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jObLINE Career OppOrtunities in rates and regulatory affairs arena for natural gas and/or electric distribution companies and maintain knowledge and awareness of current industry issues and initiatives. Be capable of working in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment. Be capable of developing and supporting team personnel as well as engaging and developing required internal and external business partner resources and activities. Have high standards for work product and ethical standards. Possess key qualities such as: vision, superior communication skills, excellent analytical capabilities, negotiating capabilities and critical/ strategic thinking. send résumé and salary requirements to: employment@ ugi.com. no phone calls please. UGI is an EEO/AA M/F/D/V employer. mAr05 GaS ENGINEEr—consulting firm based in Maine and with office in Duluth, Ga., is looking for experienced gas engineers. mid-career and recent retirees with an engineering, operations and/ or construction background are needed. Pe license is a plus. immediate positions are part-time and may become full-time. Please apply at www.woodardcurran.com. mAr07 GENEraL maNaGEr—city Utilities is responsible for the generation, transmission and distribution of electric power; the acquisition, transportation and distribution of natural gas; the storage, treatment and distribution of water; broadband services; and the operation of the bus transportation system for the City of Springfield. The general manager is responsible for the effective operations of city Utilities as a whole and for advising and making recommendations to the Board of Public Utilities regarding organizational activities and policies. A four-year degree from a college or university is required. Ten years of responsible management experience is required in the operation and management of a multidisciplined or regional utility. This experience must be in any of the following: • Background in operations and management of a fully integrated electric system, which includes generation, transmission and distribution. • Background in operations and management of a fully integrated natural gas system, including construction, operations and acquisition. • Background in the distribution, operation and management of a fully integrated water system, including water supply and treatment. experience in the operation and management of a municipal utility is desired. experience and extensive knowledge of the structure and operation of federal, state and local governments—including experience in legislative, administrative agency rule-making procedures and establishment of rates—are required. City Utilities offers a competitive salary and benefits package. For more information and to apply, visit http://www.cityutilities.net/ career/gmsearch.htm. City Utilities is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. mAr09 KEY accOUNTS maNaGEr— Vermont Gas Systems Inc. is looking for an experienced key accounts manager who can provide superior customer service, maintain strong relationships with our key accounts and develop new business opportunities. responsibilities include: • Contract negotiations, pricing, energy efficiency programs, technology review and collections. • Identify and pursue sales and energy efficiencies to improve system load factor. • Work with local and state economic development organizations to attract and retain businesses in Vermont Gas service territory. • Act as project manager to develop and implement new business opportunities. • Monitor key account industries for opportunities and threats, including participation in industry/ trade organizations. The ideal candidate must possess: bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or engineering. Five to 10 years of direct sales and customer service experience, preferably in a technical sales environment. Strong project management experience. Proven record of developing business opportunities. Please submit your cover letter, résumé and a non-union VGS job application online at http:// www.vermontgas.com/about/ employment.html, or via mail to: Listings may be posted on AGA’s website for 90 days and in one issue of american Gas. Rates: AGA member companies: $150 for up to 50 words, $1 per additional word; nonmembers: $250 for up to 50 words, $2 per additional word. All ads must be prepaid. Unless noted, the code following each listing ensures confidentiality and should be referenced in correspondence. To submit a listing to Jobline, please visit www.aga.org. DIrEcTOr, raTES—UGi Utilities inc., located in reading, Pa., seeks an experienced candidate for director, rates. responsibilities of successful candidate will include: • Define, oversee and direct all rate and regulatory personnel and activities for UGI’s four business units in accordance and compliance with established tariffs, regulations, policies and procedures; provide related expert witness testimony and negotiation facilitation as required; address ad-hoc issue resolution across the company and with third-party business associates and customers. • Direct the preparation, filing and administration of all required filings and reports with the Pennsylvania PUC, Maryland PSC and, as related to electric transmission, with PJm and Ferc. • Oversee and direct the review, design, development and implementation of UGi rate structures and mechanisms, including firm and interruptible retail and transportation service offerings as well as net metering and real-time pricing; inclusive of small “choice” service offerings and supplier management activities. • ensure timeliness and ac- curacy of all work products and rate management activities in accordance with regulatory requirements and internal needs, including SOX compliance. • Participate as UGI’s representative/advocate in related industry group activities (Energy Association of Pennsylvania, American Gas Association, etc.); Pennsylvania PUc and maryland Psc rulemaking activities, working groups and collaborative activities; develop and present associated UGi positions; coordinate UGi positions with other natural gas distribution companies and electric distribution companies as required; coordinate activities with UGI government affairs as required. Develop, maintain and leverage associated professional relationships in support of these activities. • Assist in and direct the development and execution of business strategies in support of company goals and objectives, including the development of executive management support. candidate will: Hold a Bs or BA degree in engineering, finance, economics or technical equivalent with and, optionally but preferred, MBA, MS or JD. Have a minimum of 5+ years’ successful experience 34 march 2011 AmericAn GAs http://www.cityutilities.net/career/gmsearch.htm http://www.cityutilities.net/career/gmsearch.htm http://www.aga.org http://www.woodardcurran.com http://www.vermontgas.com/about/employment.html http://www.vermontgas.com/about/employment.html http://www.vermontgas.com/about/employment.html

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of American Gas - March 2011

American Gas - March 2011
Contents
President’s Message Greetings
Industry News
Safety First Keeping Safety First
To Be the Best To Your Credit
Ask AGA The Value of Participation
A Passion for Excellence
Vendor News
Noteworthies
Marketplace
Places to Be
Jobline
Advertisers’ Index
Facts on Gas

American Gas - March 2011