Electrical Engineering Manager

The Position

Under the general direction of senior management of Electrical Services, this management position is responsible for the management and oversight of the Electric Services Section of the Glendale Water & Power Department.

Essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:
Ensures Department services are provided with exceptional customer service and the highest level of ethical standards.

Provides direct oversight of the Electrical Engineering Section and may be assigned to oversee the Field Operations Section.

Performs the planning, organizing, staffing, directing, coordination, reporting, budgeting, and communications functions for the Electrical Engineering Section.

Ensures that all Section activities are carried out safely and reliably, in accordance with City and Department goals and policies.

Analyzes, plans, designs and operates the electric system and distribution facilities in accordance with local, state and federal regulations.

Oversees both short and long-range planning for transmission, substation, and distribution facilities including systemic revisions to the Electric Capital Improvement Plan and preparation of engineering studies that provide planning level details and costs of capital improvement projects.

Performs analyses to recommend short and long range planning of the energy delivery system to maintain, improve or expand electric facilities and assets through engineering staff, consultants and contractors.

Directs staff to prepare engineering and construction standards, detailed specification, request for proposals, cost of services, project schedules, operating procedures, and Departmental budget.

Prepares periodic reports to evaluate the Department's performance in meeting strategic and performance goals in safety, reliability, finance and regulatory compliance.

Leads the Section in modernizing the electric distribution system.

Negotiates and manages contracts related to transmission interconnection and power purchase agreements and represents the City on various committees related to these agreements.

Participates in industry related committees regarding safety and reliability regulatory compliance, and other committee as necessary.

Participates in cost of service analyses, identification of funding sources, community outreach programs and other related customer-service activities.

Hires employees and implements training programs to meet the requirements of each functional area of responsibility and developing employees for succession.

Interfaces effectively with other departments.

Reviews and evaluates employees' job performance, and effectively recommends personnel action. Plans, lays out, and delegates work to subordinate employees.

Acts as the lead manager in the absence of the Assistant General Manager of Electrical Services.

Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed in a safe, efficient manner.

Drives on City business as necessary.

Performs other related duties as assigned or as the situation requires.

Minimum Requirements

Experience
Eight years of recent and progressively responsible professional experience in an electric utility, four years of which must include working in a responsible supervisory capacity.

Three years of recent management experience equivalent to the level of a Senior Electrical Engineer in an Electric Utility is highly desirable.

Education/Training
Bachelor's Degree in engineering, physics, chemistry or a related field.

License(s) / Certification(s)
Registration as an Electrical Engineer with the California State Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

Valid Class C California driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Applicable Federal, State and Local laws, ordinances, codes, standards and regulations related to workplace safety, reliability, construction and inspection.
Effective supervisory and management techniques.
Engineering principles relating to the design, construction, operation and control of electric power systems.
Familiarity with advance technologies in renewable energy and storage systems.
Principles of contract management and the preparation request for proposals.
Principles of organization, management, supervision and staff development.
Project management, planning, cost estimating and budgeting.

Skill in:
Effectively composing and preparing reports, memorandums, letters, and e-mails that are professional, easy to follow.
Leading teams toward Departmental goals and objectives.
Making effective presentations to the public.
Making independent judgments and decisions based on standard policy or procedure. Managing complex projects.
Managing multiple priorities successfully.
Creating Microsoft Excel spreadsheets to compile, calculate, and analyze information.
Negotiating contracts.
Quickly determining the best course of action in a given situation, while remaining patient and professional when leading others toward that conclusion and being open to better alternatives.

Ability to:
Provide exceptional customer service to those using Glendale Water and Power Department services.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with all levels of employees and the public, including co-workers, managers, department heads, Council members, Commissioners, and outside agencies.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with City departments, businesses, and the local community.
Effectively supervise and train subordinates.
Establish and maintain smooth working relationships and effectively resolve interpersonal conflicts.
Foster a teamwork environment.
Lead, coach, instruct, direct and motivate employees.
Model and practice the highest standard of ethical conduct.
Organize, assign and schedule workload among employees.
Provide clear work instruction.
Read and interpret plans and specifications.
Review and evaluate employees' job performance and effectively recommend personnel action.

Other Characteristics
Willingness to:
Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
Fully embrace the value and merits of a well-qualified, diverse workforce that is generally reflective of the surrounding labor market.
Plan, initiate, recommend and carry out actions as required.
Work overtime as required or requested.

Note
An equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training may substitute for the listed minimum requirements. However, there is no acceptable equivalent for the registration as an Electrical Engineer with the State of California.

Exceptional Customer Service Policy
The City of Glendale places a high importance on quality customer service and prides itself for the high level of services it provides by every employee of the organization. As employees of the City of Glendale, we are committed to providing our diverse community and each other with courteous, considerate, and personal attention.

Please click on the link to read the Exceptional Customer Service Policy .

Selection Process

EVALUATION OF APPLICATION: All applications, resumes and submitted reference materials will be reviewed and evaluated and only the to 12 best-qualified candidates based on applicable experience will be invited to the selection process.

ORAL INTERVIEW: (Weight of 100%) To evaluate the applicant's experience, education, knowledge, and skills for the position.

Candidates must pass each exam component with a minimum score of 70.00% in order to be placed on the eligible list.

TIME AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. Any evaluation will be based on the candidates' education and experience as related to the position. Any examination will be to evaluate the candidates' education, experience, knowledge and skills for the position. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the above stated examination components and/or weights. Should this be necessary, the candidates will be notified of the specific examination components and weights prior to the administration of any examination. The selected candidate will be subjected to a background check including Livescan fingerprinting. The City of Glendale conforms with State and Federal obligations to make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. The Human Resources Department asks that it be advised of special needs at least five days prior to the first test part so that a reasonable accommodation may be made. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Glendale requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work authorization and identity.

The City of Glendale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.

The above listed benefits apply to full-time, salaried positions only.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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