Associate Director Utility Operational Technology

Hiring Department

At MU Energy Management, we power the future! We are responsible for producing, purchasing, and delivering vital utility services across the University of Missouri campus. Our advanced district energy system, centered around the state-of-the-art Combined Cooling, Heating, and Power Plant (CCHP), generates steam, chilled water, and electricity to heat, cool, and energize over 17 million square feet of academic, research, athletic, and healthcare buildings.

Beyond powering the campus, we also install and manage cutting-edge building automation systems that optimize energy consumption across the university. Our mission is to provide cost-effective, reliable, and resilient utility services that empower the University to excel in its academic and research goals.

If you're passionate about energy, innovation, and sustainability, this is your chance to be part of a team that keeps Mizzou running and thriving!

Job Description

Summary: Oversee the operation and support of all Operational Technology (OT) and IT systems and applications used for producing, delivering, and managing utilities services to the campus, ensuring system reliability, security, and scalability to meet the operational needs of the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the design, installation, operation, and support of all Operation Technology (OT) and IT hardware, software, control, and network systems used for reliability producing, delivering, and managing utilities to the campus.
• Oversee the design, installation, operation, upgrades, and expansion of all process controls systems, including Wonderware System Platform, Emerson DeltaV, Rockwell Automation, Johnson Controls Metasys, and other platforms. Ensure all applicable security updates are applied in addition to program updates to maintain reliability of systems. Identify opportunities for process improvement and system optimization and lead initiatives to enhance system performance and user experience, driving operational efficiency.
• Oversee the design, installation, management, and support of network security hardware and software used for securing all OT systems including software, IT/OT devices, and network infrastructure. Develop and oversee policies and procedures for securing network assets.
• Oversee the design, installation, management, and support of the installation, expansion, and upgrades of the Utility Process Control (OT) Network infrastructure including networking devices and cabling infrastructure including fiber optic and copper structured cabling.
• Oversee the design, installation, management, and support of data historians including OSI Pi and Wonderware. Oversee the development of interfaces, analysis, and visualization of historian and real-time data.
• Oversee the design, development, enhancement, maintenance, and support of all OT/IT in-house developed desktop, web, database applications, and custom interfaces.
• Oversee and manage all OT/IT projects and priorities for department.
• Oversee the purchase of all OT/IT systems. Analyze, specify, and review specifications to ensure compliance with policies and compatibility of systems.
• Oversee and manage budget used for purchasing and maintaining OT/IT systems.
• Oversee and manage OT/IT staff. Provide work and project assignments in addition to mentoring, training, and assistance.
  

Shift

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 6 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering is preferred. Consideration for a Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or directly related field will be considered.
• Experience with overall management of OT systems such as SCADA, PLCs, DCS, EMCS, BAS, and HMI.
• Experience with integration of IT/OT systems.
• Cybersecurity technical experience with a strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, best practices and industry standards.
• Proficiency in network protocols and communication technologies used in OT environments (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP, BACnet, OPC) and troubleshooting.
• Experience with process controls network devices and cabling infrastructure, including hands-on roles in supporting routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with software development using object-oriented programming principles, methodologies and languages and database systems.
• A valid driver's license which will allow the legal operation of a motor vehicle in the State of Missouri is required.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $78,563 - $161,595

Grade: GGS-013

University Title: Associate Director CSM Operations

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Link to Apply: https://erecruit.umsystem.edu/psp/tamext/COLUM/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=6&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=6&JobOpeningId=53747&PostingSeq=1

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen cultural festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

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