Director Natural Gas

Closes:

August 26, 2025

Job Description

Responsible for the strategic leadership of Natural Gas Operations, ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and safety. Builds strong relationships with employees, customers, leaders, and regulatory agencies. Oversees all aspects of gas operations including engineering, construction, maintenance, measurement, program management and compliance. Fosters a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

- Plans and directs the overall operation of the Natural Gas business unit towards the realization of annually planned and strategic goals. Collaborates on proactive strategies for gas opportunities throughout Avista’s service territory.

- Leads Avista’s gas engineering, operations, capital delivery programs and compliance functions.

- Ensures that Avista operates within the state and federal gas regulatory frameworks and that the company meets published requirements.

- Provides coordination and guidance for the Capital and the O&M budget creation and monitoring for the Natural Gas business unit.

- Engages in cross-functional and collaborative committees, programs and initiatives such as Labor Management and Joint Safety.

- Utilizes the Pipeline Safety Management System principles to ensure the safety of our pipeline system for communities and employees.

- Manages personnel including hiring, performance management, coaching, employee engagement, continuous education, training, and development.

- Establishes and maintains close working relationships with other functional directors to maintain alignment of the strategic direction of the overall company.

- Creates and implements systems and processes that monitor work to ensure that continuous quality service is delivered to all internal and external customers.

- Fosters a positive and supportive work culture; promotes inclusion and belonging in the workplace; and contributes to an environment of mutual respect.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university in engineering, business administration, operations management, or related degree.

- 7+ years progressively responsible related business experience - 3+ years of demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others to achieve objectives.

- Experience in a union environment is preferred.

- Effective and flexible written and verbal communication skills.

- Ability to establish goals and objectives.

- Ability to successfully develop and manage relationships at all levels of the organization and influence a variety of stakeholders.

- Demonstrated ability to lead and support change management initiatives.

- Ability to influence others, negotiate to a successful resolution, and engage in effective problem solving.

- Critical thinking skills, ability to deal with ambiguity, resolve complex problems, and effectively manage projects.

Other Combinations Of Education And Experience May Be Considered.

- May be required to travel to and from various offices and/or work sites.

- May be required to travel out of town on a periodic basis.

- May be required to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Hiring Range:

$161,720.00 to $215,595

The successful candidate will be required to work at a Avista facility at least 3 days per week including Mondays and Tuesdays with additional day(s) determined by the leader. This position requires an in-person presence to support team and on-site responsibilities. To Apply

We encourage you to apply as many of our positions have multiple levels to account for an incoming employee’s various knowledge, skills, and experience.

Complete an online application and attach your resume and cover letter to your profile

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Total Rewards

At Avista, our employees are the foundation of our success. Their dedication drives the value we deliver to our customers and communities. That’s why we prioritize the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our team members and their families.

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support every stage of life and career. Our offerings include:

- Affordable healthcare options including medical, dental, and vision coverage

- Retirement benefits with an enhanced 401(k) match

- Incentive and bonus programs rewarding performance and contributions

- Generous paid time off including holidays, personal days, and vacation

- Life and disability insurance for added peace of mind

- Wellness resources supporting mental and physical health

- Education and development support including tuition assistance

- Community giving programs encouraging employee engagement and impact

- Many other elective benefits from Legal insurance, Pet insurance, and more

To learn more, please visit our benefits website at https://avistabenefits.com/.

We are committed to maintaining a competitive and equitable total rewards package that attracts and retains a diverse, skilled, and engaged workforce.

In compliance with state laws, we provide the full salary range for each position, along with the typical hiring range based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. The full salary range for this position is $161,720 to $215,895. Questions regarding compliance with this requirement can be directed to humanresources@avistacorp.com

. Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug test, background check and motor vehicle records review.

This position is considered safety-sensitive under the Department of Transportation regulations 49 CFR Part 40 and may be subject to pre-employment drug and/or alcohol testing as well as other testing and training requirements as mandated by federal law.

Avista’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Avista is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds, and we are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age, sensory, mental or physical disability (unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification), Veteran status or any other classification protected by nondiscrimination laws.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment process. Avista will make reasonable accommodation to assist a qualified person with a disability in the job application, interview process, and to perform the essential functions of the job whenever possible, where undue hardship would not be created for Avista. Please contact us at humanresources@avistacorp.com if you would like assistance.