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November 5, 2024
The State of Oklahoma
FULL TIME
Pipeline Safety/Regulation Specialist
Job Posting Title
Pipeline Safety/Regulation Specialist
Agency
185 CORPORATION COMMISSION
Supervisory Organization
Corporation Commission
Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)
November 30, 2024
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.
Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)
Full/Part-Time
Full time
Job Type
Regular
Compensation
Annual Salary: $65K - $74K annually based on experience.
Location: Oklahoma City Area (territory assigned will be in the OKC area and must live in that territory for consideration)
Job Description
Basic Purpose
Positions in this job family are involved in the inspection and regulation of natural gas and hazardous liquid transportation pipelines and operators. This includes the enforcement of state, federal and Commission pipeline regulations through inspections, investigations, complaint response, and training of operators and contractors.
Typical Functions
- Interprets state and federal laws and commission rules for agency and industry personnel and the general public.
- Performs investigations and responds to complaints related to the release of natural gas or hazardous liquids from pipeline facilities; determines causes and recommends appropriate steps and procedures to lessen continues threats to public safety.
- Responds to and investigates threats to public safety resulting from non-compliance with state and federal laws and agency policy.
- Conducts field inspections of pipeline facilities, transportation systems, and construction sites to evaluate safety and performance, using appropriate testing equipment; prepares reports of violations, deficiencies and recommendations concerning legal actions; provides assistance and training to operators as needed and follow up inspections or actions as required.
- Identifies and reports operational deficiencies and coordinates with operators to correct, ensuring compliance with guidelines and instructions.
- Provides training and technical assistance to pipeline operators, employees, and the public on pipeline dangers, safety procedures and the proper use of emergency response equipment.
- Prepares and/or reviews operational reports, daily work records, test results, construction reports, operations manuals and other required documentation.
- Prepares exhibits and testifies as an expert witness in Commission hearings.
Education and Experience
Education and Experience preferred at this level: a bachelor's degree in mechanical, petroleum or civil engineering plus two years of experience in the regulation, operation and/or maintenance of natural gas distribution systems, natural gas transmission systems and/or hazardous liquid pipeline systems; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required at this level include knowledge of basic engineering principles related to natural gas and hazardous liquid pipelines; of the construction, operation and maintenance of natural gas distribution systems, natural gas transmission systems and hazardous liquid pipeline systems; of basic research and analysis methods, of basic investigatory techniques; and of report writing and recordkeeping. Ability is required to conduct inspections and investigations of natural gas and hazardous liquid pipeline operations and accidents; to use electronic test equipment and personal computers; to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Special Requirements
Applicants must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with this position.
Additional Job Description
Core work hours for the Oklahoma Corporation Commission are Monday through Friday, 8am-4:30pm. This schedule may require flexibility based on the needs of the agency.
This position is not remote work eligible as the position requires hands-on and in-person work to complete the essential job functions.
Benefits
As an employee with the Oklahoma Corporation Commission you will enjoy excellent state benefits including:
- 15 days per year of annual leave
- 15 days per year of sick leave
- 11 paid holidays annually
- Longevity bonus
- A comprehensive health insurance package – medical, dental, vision, life insurance, dependent life insurance, and flexible medical spending account
-
A generous
benefit allowanceto offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Retirement plans: Defined Contribution Plan or Deferred Compensation Plan
Disclaimer:
This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.
All employees appointed to state service, whether initial hiring, transferring from one state agency to another state agency, or returning to state service following a break in service will be required to complete a twelve-month trial period in accordance with Civil Service and Human Capital Modernization Rule 260:130-19-30. All employees appointed to state service are an At-Will employee and shall serve at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.
Conditions of Employment:
- Contingent on a favorable background check
- FLSA Non-Exempt/Exempt status
- Must maintain a valid driver’s license
Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.
Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday
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