Renewable Natural Gas Operations Supervisor

City of Portland; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services is seeking a Renewable Natural Gas Operations Supervisor to oversee RNG operations and provide analytical support to the Resource Recovery portfolio. Lead the RNG Operations team, plan work, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while coordinating with multiple city teams.

You will supervise RNG Operators, manage budgets, and contribute to long-term resiliency planning.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing, and prepare concise reports.
• Knowledge of CMMS, SCADA, and reporting tools.
• Knowledge of RNG and organic waste receiving systems.
• Ability to analyze operational and regulatory data for performance tracking and compliance.
• Ability to train staff and lead in a hazardous gas environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison for RNG operations across city teams.
• Provide supervision and support to RNG Operators (2 FTE).
• Oversee procurement and budget tracking for RNG operations.
• Attend CIP meetings to review plans for upgrades and improvements.
• Review data to support compliance metrics and process improvements.

Skills

Clear communication

Analytical thinking

Staff training

Safety leadership

RNG operations knowledge

Data-driven decision making

Tools

CMMS

SCADA

Reporting tools

Job description

The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services is seeking a Renewable Natural Gas Operations Supervisor to oversee RNG operations and provide analytical support to the Resource Recovery portfolio. Lead the RNG Operations team, plan work, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while coordinating with multiple city teams.

You will supervise RNG Operators, manage budgets, and contribute to long-term resiliency planning.