per PSC Rule 515-9-1-.04 for any new construction of a gas main line or service line within 2,000 feet of another gas line operator.
• Assists in coordinating activities identified in the Distribution Integrity Management Plan, Pipeline Public Awareness Plan, and Operator Qualification Plan.
• Administers the reporting requirements in Part 191 and oversees record management and reporting in Part 192; attends regulatory update conferences as needed; and schedules and conducts required training as needed to keep staff abreast of changes to Plans and SOP’s.
• Handles confidential files and materials.
• Works with other internal and external departments as assigned.
• Follows and promotes Policy & Procedures of the City of Winder.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:

• Knowledge of Pipeline Safety Rules and Regulations.
• Knowledge of general office practices and procedures.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to operate variety of office equipment (i.e. telephones, computer, fax, printer, scanner, etc.).
• Ability to multitask.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with other employees, customers, vendors, contractors, consultants, other governmental agencies, and the public.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Ability to refrain from using all tobacco products while on-duty.
• Ability to interact effectively with a variety of individuals and groups with varying educational, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Ability to work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to follow the chain of command.
• Ability to pass drug testing as noted in policy.
• Ability to promote a positive work environment.
• Ability to maintain a neat and orderly workspace.
• Ability to maintain high ethical standards, both on and off duty.
• Skill in understanding and following oral and/or written instructions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees and the public.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Pipeline Safety Operator Qualifications
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License and maintains valid license and good driving record.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of three (3) years of Natural Gas Pipeline experience.
• High School diploma or GED.
• No felony convictions within the prior ten (10) years or while employed in the position.
• A citizen of the United States or has obtained legal work status.
• Must pass detailed background investigation.
• Must be able to pass a credit check.
• Work evenings, weekends and/or holidays as required

City Health Insurance Benefits Include:

• Health Insurance- CIGNA
• Dental-CIGNA
• Dental – 100% paid by the City for Single Employee
• Vision-CIGNA
• Short Term Disability-AFLAC-100% City Paid
• Long Term Disability-AFLAC-100% City Paid
• Basic Life- AFLAC- 2.5 Times Base Annual Income City Paid
• Dependent Life- AFLAC- $5,000 for eligible spouse and $2,500 for each eligible child City Paid
• Voluntary Life-AFLAC
• Group Accident-AFLAC
• Group Cancer-AFLAC
• Group Critical Illness-AFLAC
• Wellness Rewards Program

City Benefits:

• PTO leave starting at up to 3 weeks
• Education Assistance Program
• EAP Program
• Pay In Lieu of PTO

Retirement:

• 401 (a) Retirement Plan: City 3% Contribution at 90 days of service
• 457(b) Retirement Plan: City Matching at 90 days of service up to 3% if employee enrolls and contributes at least 3%