Management Analyst, Senior - Gas

Richmond City Council Virginia

  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • $62,672–$90,160 Per Year

Highlights

5-point veterans 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. The position also contributes to Distribution Integrity Management Program (DIMP) initiatives, validates implementation of regulatory and operator changes, gathers and analyzes field data to inform continuous program improvements, and helps maintain the safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance of gas construction, maintenance, and operational activities across the utility.

Numbers & Facts

LocationRichmond, VA
Salary$62,672–$90,160 Per Year

Description

Management Analyst, Senior - Gas

Salary

$62,672.00 - $117,647.00 Annually

Location

400 Jefferson Davis Highway, Richmond, VA

Job Type

Full-Time Regular

Job Number

35M00000486

Department

Public Utilities

Division

Gas & Water

Opening Date

10/21/2026

Closing Date

11/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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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

Description

The anticipated hiring range is $62,672 - $90,160

The City of Richmond, Department of Public Utilities, Gas Division, is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a Management Analyst, Senior -Natural Gas Trainer/Field Auditor position. The incumbent will serve in a multifunctional role responsible for delivering hands on and classroom training, conducting Operator Qualification (OQ) performance evaluations, and performing internal field audits to ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and municipal regulations, as well as organizational O&M and SOP requirements. This role uses extensive natural gas field experience to coach employees, verify competence and qualifications through structured evaluations, identify and document deficiencies during field inspections, and support continuous improvement of training programs, operating procedures, and regulatory compliance functions. The position also contributes to Distribution Integrity Management Program (DIMP) initiatives, validates implementation of regulatory and operator changes, gathers and analyzes field data to inform continuous program improvements, and helps maintain the safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance of gas construction, maintenance, and operational activities across the utility.

Duties include but are not limited to

  • Provide hands-on and classroom instruction for natural gas Operator Qualification (OQ) tasks.
  • Present and facilitate gas safety and compliance training exercises.
  • Perform field audits of gas construction, maintenance, and service activities, documenting findings and reporting any deviations, deficiencies, or safety concerns.
  • Gather information and provide input to support improvements to existing SOP, O&M, and best practice procedures.
  • Support enhancements to the Operator Qualification program by providing field-based observations and data.
  • Contribute to DIMP mitigative strategies related to incorrect operations or failure to follow procedure.
  • Assist with validation and field verification of new regulatory changes.
  • Support Gas OQ Training Unit activities, including conducting evaluations, training, and gas emergency simulations.
  • Document field observations, audit results, and evaluation outcomes in accordance with regulatory and organizational requirements.
  • Collaborate with operations, compliance, and training teams to identify performance gaps and recommend corrective or training-related improvements.

This position is considered an Essential Personnel, which means that the incumbent may be 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 deliver training material in a classroom or hands-on environment.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelors degree in business or public administration, or field related to assignment
  • Four 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 Drivers License

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Candidate must be somewhat familiar with:

  • Title 49 Code of Federal Regulation, Parts 191 & 192
  • American Petroleum Institute (API)
  • Pipeline & Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA)
  • Distribution Integrity Management Program (DIMP)
  • Pipeline Safety Management Systems (PSMS)
  • Reading a Gas/GIS system maps
  • Working according to standard operating procedures and ensuring that the documentation matches the industry regulations and operating requirements
  • At least eight (8) years of field inspector/engineer experience and/or equivalent combination of experience working in natural gas industry
  • Repairs and installations of new gas facilities
  • Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing
  • Gas distribution systems; construction, operations, or maintenance
  • Gas inspection or auditing practices
  • Gas regulatory compliance
  • Facilitating or presenting group training (classroom and hands-on)
  • Operator Qualification (OQ) programs; training, coordination, administration
  • GIS/ArcGIS map systems
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

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, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions; frequently reach and finger; and occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, push, pull, lift, walk, grasp, and feel. The working conditions may not 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 Veronica Kenner, by email at HR-ADA@rva.gov.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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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, veterans 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

02

5-point veterans 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 have a current and valid drivers license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire?

  • Yes
  • No

04

Which best describes your highest level of education?

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Some college
  • Associates Degree
  • Bachelors Degree
  • Masters/Advanced Degree
  • None of the above

05

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

06

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

07

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

Describe a training, tailgate talk, or stand down where you presented natural gas safety, operations, regulatory, or technical information to a small group. Explain how you made the material understandable, and what you used to gauge how the audience retained the information.

09

Describe a specific hands-on gas-related technical activity that you performed, inspected, or provided training for. Identify your specific role, and how the results were used for training or evaluation purposes, construction, or operational improvement.

10

Describe one specific instance where you performed or observed a task performed incorrectly. Explain the corrective actions you took in the moment to address the problem, and what steps were put in place to prevent it from happening again.

Required Question

Employer City of Richmond

Address 900 East Broad Street

Suite

Richmond, Virginia, 23219

Phone (804) 646-5660

804-646-5660

Website https://www.rva.gov/

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