Specialist, Field Data Ops Support

The purpose of this position is to develop, manage, and coordinate field-facing, asset inspection, data collection and data maintenance initiatives for Southern Company Gas (Gas); to oversee data transfer activities within Gas asset inspection and asset management applications. This role provides field data coordinator support across a variety of programs – including but not limited to Asset Protection, GIS, Legacy Cross Bore, Leak Survey and Emissions Survey. This role also provides strategic and technical direction in the development/maintenance of field asset data collection applications to support GIS, Field Operations, Compliance, Sustainability, R&D, and other stakeholders.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates and supports the maintenance of asset field inspection data collection applications
• Importing data into Maximo
• Provides content and document management via various applications
• Serves as Subject Matter Expert on asset field inspection data collection requests and outlines requirements
• Assists with the execution of field application testing and the documentation of defects
• Completes post review and editing of field collected data as needed
• Supports the development of IT systems and applications related to asset data, asset performance, compliance assurance, and/or operational efficiency
• Maintains PHMSA regulation knowledge and experience including 49 CFR Part 192
• Demonstrates ability to enhance program management functions by pursuing opportunities for improvement of existing methods, tools, or workflows
• Audits the performance of leak survey (in accordance with the Leak Survey Manual)
• Develop queries and reports from mobile advanced leak detection (MALD) vendor provided, cloud-based customer platforms
• Operates and maintains GPS hardware, software, and equipment
• Ensures data transfers into the gas leak survey application are established and functional
• Supports Program Managers with field inspection data collection, management, reporting, and visualization
• Analyzes current business processes and system data to recommend best practice field inspection data collection solutions
• Interfaces with the Technology Organization and vendors for the MALD technologies to drive improvements in the collection, reporting, and data analytics solutions for MALD survey data
• Develops and maintains dashboards, forms, and sites in executing QA/QC of the various field inspection and maintenance programs
• Provides subject matter expertise on GAS geospatial field inspection data collection issues (GLS enhancements, GIS and other technology strategy, process improvements, etc.)
• Builds and maintains cohesive working relationships with internal and external, application customers

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Geography/GIS, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, Engineering or related discipline or 5+ years of relevant work experience in data analytics and visualization with data quality control/assurance

Preferred:

• 2+ years pipeline or local distribution company experience
• Master’s degree in Geography, Computer Science, Engineering or related technical field.

Related Work Experience:

Required:

• Working knowledge of some combination of the following applications: ESRI ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcSDE, GLS, Maximo, Smartsheet, Excel and Power BI
• Effective written/verbal communication
• Work with existing job aids and standards and assist development and roll-out of new procedures as needed
• Proven organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Assist in the development and deployment of field data collection systems including Esri mobile applications, pending Maximo program module releases, and/or leak survey applications
• Experience with field GPS, leak survey, emissions survey, and cross bore data collection activities
• Experience with content and document management applications with integrations into workflow

Specific Skills & Knowledge:

Required:

• Geoprocessing and spatial analysis skills
• Esri ArcGIS Online – intermediate proficiency
• MS Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) – advanced proficiency
• Maximo – intermediate proficiency
• Click mobile application – basic understanding
• SQL RDBMS – intermediate proficiency
• SmartSheets – intermediate proficiency
• Microsoft PowerBI – intermediate proficiency
• Content/Document Management system – intermediate proficiency
• TEAMS/SharePoint – intermediate proficiency
• Relational database management systems – intermediate proficiency
• Financial Accounting – intermediate proficiency
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies
• Ability to function independently and as a team leader
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and changing priorities
• Ability to work effectively with limited direct supervision

Preferred:

• GLS – advanced proficiency
• GCMA data tables – intermediate proficiency
• AR data tables – intermediate proficiency
• Field Quality Assurance audit execution – intermediate proficiency
• Large scale data conversion project team experience

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• 50% office 50% field

Disclaimer: This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job; responsibilities may be changed or added without advance notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

About Southern Company Gas

Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com .

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 17717

Job Category: Gas Pipeline Operations & Maintenance

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Virginia Natural Gas