Energy Resources Compliance Specialist

First review of applications will be Monday, December 15, 2025.

An Energy Resources Compliance Specialist is an entry‑level classification that learns to plan, develop, and train the Energy Resources Department employees regarding Operator Qualification (gas and electric), Electrical Apprenticeship Program, and all regulatory requirements. This classification works closely with the Energy Resources Compliance Coordinator in developing, coordinating, and participating in specialized, technical, and general utilities (gas and electric) training and development.

This class is supervised by the Energy Resources Compliance Coordinator and reviewed through conferences, observations, customer feedback, reports, and overall results achieved. The class is FLSA exempt‑administrative.

• Conduct needs‑analyses
• Develop training programs and modules
• Create hands‑on simulations
• Create training presentations
• Revise and update training modules as changes are made to CFR Part 192, Operations and Maintenance Manual, Emergency Plan Review, or other policies
• Facilitate individual and group training
• Develop, coordinate, evaluate, and deliver training to utilities employees, customer service employees, and contractors performing covered tasks (e.g., operator qualification, fusion and welding certification, professional development hours)
• Perform on‑site inspections related to abnormal operating conditions and take necessary steps with homeowners, businesses, or City staff to resolve outstanding issues
• Facilitate meetings
• Act as an advisor and review or consult on training
• Review new tools, programs, equipment, and safety gear
• Participate in special events, public presentations, and other educational events

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Business Management, Organizational Management, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of full‑time work experience in construction, maintenance, repair, and/or regulatory compliance of gas, electric, water, or wastewater/stormwater utility.

• Experience with natural gas and/or electric utility supply and delivery systems.
• Experience developing, coordinating, delivering, and evaluating training programs.

Must possess a valid Class D Arizona Driver’s License by hire or promotion date.

This class is subject to Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA) drug and alcohol testing as outlined in 49 CFR Part 199.

All employees of the City of Mesa are expected to uphold and exhibit the City’s shared employee values of Knowledge, Respect, and Integrity.