RRC - Alternative Fuel Inspector Manager - AFS

Job Description

The Railroad Commission of Texas Oversight and Safety Division, Alternative Fuels Safety Department (AFS), oversees approximately 89,000 alternative fuel installations and equipment across Texas, including LPG, CNG, and LNG. AFS is seeking an Inspection Manager for District 3 in Northwest Texas, which includes Midland, Glasscock, Sterling, Coke, Runnels, Coleman, Brown, Reagan, Irion, Tom Green, Concho, McCulloch, San Saba, Schleicher, and Menard counties. The Inspection Manager manages a team of 18 field inspectors and oversees daily inspection operations, including technical inspections, incident and accident investigations, complaint investigations, special site inspections, industry outreach, and compliance with state statutes, safety rules, adopted national standards, and federal requirements. The position also performs site visits according to an annual inspection schedule and provides guidance to industry on applicable requirements. Work is performed under moderate supervision of the AFS Director, with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Job Duties

• Manage the activities of the AFS Inspection team
• Oversee and implement quality control procedures for inspections.
• Establish individual and team goals that align with the LBB metrics; develop and approve standards and priorities for achieving goals.
• Ensure Inspection staff are adequately trained, develop training plans, and utilize the Commission's professional development resources.
• Monitor the workload and pace of the Inspection team and adjust assignments and inspections accordingly.
• Provide educational outreach at conferences, training facilities, and similar events on AFS oversight.
• Review and monitor the AFS Operations Budget with the AFS Director and coordinate/track required inspector needs and purchases.
• Review and manage the weekly inspection reports, investigations, and special projects.
• Perform inspections on a cadence agreed to with the AFS Director in response to department needs.
• Respond to inquiries regarding rules, regulations, policies, and procedures from the general public, Government Agencies, municipalities, associations, etc.
• For initial training, overnight travel of 50% or more may be required in the first six months.
• Must have scheduling flexibility to be oncall as needed to respond to emergency situations and coordinate incident/accident investigations.
• Utilize a stateissued laptop computer to schedule work assignments, complete reports, and telecommute.
• Operate a stateissued vehicle with extensive driving and field work as needed.
• Applicants must reside in any of the Counties of District 3, while reporting to the Austin office as required.
• Training for LPG, CNG, and LNG will be provided, and any previous training will be validated. The managementlevel certification exams will be administered in written or electronic format. You will be required to pass these tests with a minimum score of 80% for the CNG Cat 3 exam, 80% for the LNG Cat 35 exam, and 85% for the LPG Cat E exam. The individual is given 2 chances to pass the exams with the required score.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a standard senior high school or G.E.D.
• 10 or more years of technical/inspection experience working with LPG/CNG/LNG fuels.
• 5 years of experience in the management of a technical business function, division, or department.
• A valid Texas Driver's License.
• Must reside in, or be willing to relocate to, one of the Counties in District 3.
• Ability to work MondayFriday, 8:00 AM¿5:00 PM, with occasional flexible hours, nights, and weekends.
• Experience and education may substitute for each other on a yearforyear basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• BA/BS degree from an accredited fouryear college or university in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Corrosion Technology, or another jobrelated field.
• Current in the following Alternative Fuel Certifications: Category E, Category 35, Category 3.
• Certified as a Pro Board Fire Instructor with the Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX).
• Demonstrated experience in crossfunctional leadership, management alignment, and complex problemsolving.
• Experience in the alternative fuel industry, alternative fuel regulatory functions, and Railroad Commission rules and procedures.
• Knowledge of Texas Administrative Code, Title 16, Chapters 9, 13, and 14; knowledge of NFPA 54, 58, 52, 55, and 59A.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to manage inspection activities: to establish goals and objectives; to devise solutions to technical problems; to develop and evaluate administrative policies and procedures; to prepare reports; and to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to work with department budgets and forecast/track team needs.
• Working knowledge and understanding of alternative fuels.
• Skill in giving presentations to audiences from 10 to 200 people.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills.
• Ability to travel overnight on a regular basis is required as necessary to complete work assignments.
• Ability to effectively communicate (both verbally and in writing) technical information to a variety of audiences.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions; climb, stoop, and reach low and high areas; crawl in cramped quarters, and lift or move up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to walk and stand for considerable lengths of time is required while conducting inspections and other assigned duties.
• Ability to address issues/concerns in a professional manner.
• Ability to maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to respond to highpressure situations and meet changing demands and timelines.
• .Ability to work effectively on a team, both as a leader and as a member.
• Ability to learn regulations and standards. This includes the ability to pass required quizzes and exams at or above the required scores.
• Proficiency in the use of computer systems utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and database systems, as well as the use of standard office equipment.

Additional Information

Work Hours: Standard office hours for Commission employees are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our agency offers alternate schedules for employees, as long as it does not adversely affect operations and service levels, and standard hours of operation are maintained. The Commission may also offer telework based on the agency's approved Telework Plan. Alternate work schedules may be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview process.

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Remarks:

• There is one available position.
• Official transcripts, DD214 or DD1300, copies of license/certifications, or other minimum requirement validations will be requested at the time of the job offer.
• Criminal background checks will be conducted on all final candidates. An applicant who has been convicted of a criminal offense relevant to the position may be disqualified from employment.