What We Are Looking For

This position will manage rate and tariff-related matters for various interstate natural gas pipelines, including Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company, L.L.C.

What You Will Do

• Provide regulatory support to pipeline unit leaders in support of day-to-day operations.
• Assist in compilation of cost-revenue studies and rate case studies for various interstate gas pipelines utilizing accounting and budget information.
• Communicate to internal departments regarding FERC policies related to rate and tariff matters and ensure compliance with the policies.
• Develop rate, fuel, and tariff structures for new services and pipeline expansion projects.
• Serve as the department's lead in the preparation and coordination of FERC filings (rate cases, rate and tariff components of certificate filings, tariff and associated compliance filings).
• Assess rates of return earned on regulated assets.
• Manage and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• Gather and compile the necessary information to complete timely responses to data requests from regulatory agencies.
• Represent the Company in regulatory hearings (including appearing as a \"live\" witness) and negotiations with FERC staff and customers.
• Monitor, analyze, and make recommendations regarding the need to file or revise rates and tariffs while considering the Company's business strategy and federal regulatory compliance requirements.
• May participate in or complete special projects as occasionally assigned.
• Occasional travel away from the assigned area may be required.
• Other related duties as assigned.

What You Need

Education:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Education in FERC and/or utility accounting is desirable.
• Education in technical areas of natural gas utility operations is desirable.

Experience / specific knowledge:

• Minimum 10 years direct work experience with rates and tariffs in a natural gas industry environment is required and may also include but is not limited to working on the development of a pipeline's cost of service and rate design.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and leading teams.
• Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes, with the ability to identify and resolve complex and sensitive regulatory (rate/tariff) issues/problems.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook) is essential.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, oral and written, with ability to communicate with a variety of individuals and personalities both internal and outside the organization.
• Ability to take directions from supervisor(s), focus attention on details, follow work rules and adhere to work schedule.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily work and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks and meet time deadlines.
• Ability to perform the required and expected duties with little direct supervision.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the Company and its insurers.
• Successful completion of background check and drug screening.

Preferred education, experience, certifications, competencies, skills, and abilities:
Above the minimum requirements, not required but advantageous in this position:

• Regulatory relations experience with FERC and/or State Public Utility Commissions.
• Negotiation and public speaking experience will be considered.

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com .