Description

Job Summary
Incumbents direct, coordinate, and manage the activities and operations of the distribution and transmission facilities within the Electric teams. Responsibilities may include establishing business strategies; coordinating cross-functional projects and programs; establishing and monitoring budgets; and allocating resources across the activities of all lower-level positions within all Operations. Responsibilities also include upholding and enforcing the highest of safety standards as set forth in the American Public Power Association (APPA) Safety Manual and any other safety policies, rules, and regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Directs and oversees staff, including prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and making hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations and actions.

 Establishes strategy and direction for the day-to-day operations within the areas of Operations, which includes developing, coordinating, and evaluating projects, processes, procedures, systems, and standards; developing and coordinating work plans and system studies; participating in the development of goals and objectives; and, monitoring compliance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, regulations, codes, and/or standards.

 Working with the Systems Engineer to plan and coordinate electrical system modification and repair activities, which include establishing short-term goals and internal procedures; responding to power outages; restoring power; prioritizing projects; and reviewing and coordinating work plans.

 Prepares and administers departmental and project budgets; forecasts staffing, equipment, and material expenses for budget planning; monitors expenditures and adjusts budget items as necessary.

 Plans and evaluates short and long-term goals, programs, and projects

 Prepares a variety of operational records and reports; presents information as needed to provide a thorough, yet clear, understanding of material at hand for a variety of audiences

 Reviews and analyzes reports and information; develops and implements new and revised policies and procedures; Prepares a variety of operational records and reports; presents information as needed to provide a thorough, yet clear, understanding of material at hand for a variety of audiences

Performs other duties as assigned of a similar nature or to provide assistance as needed & remains on call as needed to provide support and supervision to the system 24-hour standby as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

      Knowledgeable of and Skilled in Leadership Principles

      Knowledgeable of and Skilled in Budgeting principles and practices

      Skilled in leading, coaching, and Managerial principles, monitoring and evaluating employees, prioritizing and assigning work

      Skilled in managing comprehensive programs, initiatives, and Operations

      Skilled in maintaining confidentiality

      Knowledgeable of Occupational hazards and Safety Regulations associated with electrical transmission and distribution

      Knowledgeable of and skilled in the ability to strategically plan long-range projects and projections while managing Actionable items to accomplish goals

      Knowledgeable of CDE Lightband electrical systems, operations, and emergency situations

      Knowledgeable of and Skilled in construction tools and methods used for Electric transmission and distribution line construction and maintenance

      Knowledge of and Skilled in Electric utility operating methods

      Knowledgeable of Manpower, equipment, and material management and utilization principles

      Knowledgeable of and Skilled in Customer Service practices and principles

      Knowledgeable of and Skilled in Public Speaking and Presentation Skills, and related software

      Knowledgeable of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations

      Skilled in preparing and monitoring a budget

      Skilled in Prioritizing and Assigning Work

      Skilled in Basic Computer and related software applications

      Skilled in Planning, Designing, and overseeing the construction and installation of electric & fiber utility systems and facilities

      Skilled in coordinating assignments and remaining calm and professional in emergency situations

      Skilled in Organizing and presenting data, preparing operational records and reports.

      Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.

      Ability to work independently and individually

      Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both in writing and through the spoken word.

      Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems

      Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task

      Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety

      Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

      Ability to allocate authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate people.

      Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.

      Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions

Requirements

Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Experience: 10+ Years’ Experience with progressively responsible related experience, preferably in an electric utility. Min 2 years Supervisory Experience, 5 years preferred
Certifications & Licenses: Driver’s License / CPR/AED or ability to obtain upon hire
Other Requirements: An equivalent combination of education and experience is sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job, also considered