What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager, Fuel Assurance Field Inspector Senior - 518404 position at Tennessee Valley Authority?
External - Posting Description
Program Manager, Fuel Assurance Field Inspector Senior - 518404
Organization: Generation
Department: Coal Operations
Work Location: Chattanooga, TN
Relocation: Relocation benefits are offered for this position and will be aligned with federal travel regulations.
Posting Open: 04/28/2026
Posting Close: 04/30/2026 at 11:59 PM EST
Salary: Competitive
The ideal candidate would have background and knowledge of operational and commercial aspects of mining, delivery, and usage of coal and reagents at utility power plants. The candidate should have strong communication and technical skills with the ability to coordinate activities with both internal and external stakeholders that may impact contractual compliance, financial position, or delivery and utilization of fuel and reagents. The candidate would be a self-directed, independent thinker with the ability to maintain high flexibility and to prioritize work based on compliance deadlines and an ever-changing fuel supply environment. The candidate should expect 60-70% of time in the field, with 40-50% in overnight travel status (dependent on candidate’s duty location).
Position Purpose
Responsible for monitoring, fraud detection, contractual compliance and efficiency improvement activities related to delivery, storage and handling of fuel and reagent materials necessary to operate TVA’s fossil-fired generating units. Works independently at remote locations and TVA plants and is the primary interface between TVA and its fuel providers. Successful execution of duties involves establishing and implementing various strategies and tactics based upon extensive, in-depth knowledge of mining and its support industries to share market information, formulate contractual strategy, evaluate risk, investigate threats to fuel supply, and to support improvement initiatives at TVA sites. Interacts on a daily basis with fuel and transportation vendors, Power Operations, Corporate Accounting, Office of General Counsel, Office of Inspector General, and corporate office coal and gas operations. Provides expert capabilities in mining and shipping operations, contracting and measurement/weighing standards and practices. Successful execution of duties will positively impact TVA’s fuel budget and fossil plant operations. No supervision of TVA employees is expected.
Principal Accountabilities
Education – Bachelor of Science/Arts degree in Business, Engineering or the equivalent in education training and work experience.
Experience – Prefer 10 years experience in coal mine operations, fuel or transportation marketing, logistics, measurement, engineering or contract administration or the equivalent with at least 3 years of progressive management experience w/professional/technical or operational personnel or the equivalent.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities — Capability to work independently with minimal supervision within area of responsibility or on special projects or investigations. Ability to quickly establish good working relationships with TVA fuel and transportation vendors. Thorough knowledge of appropriate ASTM and Handbook 44 designations governing all aspects of coal measurement and analysis. Basic computer skills. Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position / access requirements and essential job functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity
TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
How To Claim Vet Preference
If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.
How To Submit Documentation
Program Manager, Fuel Assurance Field Inspector Senior - 518404
Organization: Generation
Department: Coal Operations
Work Location: Chattanooga, TN
Relocation: Relocation benefits are offered for this position and will be aligned with federal travel regulations.
Posting Open: 04/28/2026
Posting Close: 04/30/2026 at 11:59 PM EST
Salary: Competitive
The ideal candidate would have background and knowledge of operational and commercial aspects of mining, delivery, and usage of coal and reagents at utility power plants. The candidate should have strong communication and technical skills with the ability to coordinate activities with both internal and external stakeholders that may impact contractual compliance, financial position, or delivery and utilization of fuel and reagents. The candidate would be a self-directed, independent thinker with the ability to maintain high flexibility and to prioritize work based on compliance deadlines and an ever-changing fuel supply environment. The candidate should expect 60-70% of time in the field, with 40-50% in overnight travel status (dependent on candidate’s duty location).
Position Purpose
Responsible for monitoring, fraud detection, contractual compliance and efficiency improvement activities related to delivery, storage and handling of fuel and reagent materials necessary to operate TVA’s fossil-fired generating units. Works independently at remote locations and TVA plants and is the primary interface between TVA and its fuel providers. Successful execution of duties involves establishing and implementing various strategies and tactics based upon extensive, in-depth knowledge of mining and its support industries to share market information, formulate contractual strategy, evaluate risk, investigate threats to fuel supply, and to support improvement initiatives at TVA sites. Interacts on a daily basis with fuel and transportation vendors, Power Operations, Corporate Accounting, Office of General Counsel, Office of Inspector General, and corporate office coal and gas operations. Provides expert capabilities in mining and shipping operations, contracting and measurement/weighing standards and practices. Successful execution of duties will positively impact TVA’s fuel budget and fossil plant operations. No supervision of TVA employees is expected.
Principal Accountabilities
- Provides on-site monitoring of coal, coal transportation, coal transloading and blending vendor facilities on a routine, random basis, using expert skills to monitor vendor contract compliance, fuel measurement activity compliance and debris separation activities.
- Observes vendor coal mining, washing, sizing, blending and shipment processes for possible fraudulent activities
- Takes appropriate contractual actions on the basis of field observations.
- Employs knowledge of coal qualities, plant specification constraints, transportation capabilities and supply chain risk characteristics to develop and implement optimal fuel and reagent delivery activities.
- Utilizes mining operational background in evaluating and developing responses to vendor force majeure claims.
- Provides field intelligence relative to fuel and related transportation vendors, as well as competitors in the development of short-term price forecasts and coal acquisition activities.
- Solves unique and complex supply chain problems through quick actions enabled by expert knowledge as field conditions dictate.
- Works independently from locations geographically remote from corporate facilities; maintains own office and support facilities and equipment.
- Anticipates fuel and reagent acquisition and supply chain issues and provides field intellegence to facilitate favorable outcomes.
- Makes judgments on a regular basis relative to vendor claims pertaining to contract performance and changes in applicable laws that may affect vendor costs.
- Supports inventory drawdown, reclamation and improvement projects for plants
Education – Bachelor of Science/Arts degree in Business, Engineering or the equivalent in education training and work experience.
Experience – Prefer 10 years experience in coal mine operations, fuel or transportation marketing, logistics, measurement, engineering or contract administration or the equivalent with at least 3 years of progressive management experience w/professional/technical or operational personnel or the equivalent.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities — Capability to work independently with minimal supervision within area of responsibility or on special projects or investigations. Ability to quickly establish good working relationships with TVA fuel and transportation vendors. Thorough knowledge of appropriate ASTM and Handbook 44 designations governing all aspects of coal measurement and analysis. Basic computer skills. Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position / access requirements and essential job functions.
Equal Employment Opportunity
TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA’s Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
Drug-Free Workplace
All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace . TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).
How To Claim Vet Preference
If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form TVA 3595. If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position.
How To Submit Documentation
- Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process.
- Email documents to [email protected]