Town of Apex, NC
Assistant Electric Utilities Director
Town of Apex, NC, Apex, North Carolina, United States, 27502
TOWN OF APEX
invites applications for the position of:
Assistant Electric Utilities Director
ABOUT THIS POSITION:
EXPECTED HIRING RANGE:
$109,263.00 - 133,847.00 (Full Range: $109,263-$169,358)
WORK LOCATION:
2850 Milano Ave, Apex, NC 27502 USA
SCHEDULE:
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
POSTING CLOSING DATE:
Open until filled. Posting may close at any time without notice.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
An employee in this position oversees and directs the Operations, Forestry and Technical Services division of the Electric Utilities Department by providing direction and oversight to achieve related strategic goals for the department. Maintains awareness and understanding of activities of Electric Utilities Director.
A SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS:
Oversees management group (Operations, Forestry and Technical Services) by ensuring that daily activities are meeting department objectives (both strategic and operational).
Handles responsibilities of key management positions within the department including the Director when necessary (e.g., vacations, vacancies, etc.).
Serves as a liaison between the Director and the management team on issues important to the organization.
Spearheads annual budget formation and ensures capital budget requests are vetted and meet organizational goals.
Develops long-range infrastructure plans for electric system to ensure adequate capacity.
Researches and recommends operational changes to the Electric Director.
Plans, organizes, and monitors a variety of contracted work.
Coordinates projects with engineers and contractors.
Consults with division managers on personnel actions.
Conducts staff meetings with staff to keep them abreast of information as well as project updates.
Meets frequently with subordinate supervisors to solve more complex problems; set priorities and deadlines for projects; and provides guidance and direction to all staff.
Oversees special studies related to delivering electric power.
Engages with citizens concerning complaints, assists staff with investigations, and decides or recommends actions.
Prepares citizen communication materials and attends Town Council meetings as necessary.
Performs related duties as required.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, electrical preferred, and a minimum of seven years of experience in a managerial position within a public or municipal electric utility, including considerable supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
WITH...
Thorough knowledge of electric engineering principles, practices and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of electric distribution administration, planning and design.
Thorough knowledge of construction materials, techniques, and methods for construction on utility projects.
Thorough knowledge of North Carolina public contracting statutes.
Ability to understand projects and prepare related designs, estimates and specifications.
Ability to analyze difficult engineering computations and make recommendations on engineering problems.
General knowledge of management practice and theory.
General knowledge of governmental accounting, personnel and purchasing practices.
Ability to formulate comprehensive operational policies and procedures.
Ability to prepare complex technical reports.
Ability to supervise staff including skill in counseling, coaching, motivating, communicating, and conducting performance evaluations.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with Town officials, other public officials, employees, contractors and the general public.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, and to make presentations.
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.
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invites applications for the position of:
Assistant Electric Utilities Director
ABOUT THIS POSITION:
EXPECTED HIRING RANGE:
$109,263.00 - 133,847.00 (Full Range: $109,263-$169,358)
WORK LOCATION:
2850 Milano Ave, Apex, NC 27502 USA
SCHEDULE:
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
POSTING CLOSING DATE:
Open until filled. Posting may close at any time without notice.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
An employee in this position oversees and directs the Operations, Forestry and Technical Services division of the Electric Utilities Department by providing direction and oversight to achieve related strategic goals for the department. Maintains awareness and understanding of activities of Electric Utilities Director.
A SAMPLE OF THE ESSENTIALS:
Oversees management group (Operations, Forestry and Technical Services) by ensuring that daily activities are meeting department objectives (both strategic and operational).
Handles responsibilities of key management positions within the department including the Director when necessary (e.g., vacations, vacancies, etc.).
Serves as a liaison between the Director and the management team on issues important to the organization.
Spearheads annual budget formation and ensures capital budget requests are vetted and meet organizational goals.
Develops long-range infrastructure plans for electric system to ensure adequate capacity.
Researches and recommends operational changes to the Electric Director.
Plans, organizes, and monitors a variety of contracted work.
Coordinates projects with engineers and contractors.
Consults with division managers on personnel actions.
Conducts staff meetings with staff to keep them abreast of information as well as project updates.
Meets frequently with subordinate supervisors to solve more complex problems; set priorities and deadlines for projects; and provides guidance and direction to all staff.
Oversees special studies related to delivering electric power.
Engages with citizens concerning complaints, assists staff with investigations, and decides or recommends actions.
Prepares citizen communication materials and attends Town Council meetings as necessary.
Performs related duties as required.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, electrical preferred, and a minimum of seven years of experience in a managerial position within a public or municipal electric utility, including considerable supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
WITH...
Thorough knowledge of electric engineering principles, practices and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of electric distribution administration, planning and design.
Thorough knowledge of construction materials, techniques, and methods for construction on utility projects.
Thorough knowledge of North Carolina public contracting statutes.
Ability to understand projects and prepare related designs, estimates and specifications.
Ability to analyze difficult engineering computations and make recommendations on engineering problems.
General knowledge of management practice and theory.
General knowledge of governmental accounting, personnel and purchasing practices.
Ability to formulate comprehensive operational policies and procedures.
Ability to prepare complex technical reports.
Ability to supervise staff including skill in counseling, coaching, motivating, communicating, and conducting performance evaluations.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with Town officials, other public officials, employees, contractors and the general public.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, and to make presentations.
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.
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