Management Analyst, Principal*
Apply NowCompany: City of Richmond, VA
Location: Richmond, VA 23223
Description:
Salary : $80,282.00 - $133,016.00 Annually
Location : Richmond, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 35M00000473
Department: Public Utilities
Opening Date: 03/26/2025
Closing Date: 4/9/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Are you Richmond R.E.A.D.Y? Respect. Equity. Accountability. Diversity...YOU!!!
This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements:
The City of Richmond, Department of Public Utilities, Gas Division, is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Management Analyst Principal -Gas OQ Training Supervisor position. The incumbent will be responsible to oversee the daily work activities of the gas Operator Qualification Training group in order to proactively manage the Gas Operator Qualifications Program and the associated training, examinations, and performance evaluations for Richmond Gas Works' field operations staff.
Duties include but are not limited to
This position is considered an Essential Personnel, which means that the incumbent is required to work when the city is closed due to public emergencies, critical or hazardous conditions or inclement weather.
Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY
Knowledge of local, state, and federal codes and regulations regarding gas distribution systems; Knowledge of workforce training methods; Knowledge of gas system components and materials; Oral and written communication skills; Proficiency with standard business office software such as Microsoft Word and Excel; General knowledge of and some experience with GIS mapping systems; Demonstrated ability to supervise others, and manage time effectively; Ability to multi-task, prioritize conflicts, and identify hazardous conditions/situations; Ability to create training material and train field personnel.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Candidate must be somewhat familiar with:
Americans with Disabilities Act Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. The essential duties of this classification may require the ability to regularly talk; frequently finger, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions; and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, and grasp. The working conditions may include environmental hazards. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be sedentary, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, Human Resources Manager by email at
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The City of Richmond Values Veterans. We are an official V3 Certified Company.
The City of Richmond is a proud partner with the US Army Partnership for Your Success PaYS Program.
With over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice".
The City offers a full range of benefit programs from initial hire through retirement. Please visit our Web site for details.
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10-point compensable veteran. You must have an existing compensable service-connected disability of 10 percent or more. Other 10-point veteran include disabled veteran or a veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart for wound or injuries received in action, veteran's widow or widower who has not remarried, wife or husband of a veteran who has a service-connected disability, widowed, divorced or separated mother of an ex-service son or daughter who died in action, or who is totally and permanently disabled. Do any of these apply?
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5-point veteran's must have been discharged under honorable conditions and had one of the following: Active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, in a war, or during the period 4/28/52-7/1/55 or active duty for more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 2/1/55 and 10/14/76 or active duty during the Gulf War sometime between 8/2/90 - 1/2/92 or active duty in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized or active duty for which more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 9/11/2001 and ending on the date prescribed by the Presidential proclamation or by the law as the last date of operation Iraqi Freedom. Do any of these apply?
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Do you possess a valid VA Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within thirty days of hire?
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Do you have a verifiable working knowledge of a Gas Operators' Qualification (OQ) Program?
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Which best describes your highest level of education?
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Which answer best describes your years of experience conducting field inspections/audits?
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With which of the following do you have a working knowledge of? (Select all that apply)
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Which best describes your years of experience with training in a classroom or field (hands-on) setting?
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Do you have any experience with supervising people or managing programs?
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Which best describes your years of experience with gas distribution systems?
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Are you familiar with the Virginia State Corporation Commission and their role with a gas utility in the state of Virginia?
12
Which best describes your level of knowledge using Microsoft Office products?
Required Question
Location : Richmond, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 35M00000473
Department: Public Utilities
Opening Date: 03/26/2025
Closing Date: 4/9/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Are you Richmond R.E.A.D.Y? Respect. Equity. Accountability. Diversity...YOU!!!
This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements:
- Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
- Language Incentive
- Referral Bonus
- Tuition Assistance Program
The City of Richmond, Department of Public Utilities, Gas Division, is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Management Analyst Principal -Gas OQ Training Supervisor position. The incumbent will be responsible to oversee the daily work activities of the gas Operator Qualification Training group in order to proactively manage the Gas Operator Qualifications Program and the associated training, examinations, and performance evaluations for Richmond Gas Works' field operations staff.
Duties include but are not limited to
- Overseeing staff responsible for facility training, proctoring written exams, and performance evaluations in advance of employees executing covered tasks, including the oversight of the Richmond Gas Works' contractor's OQ programs;
- Identify and documenting any gaps in the OQ program and process for current and future needs, provide recommendations to the Operator Qualification trainers and the external training departments;
- Oversee management of the Richmond Gas Works training facilities including maintenance of buildings, grounds, technology, and specialized equipment;
- Responsible to train RGW staff and third-party personnel regarding standard gas operating procedures as well as those associated with the specific covered tasks;
- Oversee the development of Operator Qualification personnel, including the development and delivery of training materials;
- Represent the Organization's interests before external audiences (e.g. State Corporation Commission), including expert witness testimony and contractual negotiations;
- Develop relationships with contractors, their subcontractors, and other utilities.
- Serve as technical adviser on Richmond Gas Works' practices.
- Must also be able to perform the daily duties associated with the O.Q. Training Specialist position when necessary.
This position is considered an Essential Personnel, which means that the incumbent is required to work when the city is closed due to public emergencies, critical or hazardous conditions or inclement weather.
Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY
Knowledge of local, state, and federal codes and regulations regarding gas distribution systems; Knowledge of workforce training methods; Knowledge of gas system components and materials; Oral and written communication skills; Proficiency with standard business office software such as Microsoft Word and Excel; General knowledge of and some experience with GIS mapping systems; Demonstrated ability to supervise others, and manage time effectively; Ability to multi-task, prioritize conflicts, and identify hazardous conditions/situations; Ability to create training material and train field personnel.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School diploma or GED;
- One year of specialized training or technical training beyond high school;
- Five years of related work experience;
- An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.
LICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid Commonwealth of Virginia Driver's License
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Candidate must be somewhat familiar with:
- Title 49 Code of Federal Regulation, Parts 191 & 192;
- Title 29 Code of Federal Regulation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration;
- American Petroleum Institute (API);
- National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 54: National Fuel Gas Code;
- Pipeline & Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA)
- Distribution Integrity Management Program (DIMP);
- Pipeline Safety Management Systems (PSMS);
- Operator Qualification (OQ) knowledge of pipe locating is preferred;
- Experience reading a Gas/GIS map system;
- At least eight (8) years of field inspector/engineer experience and/or equivalent combination of experience working in natural gas industry;
- Some knowledge of repairs and installations of new gas facilities;
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suites;
- Valid Driver's License is required
Americans with Disabilities Act Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. The essential duties of this classification may require the ability to regularly talk; frequently finger, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions; and occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, and grasp. The working conditions may include environmental hazards. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be sedentary, exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, Human Resources Manager by email at
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
The City of Richmond Values Veterans. We are an official V3 Certified Company.
The City of Richmond is a proud partner with the US Army Partnership for Your Success PaYS Program.
With over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice".
The City offers a full range of benefit programs from initial hire through retirement. Please visit our Web site for details.
01
10-point compensable veteran. You must have an existing compensable service-connected disability of 10 percent or more. Other 10-point veteran include disabled veteran or a veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart for wound or injuries received in action, veteran's widow or widower who has not remarried, wife or husband of a veteran who has a service-connected disability, widowed, divorced or separated mother of an ex-service son or daughter who died in action, or who is totally and permanently disabled. Do any of these apply?
- Yes
- No
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5-point veteran's must have been discharged under honorable conditions and had one of the following: Active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, in a war, or during the period 4/28/52-7/1/55 or active duty for more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 2/1/55 and 10/14/76 or active duty during the Gulf War sometime between 8/2/90 - 1/2/92 or active duty in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized or active duty for which more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 9/11/2001 and ending on the date prescribed by the Presidential proclamation or by the law as the last date of operation Iraqi Freedom. Do any of these apply?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you possess a valid VA Driver's License or the ability to obtain one within thirty days of hire?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a verifiable working knowledge of a Gas Operators' Qualification (OQ) Program?
- Yes
- No
05
Which best describes your highest level of education?
- High School Diploma/GED
- Some college
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's/Advanced Degree
- None of the above
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Which answer best describes your years of experience conducting field inspections/audits?
- Five (5) years or less of experience
- Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience
- Ten (10) or more years of experience
- None of the above
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With which of the following do you have a working knowledge of? (Select all that apply)
- 49 Code of Federal Regulation, Parts 191, & 192
- 29 Code of Federal Regulation, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
- American Petroleum Institute (API)
- National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 54 National Fuel Gas Code
- Distribution Integrity Management Programs (DIMP)
- American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
- None of the above
08
Which best describes your years of experience with training in a classroom or field (hands-on) setting?
- Five (5) years or less of experience
- Five (5) to ten (10) years of experience
- Ten (10) or more years of experience
- None of the above
09
Do you have any experience with supervising people or managing programs?
- Yes
- No
10
Which best describes your years of experience with gas distribution systems?
- Less than eight (8) years of experience
- Eight (8) to ten (10) years of experience
- Ten (10) years or more years of experience
- None of the above
11
Are you familiar with the Virginia State Corporation Commission and their role with a gas utility in the state of Virginia?
- Yes
- No
12
Which best describes your level of knowledge using Microsoft Office products?
- Beginner experience
- Intermediate experience
- Advanced experience
- No experience
Required Question