Electric Utilities Director
Apply NowCompany: Town of Apex North Carolina
Location: Apex, NC 27502
Description:
TOWN OF APEX
invites applications for the position of:
Electric Utilities Director
ABOUT THIS POSITION:
EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: $127,396.00 - 156,060.00
WORK LOCATION: 2850 Milano Ave, Apex, NC 27502 USA
SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm
POSTING CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
Performs managerial and technical work directing theTown's Electric Utilities Department to ensure cost-efficient, safe andreliable delivery of electric service consistent with sound engineering andcustomer service principles, established safety procedures and codes, and Townpolicies; performs and oversees engineering, planning, development, technical,supervisory, and administrative work, and oversees the electric distributionoperations activities including construction and maintenance.
Thisposition reports to the Assistant Town Manager. Requires little or no direction on work subjectonly to policy or strategic guidance. Supervision is exercised over all departmentpersonnel.
A SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS:
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
Position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electricalpreferred), business, or public administration and 6+ years of experience (extensive)working with an electric utility in a management position, or an equivalentcombination of education and experience.
WHO WE ARE:
Known as "The Peak of Good Living", the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of more than 75,000 and was ranked in 2015 as Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 540 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department - with the support and confidence of Town leadership - is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefits package, and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the 96% job satisfaction rating received in the last employee opinion survey conducted with our employees.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Not only is the Town "The Peak of Good Living", but it's also a great place to work! We strive to "reach the peak" of being an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:
Paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees
5% contributions to the NC401(k) retirement plans (no matching required)
Participation in the Local Government Employees' Retirement System (LGERS), 6% contribution by employee
Traditional sick and vacation leave
80 hours Peak Paid Time Off per year (after completion of probation)
$1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit to pay for health and wellness activities (after completion of probation)
Paid parental, caregiver, and bereavement leave
13 paid holidays
Longevity pay
Tuition assistance
Expansive wellness program, and more!
KEEP IN MIND:
Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, post-offer functional testing (if required by position), background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license checks prior to employment.
The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.
invites applications for the position of:
Electric Utilities Director
ABOUT THIS POSITION:
EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: $127,396.00 - 156,060.00
WORK LOCATION: 2850 Milano Ave, Apex, NC 27502 USA
SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm
POSTING CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
Performs managerial and technical work directing theTown's Electric Utilities Department to ensure cost-efficient, safe andreliable delivery of electric service consistent with sound engineering andcustomer service principles, established safety procedures and codes, and Townpolicies; performs and oversees engineering, planning, development, technical,supervisory, and administrative work, and oversees the electric distributionoperations activities including construction and maintenance.
Thisposition reports to the Assistant Town Manager. Requires little or no direction on work subjectonly to policy or strategic guidance. Supervision is exercised over all departmentpersonnel.
A SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS:
- Develops and manages the department operating budget.
- Oversees engineering, designing, and developing projects (including budget) to meet the energy needs of Apex customers, while developing and implementing long-range growth strategies.
- Manages the construction, maintenance, and repair efforts of the electric system for optimal functionality.
- Manages the workforce by supporting education and growth opportunities, maintaining a sustainable pool of candidates aligned with the Town's vision and mission.
- Provides technical analysis for complex problems within the electric system.
- Directs, organizes, and coordinates the efficient, reliable, and safe operation of the electric distribution system, including substations.
- Plans, develops, and provides for the design of electrical engineering projects, estimating project costs, and overseeing projects in the implementation and construction phases.
- Monitors the field activities of electric utility crews, ensuring plans and priorities are met.
- Oversees system design and improvement, including metering, load management, and other enhancements.
- Investigates customer's requests for service and plans preventive maintenance activities.
- Coordinates and performs purchasing of equipment, tools, supplies, and parts to maintain efficient operations.
- Selects, promotes, motivates, trains, counsels, and recommends pay adjustments, rewards, and disciplinary actions for assigned personnel.
- Serves as alternate for Town on NCEMPA Board of Commissioners.
- Builds relationships with other municipal power agencies, Electricities, and Duke.
- Performs related tasks as required.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
Position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electricalpreferred), business, or public administration and 6+ years of experience (extensive)working with an electric utility in a management position, or an equivalentcombination of education and experience.
WHO WE ARE:
Known as "The Peak of Good Living", the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of more than 75,000 and was ranked in 2015 as Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 540 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department - with the support and confidence of Town leadership - is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefits package, and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the 96% job satisfaction rating received in the last employee opinion survey conducted with our employees.
WHAT WE OFFER:
Not only is the Town "The Peak of Good Living", but it's also a great place to work! We strive to "reach the peak" of being an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:
Paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees
5% contributions to the NC401(k) retirement plans (no matching required)
Participation in the Local Government Employees' Retirement System (LGERS), 6% contribution by employee
Traditional sick and vacation leave
80 hours Peak Paid Time Off per year (after completion of probation)
$1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit to pay for health and wellness activities (after completion of probation)
Paid parental, caregiver, and bereavement leave
13 paid holidays
Longevity pay
Tuition assistance
Expansive wellness program, and more!
KEEP IN MIND:
Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, post-offer functional testing (if required by position), background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license checks prior to employment.
The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.