Natural Gas Compliance Program Manager

NATURAL GAS COMPLIANCE PROGRAM MANAGER JOB SUMMARY & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS USDI is seeking a Natural Gas Compliance Program Manager to perform compliance activities and services for owners and operators of natural gas facilities. The job will encompass all compliance-related field and office activities in our Wichita, Kansas Office. This individual will be responsible for tasks including but not limited to: Manage compliance records and documentation for distribution and transmission pipeline operations Plans and manuals reviews, updates, and implementation Manage processes, reports, subcontractors, and consultants to desired outcomes. Perform/Supervise field tasks associated with compliance and operationsManagement of One-Call Center locates and distribution of field personnel Interface with clients and regulatory agencies on a regular basis Understand, review, and comply with state and federal pipeline safety regulations Maintain Operator Qualification (OQ) certification MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Natural Gas Experience Highly Preferred Demonstrated knowledge of federal pipeline safety regulations, including 49 CFR Parts 192 and 195, and the ability to apply regulatory requirements to operations and compliance activities. Ability to prepare routine administrative tasks and timely submission of electronic reports Able to work independently and be self-motivated Able to work with minimal supervision or assistance from others Possess strong written and verbal communication skills Physically prepared for hands-on job tasks in all types of weather conditions Able to pass initial and continuous federally required Operator Qualification evaluations Willingness to travel, including overnight stays Experience with utility locating, GPS and/or GIS systems and software a plus Maintain a positive work atmosphere through effective interactions and communications with coworkers, management, and clients Maintain a safe environment for co-workers, clients, and the public through adherence to established safety standards and timely reporting of potential hazards Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record Able to pass a background and driving check, employment history, and drug screening ABOUT USDI Utility Safety and Design, Inc. (USDI – www.usdi.us) provides professional engineering and design, consultation, construction, and operational services for owners and operators of natural gas facilities, including transmission operators, municipalities, master meter operators, and local distribution companies. Whatever your natural gas needs, USDI is your full-service partner. Since 1969 we’ve served more than 500 pipeline, master meter, municipal, and utility systems across the Midwest – some with a single service (such as leak surveys, cathodic protection surveys, regulator station inspections, and plan development and implementation), others as professional engineers, and still others as the operator of record. USDI provides full-spectrum natural gas solutions through 1) up-front consultation, 2) strategic engineering and design, 3) affordable construction services, and 4) total operational support.