Gas Confirmation Specialist I
Description
The purpose of this position is to ensure that the appropriate nominated gas volumes are confirmed and scheduled with both the supplying pipelines and the Southern Company gas utilities. This includes confirming, scheduling, tracking and reporting the flow of natural gas, primarily between the pipeline and the local distribution companies.
This position may be filled as Associate Gas Confirmation (GSN1 - 06) or Gas Confirmation Specialist (GSN1 - 07). Individuals who demonstrate advanced skills in terms of work experience, education, and certifications may be eligible for the more advanced position.
This position could sit in Atlanta, GA or Naperville, IL
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES BY COMPETENCY
Functional Expertise:
Utilize Company and pipeline EBBs to review nominated volumes and determine volumes that should be confirmed and scheduled for both Southern Company Gas and Nicor utilities.
Use applicable business rules to evaluate what volumes should flow when volumes do not match between Company and pipeline companies.
Assist in finalizing supply/consumption volumes mid-month/end of month and posting alerts associated with trading periods.
Provide customer service to marketers as needed after hours and weekends.
Business Acumen:
Have a working knowledge of the operating characteristics of the assets being nominated by the shippers.
Review final volume reports to verify that the supply volumes were scheduled accurately and completely.
Engagement:
Collaborates with pipeline scheduling groups, as well as shippers to effectively resolve nomination/scheduling issues.
Communicates final scheduled volumes along with any specific supply issues with Gas Control and others as required. This is done for each of the five scheduling cycles each day.
Discusses operating system issues with the IT support group and IT security personnel as required.
Driving Results:
Conduct daily activities in a way that ensures processes are followed for consistent results.
Create action plans that fill gaps in processes where adjustments need to be made.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Certifications/Licenses:
ASSOCIATE GAS CONFIRMATION SPECIALIST
Required: High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred: Working knowledge of the Internet. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel.
GAS CONFIRMATION SPECIALIST
Required: High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred: Working knowledge of the Internet. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel.
Related Work Experience:
ASSOCIATE GAS CONFIRMATION SPECIALIST
Required: None
Preferred: Gas industry experience.
Applicant may possess a combination of equivalent education and work experience.
GAS CONFIRMATION SPECIALIST
Required: 1 years of Gas Operations or related experience.
Preferred: 3 years of Gas Operations or related experience.
Applicant may possess a combination of equivalent education and work experience.
Specific Skills & Knowledge:
ASSOCIATE GAS CONFIRMATION SPECIALIST
Required: Ability to deliver quality work with limited supervision. This job entails meeting stringent deadlines throughout each day with accuracy.
Preferred: Experience dealing with pipeline and Company electronic bulletin boards.
GAS CONFIRMATION SPECIALIST
Required: Ability to deliver quality work with limited supervision. This job entails meeting stringent deadlines throughout each day with accuracy.
Preferred: Experience dealing with pipeline and Company electronic bulletin boards.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
This position does not require travel.
Weekend and holiday work is required.
12 hours shifts are required, and position works remotely.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.
Southern Company Gas provides for the energy needs of millions of U.S. households and businesses. As the largest natural gas-only distribution company in the United States, with more than 150 years of history behind us, we're working to ensure that Americans have access to an abundant, safely delivered supply of natural gas for decades to come. We offer our customers a wide range of energy services under one umbrella: seven regulated utilities as well as non-regulated businesses that offer retail, wholesale and storage services.
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy company serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries as of Jan. 1, 2019. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices below the national average. For more than a century, we have been building the future of energy and developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, advanced carbon capture technologies, natural gas, renewables, energy efficiency and storage technology. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation and a low-carbon future, Southern Company and its subsidiaries develop the customized energy solutions our customers and communities require to drive growth and prosperity. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and govern our business to the benefit of our world. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have been recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Defense, G.I. Jobs magazine, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, Forbes and the Women's Choice Award. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
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 Type: Standard
Primary Location: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Atlanta
Operating Company: Southern Company Gas
Other Locations: Illinois-Metro Chicago-Naperville
Job Type: Standard
Travel (Up to...): No
Union Covered: No
Work Location(s):
AGLR Corporate Office - 10 Peachtree Place NE (10AtlantaCODE)
10 Peachtree Place NE
Atlanta, 30309
G O Naperville - 1844 W Ferry Rd. (1844NapervilleCODE)
1844 W Ferry Rd.
Naperville, 60536
Req ID: GAS2004153
