**Job Description** **WGL - Sr. Director, Regional Leader (Openings for Washington DC, Maryland & Virginia)** Washington Gas is currently searching for 3 Sr Directors to lead our respective Regional Operations in Washington, DC, Maryland & Virginia **.** All three roles will be based out of our Springfield, VA location with the ability to travel within the respective territory. As the Sr. Director, Regional Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing daily operations and driving the strategic direction of field operations in your designated region. This role combines leadership expertise, strategic vision, and gas operations knowledge to ensure high-quality service delivery, a safe and engaged workforce, regulatory compliance, and the achievement of financial objectives. You will represent the region in interactions with regulatory commissions, community leaders, state representatives, and other stakeholders. **Key Responsibilities:** + **Leadership and Strategy:** Collaborate with executive leadership to define operational KPIs, set strategic goals, and ensure alignment with the company’s overall vision. Develop and execute strategies for operational and financial performance, including business goals, workforce plans, and budgets. Foster a culture of safety, quality, and customer-focused service. + **Operational Efficiency:** Oversee daily field operations within the designated jurisdictions. Develop and maintain efficient workflows, procedures, and systems to optimize resource allocation, labor utilization, and equipment management. Monitor workforce utilization and productivity, identify operational bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions. Lead continuous improvement efforts to optimize project workflows, reduce waste, and implement industry best practices. Evaluate new tools, equipment, and techniques to improve service quality and efficiency. + **Financial and Budget Management:** Develop, manage, and track operational budgets for the designated jurisdiction. Address variances and review monthly performance metrics to ensure financial targets are met. Work with managers to review resource allocation, track expenses, and ensure efficient service delivery within allocated budgets. Implement cost-control measures without sacrificing service quality or safety standards. + **Compliance, Safety, and Risk Management:** Oversee 24/7 emergency response to safeguard the public and property from gas leaks, outages, and other emergencies. Ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations related to field and meter services. Maintain a strong safety culture by developing safety protocols, conducting regular training, and ensuring adherence to safety guidelines. + **Customer Satisfaction & Stakeholder Management:** Oversee service delivery to ensure timely communication, quality service, and resolution of customer issues. Work closely with Customer Service, Sales, and support teams to meet and exceed customer expectations. Foster strong relationships with customers, employees, community officials, business leaders, and regulatory agencies. + **Team Management and Development:** Provide leadership to managers in your region, mentoring them to foster team development and deliver measurable results. Work with HR on recruiting, training, and retaining top talent. Establish clear performance goals, conduct performance evaluations, and provide continuous feedback to team members. **Qualifications:** + Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience. + 10+ years of leadership experience in the natural gas utility industry. + Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. + In-depth knowledge of utility operations, including distribution, transmission, and storage, regulatory compliance, and industry best practices. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience. + Experience with regulatory commissions and government agencies. + Experience in Field Operations, Capital Projects, Construction, or Engineering. + Crisis management and emergency response experience. We offer a competitive salary range of $211,000.00 to $321,500.00 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply **Why work at AltaGas?** **AltaGas** is a North American energy infrastructure company with a focus on owning and operating assets that provide clean and affordable energy to our customers. AltaGas assets include Washington Gas/WGL, SEMCO, and Petrogas. Our talented team, nearly 3,000 strong, leverages the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses to new markets around the world. We deliver clean and affordable natural gas to approximately 1.7 million customers’ homes and businesses through regulated natural gas distribution utilities across four jurisdictions in the United States and two regulated natural gas storage utilities in the United States. Learn more about our team, vision, and strategy. _To learn more about our mission: https://youtu.be/k1mrKDdsYW8?si=y1k3NOyHxgf4emdL_ **For Canadian hires** : AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. **For U.S. hires** : WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role. U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. AltaGas is a leading energy infrastructure company with a footprint in some of North America’s most strategic energy markets. Our strategy is simple: to leverage the strength of our assets and expertise along the energy value chain to connect customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers to the doorsteps of homes and businesses, and to new markets around the world.