UTILITIES ELECTRIC OPERATIONS MANAGER (NON-CLASSIFIED)

UTILITIES ELECTRIC OPERATIONS MANAGER

(NON-CLASSIFIED) City of Riverside, CA - 4.0 Riverside, CA Job Details Full-time $184,188 - $257,436 a year 1 day ago Benefits AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Vision insurance Bereavement leave Life insurance Qualifications High school diploma or GED Supervising experience Crew management Full Job Description The Position The City of Riverside, Public Utilities Department (RPU) is accepting applications for the position of

UTILITIES ELECTRIC OPERATIONS MANAGER

(NON-CLASSIFIED) to fill one (1) vacancy in the Production & Operation Division. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. The City of Riverside Public Utilities Department is seeking a highly qualified and results oriented leader to fill the position of Utilities Electric Operations Manager in the Energy Delivery Division. The Utilities Electric Operations Manager Non-Classified is a direct report to the Assistant General Manager for Energy Delivery and oversees a staff of approximately 61 employees, primarily utility operations staff tasked with responsibilities over several aspects of operating the energy delivery system including Utility Dispatch/System Operations, SCADA, Substation Construction and Maintenance, and Substation Test Technicians. The 24x7x365 nature of this work, and the volume of work taking place on a continuous basis, requires someone with strong organizational and leadership skills. Under general direction, the Utilities Electric Operations Manager Non-Classified is to plan, coordinate, supervise and review the daily operation of the Electric System, including shifting electrical loads, switching electrical equipment and dispatching repair crews, As well as the construction, testing, maintenance and the repair of all substation electric-electronic equipment, SCADA computer system including hardware, software, system development, maintenance and repair. The incumbent is to do related work as required. For positions indicating a salary range from 1N - 2X, the top 15% of the pay range cannot be offered upon hire or upon an employee promotion. This position is designated as non-classified and is exempt from the classified service. The Incumbent shall be appointed "at-will" and serve at the pleasure of the City Manager. Work Performed Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assist in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and priorities. Plan, schedule, assign and supervise central substation operations and the installation, construction, testing, maintenance and repair of electrical substation equipment. Participate in conferences with engineers, other utilities and City staff regarding projects and project problems; review project plans and drawings with crew supervisors, making change recommendations based on field observation and operation problems; inspect field projects in progress and upon completion; provide technical advice and assistance on difficult work problems; evaluate work methods and procedures used in field operations, recommending improvements. Participate in the safety program and coordinate the training of apprentices. Preparation and administration of Production and Operations Fiscal Budgets. Maintain project and general operating records and prepare reports as required. Assist in the preparation of the Capital Improvement Plan. Select, supervise, train and evaluate subordinates.

Qualifications Education:

Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade, preferably supplemented by advanced course work in technical fields applicable to the electrical power field.

Experience:

Five years' supervisory experience in substation construction, maintenance or operation.

Highly Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field. Ten years of experience working in the utility industry. Selection Process

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION

1) Completed Employment Application 2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire 3) Resume and Letter of Interest

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( Application Guide). The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment. Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver's License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process. It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment. Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE :

The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university. Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options: An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/. An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university. All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

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