Austin Energy
Advanced Technology Program Manager, Grid Analytics
Austin Energy, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Advanced Technology Program Manager, Grid Analytics
Position Information
Posting TitleAdvanced Technology Program Manager, Grid Analytics
Job Requisition NumberAE503802
Position Number119467
Job TypeFull-Time
Division NameElectric System - ETS
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Business or Engineering related to the job, plus five (5) years of experience in a related field, two (2) years of which were in a program or project management capacity.
Licenses or Certifications:
None
THIS POSITION :
Develops and executes comprehensive data strategies aligned with business goalsOversees the architecture, integration, and availability of grid data stored across multiple platforms (cloud, hosted, on-premise)Partners with Program Managers to define data requirements and align data strategies with program objectivesLeads a team of direct reports and decentralized analysts, architects, and subject matter experts from across the utility to drive innovation and instill a data-driven decision-making mindsetIdentifies opportunities to leverage data insights for process improvementEstablishes and enforces grid data governance policies and procedures for the divisionPartners with Data Stewards to maintain data integrity and qualityEstablishes data request pipelines and intake systems to develop and deliver upon short-medium-long term projectsRecommends data handling and storage solutions in compliance with local, state, and federal regulationsParticipates in cross-functional utility/City data and technology governance teamsPresents compelling data insights to executive leadership
Pay Range
$51.07 - $67.04
Hours
Monday - Friday8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.There is a 50% telework option
Job Close Date09/13/2024
Type of PostingExternal
DepartmentAustin Energy
Regular/TemporaryRegular
CategoryTechnical
Location2500 Montopolis Dr. (SCC), Austin, TX 78741
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:
Experience in a Program Manager role focused on data strategy and analytics, preferably in an electric utility environmentExperience in Data Science, Machine Learning, Data Analytics/Visualization ToolsExperience in Enterprise ArchitectureExperience using programming/coding languages like R, Python, SQL, etc.Experience with cloud-based data tools like Microsoft Azure, etc.Experience with data visualization tools like PowerBI, Tableau, etc.Experience presenting complex, technical content to a large, non-technical audience including executive management
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Leads planning activities to develop short- and long-term strategic plans, roadmaps, and objectives for advanced technologies and programs.Creates and manages operational budgets for short and long term technology projects and contracts.Leads cross-functional teams to achieve technology initiatives.Manages existing and future contracts with vendors.Leads market research activities to identify market trends in technologies and programs.Produces periodic metrics to measure and improve: systems, projects, vendors, and service provider performance.Manages assigned matrix resources.Leverages functionality to identify operational efficiencies to improve customer satisfaction and reduce operational costs.Produces business cases, including cost versus benefit analysis and Request for Proposal (RFP's) to support related technologies and initiatives and programs.Facilitates and leads periodic executive round table and steering committees on related technologies and programs.Facilitates internal communication, education, and training to staff, and internal and external stakeholders on technologies and programs.
Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of electric utility operations: generation, transmission, distribution, or other related fieldsKnowledge of advanced analytical, mathematical, or programming techniquesKnowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparationKnowledge of applicable processes, engineering principles, data analysis, and application designKnowledge of regulatory requirements and applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinancesSkill in leading and directing personnel in a project and program capacitySkill in determining needs and gathering, analyzing and presenting data to provide accurate information for management's useSkill in oral and written business and technical communication including preparation of written reportsSkill in handling and prioritizing multiple tasks and planning and organizing a programSkill in using computers and related software applicationsSkill in data analysis and problem solvingSkill in negotiations, program monitoring, and conflict resolutionSkill in conducting presentations on behalf of a public entitySkill in projecting needs for equipment and personnel and formulating operating budgetsAbility to perform complex analysis, calculations, and problem solvingAbility to work with frequent interruptions and changes in prioritiesAbility to direct the timely production of project proposals and agreementsAbility to prepare and evaluate business cases
Criminal Background InvestigationThis position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
About this Employer
Austin Energy is one of the largest publicly owned electric utilities in the nation, providing low-cost reliable power to more than 500,000 customers and more than 1 million residents. Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable, reliable energy and excellent customer service.We are industry leaders in conservation and renewable energy, developing some of the most comprehensive energy efficiency programs in the nation. We purchase renewable energy from wind, solar and biomass facilities to minimize our impact on the environment, and are recognized as a top-ranked Texas utility for green power sales.As a publicly owned utility, we do more than provide power to our customers. We participate in dozens of community outreach events each year, contribute to Austin’s economic growth and continue to make strides in our commitment to environmental excellence.
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Position Information
Posting TitleAdvanced Technology Program Manager, Grid Analytics
Job Requisition NumberAE503802
Position Number119467
Job TypeFull-Time
Division NameElectric System - ETS
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Business or Engineering related to the job, plus five (5) years of experience in a related field, two (2) years of which were in a program or project management capacity.
Licenses or Certifications:
None
THIS POSITION :
Develops and executes comprehensive data strategies aligned with business goalsOversees the architecture, integration, and availability of grid data stored across multiple platforms (cloud, hosted, on-premise)Partners with Program Managers to define data requirements and align data strategies with program objectivesLeads a team of direct reports and decentralized analysts, architects, and subject matter experts from across the utility to drive innovation and instill a data-driven decision-making mindsetIdentifies opportunities to leverage data insights for process improvementEstablishes and enforces grid data governance policies and procedures for the divisionPartners with Data Stewards to maintain data integrity and qualityEstablishes data request pipelines and intake systems to develop and deliver upon short-medium-long term projectsRecommends data handling and storage solutions in compliance with local, state, and federal regulationsParticipates in cross-functional utility/City data and technology governance teamsPresents compelling data insights to executive leadership
Pay Range
$51.07 - $67.04
Hours
Monday - Friday8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.There is a 50% telework option
Job Close Date09/13/2024
Type of PostingExternal
DepartmentAustin Energy
Regular/TemporaryRegular
CategoryTechnical
Location2500 Montopolis Dr. (SCC), Austin, TX 78741
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:
Experience in a Program Manager role focused on data strategy and analytics, preferably in an electric utility environmentExperience in Data Science, Machine Learning, Data Analytics/Visualization ToolsExperience in Enterprise ArchitectureExperience using programming/coding languages like R, Python, SQL, etc.Experience with cloud-based data tools like Microsoft Azure, etc.Experience with data visualization tools like PowerBI, Tableau, etc.Experience presenting complex, technical content to a large, non-technical audience including executive management
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Leads planning activities to develop short- and long-term strategic plans, roadmaps, and objectives for advanced technologies and programs.Creates and manages operational budgets for short and long term technology projects and contracts.Leads cross-functional teams to achieve technology initiatives.Manages existing and future contracts with vendors.Leads market research activities to identify market trends in technologies and programs.Produces periodic metrics to measure and improve: systems, projects, vendors, and service provider performance.Manages assigned matrix resources.Leverages functionality to identify operational efficiencies to improve customer satisfaction and reduce operational costs.Produces business cases, including cost versus benefit analysis and Request for Proposal (RFP's) to support related technologies and initiatives and programs.Facilitates and leads periodic executive round table and steering committees on related technologies and programs.Facilitates internal communication, education, and training to staff, and internal and external stakeholders on technologies and programs.
Responsibilities - Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
May be responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of electric utility operations: generation, transmission, distribution, or other related fieldsKnowledge of advanced analytical, mathematical, or programming techniquesKnowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparationKnowledge of applicable processes, engineering principles, data analysis, and application designKnowledge of regulatory requirements and applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinancesSkill in leading and directing personnel in a project and program capacitySkill in determining needs and gathering, analyzing and presenting data to provide accurate information for management's useSkill in oral and written business and technical communication including preparation of written reportsSkill in handling and prioritizing multiple tasks and planning and organizing a programSkill in using computers and related software applicationsSkill in data analysis and problem solvingSkill in negotiations, program monitoring, and conflict resolutionSkill in conducting presentations on behalf of a public entitySkill in projecting needs for equipment and personnel and formulating operating budgetsAbility to perform complex analysis, calculations, and problem solvingAbility to work with frequent interruptions and changes in prioritiesAbility to direct the timely production of project proposals and agreementsAbility to prepare and evaluate business cases
Criminal Background InvestigationThis position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADA
The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
About this Employer
Austin Energy is one of the largest publicly owned electric utilities in the nation, providing low-cost reliable power to more than 500,000 customers and more than 1 million residents. Our mission is to deliver clean, affordable, reliable energy and excellent customer service.We are industry leaders in conservation and renewable energy, developing some of the most comprehensive energy efficiency programs in the nation. We purchase renewable energy from wind, solar and biomass facilities to minimize our impact on the environment, and are recognized as a top-ranked Texas utility for green power sales.As a publicly owned utility, we do more than provide power to our customers. We participate in dozens of community outreach events each year, contribute to Austin’s economic growth and continue to make strides in our commitment to environmental excellence.
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