Deputy Director - Gas

First review of applications will be Monday, June 17, 2024, and weekly thereafter until filled.

This classification has been designated as a non-classified, non-merit system, at-will position.

Job Description

The Deputy Director - Gas plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the Energy Resources Gas utility system. The position is responsible for the oversight of all operation, maintenance, and construction activities of the gas utility system, including but not limited to: its budget; long-range planning; ensuring profitability; setting strategic direction; preparing reports; and maintaining records relating to the Energy Resources Department's Gas utility system. The incumbent is responsible for the implementation plan and success of process improvement plans and increased productivity programs within the Department, and directs or conducts special studies related to operations of the Department. The incumbent acts as a representative of the City at professional organization meetings; with other utilities organizations; with representatives of county, state, and federal regulatory agencies; and to local businesses to administer the operations and improvements for the Department. The position performs related management and administrative duties as required.

An employee in this class specializes in policy development and planning in the natural gas utility system. Under general direction, the position reports directly to the Energy Resources Department Director through meetings, conferences, and reports regarding problems encountered and overall results achieved. In the absence of the Energy Resources Department Director, the incumbent may serve as the Energy Resources Department Director on a rotating basis, and as needed. This class is FLSA exempt-executive.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

1. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business/Public Administration, or related field.
2. Seven (7) to nine (9) years of progressive experience supervising, managing, and administering operations of a natural gas utility including; extensive (5+ years) experience overseeing the engineering, construction, maintenance, and/or operation of natural gas distribution systems and associated facilities.

Special Requirements:

1. Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver's License by hire or promotion date.
2. Must complete Department of Transportation (DOT) Reasonable Suspicion Training for supervisors within 30 days of supervisory assignment of DOT safety-sensitive employees.

Preferred/Desirable Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Business or Public Administration is preferred.

Employee Values: All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City's shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.

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