City of Seattle
Senior Manager, System Planning (Exec 2)
City of Seattle, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
JOBSeattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. The System Planning Group is a unit in City Light’s Energy Delivery Engineering division. The System Planning Senior Manager will provide management and leadership direction for the System Planning functions, assuring the long-term supply of electric services including the generation, transmission, and distribution to current and future markets. The unit is responsible for a budget of $4.1 million and impacts over $3 million of SCL’s annual budget. In this position, you will manage a group of 11 subject matter experts and serve as a key member of the management team at Seattle City Light and report to the Engineering Technology & Operations Director. This position is responsible for planning for the future supply needs of base customers and new markets, including long-term planning of City Light’s existing grid assets for rehabilitation and refurbishment. The incumbent will represent SCL on a regional planning effort (i.e., WECC, Columbia Grid, NW Power Pool).
EXAMPLE OF DUTIESHere is more about what you’ll be doing:
Establish planning criteria and develop capacity expansion plans which meet planning criteria for reliability, quantity and quality of supply.Oversee the use of various engineering simulation models in assessment of transmission grid and plant capability.Perform load flow studies on City Light’s Radial and Network Distribution system to insure system capacity and reliability.Oversee interconnection planning to maximize reliability among Puget Sound area, NWPP, and WECC regional power system.Develop long term and small area forecasts of product demand.Develop short- and long-term horizon plan for systems planning.Develop capital budget projects.Develop regional policy for six regions.Assess the economic impact of various expansions options.Provide general work assignments and recommend staffing levels.Provide oversight of section workloads, project schedules and budget.Perform various impact studies at customers’ request for transmission distribution and generation systems.Communicate and coordinate with other agencies and utilities such as Puget Sound Energy, BPA, Columbia Grid, Northwest Power Pool, Western Electricity Coordinating Council, and North American Electric Reliability Council.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONThe full salary range for this position is $62.08 to $102.42 per hour ($129,623.04 to $213,852.96 annually).Application ProcessPlease submit the following with your online application:
A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement.A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans. Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers.#J-18808-Ljbffr
EXAMPLE OF DUTIESHere is more about what you’ll be doing:
Establish planning criteria and develop capacity expansion plans which meet planning criteria for reliability, quantity and quality of supply.Oversee the use of various engineering simulation models in assessment of transmission grid and plant capability.Perform load flow studies on City Light’s Radial and Network Distribution system to insure system capacity and reliability.Oversee interconnection planning to maximize reliability among Puget Sound area, NWPP, and WECC regional power system.Develop long term and small area forecasts of product demand.Develop short- and long-term horizon plan for systems planning.Develop capital budget projects.Develop regional policy for six regions.Assess the economic impact of various expansions options.Provide general work assignments and recommend staffing levels.Provide oversight of section workloads, project schedules and budget.Perform various impact studies at customers’ request for transmission distribution and generation systems.Communicate and coordinate with other agencies and utilities such as Puget Sound Energy, BPA, Columbia Grid, Northwest Power Pool, Western Electricity Coordinating Council, and North American Electric Reliability Council.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATIONThe full salary range for this position is $62.08 to $102.42 per hour ($129,623.04 to $213,852.96 annually).Application ProcessPlease submit the following with your online application:
A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement.A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.
Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences. Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17 and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans. Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers.#J-18808-Ljbffr