Fuel & Natural Gas Systems Manager

North Slope Borough; Utqiaġvik (AK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

North Slope Borough seeks an experienced leader to oversee Fuel and Natural Gas operations within the Utilities Division. The role ensures safe, reliable, and cost-efficient energy services for public health and welfare across the borough.

The position requires a strong engineering or management background, Arctic environment experience, and credentials including an Alaska license and IS course completions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 6 years related experience in a related Arctic environment.
• Experience in fuel and natural gas utility operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and oversee operational, maintenance, and safety activities for Fuel and Gas within Utilities Division.
• Develop and enforce policies for safe handling and distribution of fuel and natural gas.
• Assist in budget preparation, monitoring expenditures, and regulatory filings.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and reporting requirements.
• Develop maintenance programs to ensure system reliability and longevity.
• Review and revise policies to meet changing regulations and borough policies.
• Oversee contracts, purchases, and cost-control.
• Support workforce development and training for staff.
• Develop emergency response and risk mitigation plans.
• Advance energy efficiency and load management initiatives.

Skills

Energy systems management

Regulatory compliance

Budget monitoring

Leadership and oversight

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or business/management

High School Diploma + 6 years related experience

AL Driver's License

Commercial Driver's License (COL) within 6 months

IS-100/200/300/400/700/800 within 2 years

CPR/First Aid Certifications within 6 months

Tools

PC proficiency

Job description

Summary or Purpose

Provides managerial oversight of the operation and maintenance of the North Slope Borough’s Fuel & Natural Gas systems, ensuring reliable, safe, and cost-effective energy services in support of public health, safety, and welfare.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position‑specific duties.

• Plan, direct, and oversee the operational, maintenance, and safety activities of the Fuel and Gas functions within the Utilities Division.
• Develop, implement, and enforce policies and procedures for safe handling, storage, and distribution of fuel and natural gas.
• Assist in the preparation and administration. and monitoring of the Division's annual budget, budgetary control, and monitoring expenditures.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and reporting requirements: including U.S. Department of Energy EIA reports, Power Cost Equalization documentation, State Department of Environmental Conservation reports, and other required regulatory filings.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventative maintenance programs for fuel and gas facilities and systems to ensure system reliability and longevity.
• Review, analyze, and revise policies, procedures, and operational practices to ensure conformance with changing regulatory requirements and North Slope Borough ordinances and policies.
• Assist in the development and improvement of the Division services and programs, including rate schedules, fees, cost-of-service studies, revenue forecasting, and utility and energy master planning.
• Oversee and monitor operating and service contracts; review and approve purchases and ensure compliance with contract terms.
• Promote service reliability by supporting workforce development initiatives, including oversight of technical and professional training for Division staff.
• Develop emergency response and risk mitigation plans for system failures, leaks, or safety hazards.
• Develop and implement cost-effective energy efficiency, conservation, load management, and alternative energy initiatives related to fuel and gas systems.
• Serve as a liaison between the Division and other Public Works divisions, North Slope Borough departments, village governments and corporations, customers, regulatory agencies, and external stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of North Slope Borough organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of fuel and natural gas utility operations, regulatory compliance, and energy service delivery.
• Skill in using personal computers and a variety of software applications.
• Skill in working under pressure of deadlines and establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships.
• Skill in working with public utility boards, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders involved in energy services.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co‑workers, other Borough employees, and representatives from local. state, and federal agencies. Proficiency in the lnupiaq Language is preferred.
• Ability to obtain site‑specific Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) training in accordance with 40 C.F.R.
• 265.16 within the probationary period.

Education, Experience, Certifications and Licenses Required

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, business administration, or a related field; OR
• High School Diploma or G.E.D., and six (6) years of experience in a related industry, preferably in an Arctic environment.
• Valid Alaska Driver's License that meets North Slope Borough insurance criteria.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Alaska Commercial Driver's License (COL) within six (6) months of hire;
• Required to obtain Incident Command System (IS) 100, IS 200, lS 300, IS 400, IS 700 and IS 800 within 2 years of hire;
• Required to obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid Certifications within 6 months of hire

Benefits

The North Slope Borough offers the following benefit packages to all permanent full time and permanent part time employees who work at least 15 hours a week.

Health care is provided at no cost to the employee (no premiums). Our Health Care package covers major medical, preventive care, vision, dental and prescription drug benefits.

Benefits Do Not Apply To Temporary Employees.

This position is NON‑Rotational. Housing is NOT provided. Therefore, due to extreme weather conditions in the arctic and for your safety, housing accommodations must be located and pre‑arranged by the applicant prior to the start of employment. The applicant must pay for housing; it is not provided by the NSB. Please note: The Borough is currently experiencing a housing shortage. Due to the remote setting, applicants are urged to consider this factor prior to submitting an application. Do you certify that you understand the above information?