Job Description

Nature of Work

Under general supervision, performs conducts complex inspections of the physical plan, property, operational procedures and records of public utilities, licensed motor carriers, railroads and pipeline operators regulated by the Public Service Commission (PSC). Supervision may be exercised over other utility inspectors. The work may involve exposure to hazardous materials and work environments. Travel in a designated region of the state is required. Performs related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics:
This position performs as the lead worker by supervising and training other utilities inspectors and personnel.

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IMPORTANT: Your eligible score will be based on information provided in your application; therefore, make sure your application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section.

ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter.

Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.

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Examples of Work

• Supervises the work of other utilities inspectors.
• Performs complex inspections of utilities properties and equipment, operating procedures and records.
• Determines compliance with codes, laws and regulations governing utilities.
• Performs vehicle and safety inspections on motor carriers regulated by PSC.
• Reports violations and explains requirements and procedures to obtain compliance. Initiates prosecution of violators and testifies in court or before the Public Service Commission.
• Performs inspections and investigations and maintains appropriate records.
• Trains other utility inspectors.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the facilities and operations of the assigned utility area.
• Knowledge of the codes, laws and regulations of the assigned utility area.
• Ability to conduct inspections and investigations of utility properties, operations and records.
• Ability to supervise the work of others.
• Ability to prepare written reports of inspections and investigations.
• Ability to maintain appropriate records.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with utility officials, employees and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a major in business administration, accounting, finance, economics, or mathematics.

Substitution: Experience as described below may substitute for the required training on a year-for-year basis.
Experience: Four years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid employment in utility accounting, utility auditing, or financial and economic analysis with a public utility, regulatory agency or private accounting firm; or six years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid employment in other areas of accounting or auditing.

Substitution: A Master\'s Degree in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, or mathematics or approval as a Certified Public Accountant may be substituted for the required experience.

NOTICE: If you are claiming college or other post-high school education or license, you MUST attach or provide by mail a legible copy of your OFFICIAL education transcript, license or training record. YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR EMPLOYMENT UNTIL THIS VERIFICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. To avoid missing a job opportunity, it is important that you provide this verification as soon as possible. You only have to provide this verification one time. It is not required with every application. Attach documents to the online application, or via email to: applicantservices@wv.gov, FAX: 304-957-0396, or mail to: Division of Personnel, Building 3, Suite 500, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Charleston, WV 25305.

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