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Salary $75,402.08 - $108,943.12 Annually

Location Las Cruces, NM

Job Number F071 04-26 MD

Department Utilities

Application, benefits and additional questions can be found online (http://www.lascruces.gov) at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lascruces/jobs/5314384/gas-system-inspections-supervisor?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Nature of Work

Performs entry-level professional civil engineering work and gas system inspection supervision and functions. Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work plan for gas staff and assigns work activities and projects. 

Environmental Factors 

Position may involve both inside and outside work, depending on functional area; outside work involves exposure to all weather conditions, traffic conditions, noise, dust, gases, asbestos, radiation, electrical systems and construction equipment. 

Physical Factors 

Light to moderate physical activity; ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 40 pounds; ability to move about construction sites; safety equipment includes hard hat, traffic vest, ear plugs, eye protection and safety shoes. 

Work Situation Factors 

Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, subject to work beyond normal business hours including extended work schedules, including evenings and weekends, and responding to customer issues. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies. 

FIRST CONSIDERATION MAY BE GIVEN TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.

Meeting or exceeding the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the interview process.

Full-Time; Regular; Non-Exempt
Position is graded at RX25.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; recommends, within departmental policy, appropriate service and staffing levels. 

• Manages the development and implementation of unit goals, objectives, policies, specifications, procedures, and priorities for each Gas sub-section. 

• Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the Gas Section budget; forecasts funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approves expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary. 

• Identifies capital improvement needs for new and rehabilitations projects for the Gas Section systems. 

• Directs and participates in the development, negotiation, and administration of contract services; monitors the work of contractors and implements appropriate changes. 

• Identifies critical projects issues, advises appropriate staff, recommends resolutions and resolves complex problems. 

• Develops, administers, and tracks Public Awareness Plan for compliance with 49 CFR 192.

• Reviews, revises as necessary, and ensures compliance with Gas Emergency Plan, Construction Specifications, and Material Specifications. 

• Represents Gas Section when interfacing with other City sections, contractors, and outside agencies; conduct site visits and investigate issues affecting Gas Section activities, projects, and programs; coordinates work order and permit acquisitions for smooth seamless gas operations. 

• Organizes and coordinates the daily operations of assigned staff to meet work goals; ensures activities are in compliance with all laws, policies, regulations and goals; demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service; responds to requests for information and provides technical information within scope of authority. 

• Remains current on any changes in DOT and other applicable natural gas state and federal regulations. 

• Meets regularly with staff to review work in progress, discuss and resolve administrative, workload, and technical issues, and to prioritize and assign tasks and projects; evaluates and analyzes functions, resources, processes, and procedures to identify issues and recommend changes for improvement; interprets applicable rules and regulations within scope of authority to provide leadership and guidance in developing, implementing, and administering policies and procedures. 

• Manages staff through proper delegation and work supervision to provide appropriate levels of service and resources; coordinates and manages various special and recurring projects, monitors work, evaluates performance, trains, counsels, coaches, and instructs employees in order to meet established goals and objectives; ensures adherence to established policies and procedures to remain in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.   

• Collects and analyzes data to prepare and present various special and recurring reports to provide accurate and timely information related to assigned functions and duties; develops and presents information in clear and easily used formats; maintains regulatory compliance by keeping current on industry trends, regulations, and issues; identifies areas of concern for management for review and potential action.   

• Reviews, maintains, and updates records in various formats, mediums, and automated systems to ensure data integrity and adherence to internal controls, practices, and policies; evaluates programs, services, and activities to ensure customer and staff needs are met; demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless services.  

• Responds to and resolves various complaints, issues, inquiries, and problems as authorized and in accordance with established policies and procedures. 

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or closely-related field AND one (1) year of experience in gas utility work. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy. 

Licenses/Certification(s)

Valid Class D driver's license required. Position requires an acceptable driving record in accordance with City policy. New Mexico Department of Transportation (NM DOT): American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATTSA) Certification as a Traffic Control Supervisor is required within 6 months of employment. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:  Principles and practices of civil engineering, including project management and design; codes, standards, and specifications regarding the design, construction and maintenance of utility systems and techniques and equipment; technical information found in operation and maintenance manuals; federal, state, and municipal regulations regarding natural gas pipelines; principles and practices of effective employee supervision;  current principles of record keeping and records management; principles and practices of effective research methods and data analysis, customer service, and problem resolution techniques; occupational and environmental safety and health hazards, and safety practices; safe and effective use and maintenance of related tools, materials, and equipment; current methods and standards for preparing effective business correspondence; correct English usage, grammar, composition, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary; business and personal computers and related software applications; City organization, operations, policies, and procedures to effectively perform the required functions and duties of the position. 

Ability to:  perform a variety of duties and responsibilities and assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands to meet deadlines; read and interpret gas system design plans, specifications, blueprints, quarter section maps, contract documents, and legal documents; measure quantities of completed work; calculate surface areas, lineal distances and volumes of measured quantities; ensure appropriate levels of customer service to achieve expectations and meet objectives; read, understand, and assure compliance with a variety of policies, procedures, rules, standards, and regulations governing related activities and functions; collect applicable information and maintain accurate and timely records; maintain confidentiality of information and data; communicate effectively orally and in writing and use interpersonal skills to sufficiently exchange or convey information and receive work direction; prepare and present accurate and reliable information and reports; establish and maintain effective and appropriate working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public; safely and effectively operate relevant tools, equipment, and motorized vehicles; navigate across even and uneven surfaces; timely and accurately enter data and update records using various mediums and formats; take initiative and exercise sound independent judgment within established procedural guidelines and carry out primary responsibilities in accordance with all governing regulations, statutes, and procedures to ensure achievement of goals and objectives.

Skills in:  reading, understanding, and applying relevant rules, ordinances, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures; effectively managing assignments; responding to inquiries timely and within the scope of delegated authority; responding appropriately, maintaining objectivity and freedom from prejudice, and exercising sound judgment and understanding in all interactions; effectively working  independently, or as a team member, in various environments with changing priorities; preparing and presenting various reports, documents, forms, and correspondence; researching information, analyzing data, maintaining accurate records, and updating information in various mediums and formats; operating a personal computer with installed generic and specialized software; preparing and presenting information in a clear and concise manner; demonstrating appropriate and effective interpersonal communication and conflict resolution skills; performing highly effective support in assigned areas.