JOB
Our MissionServe our community with high value utility services at the lowest practical cost.In anticipation of upcoming retirements, Grays Harbor PUD is seeking a full-time Operations Director. General DescriptionUnder the direction of the General Manager, oversees the Line, Operations Support, Contract Construction, System Control, and Fleet Departments to support the District's mission to deliver safe and reliable utility services to customers.Duties and tasks include performance management and setting strategic direction for supervisors and superintendents, employee hiring and development, work planning, collaborative problem solving and coordination with other departments, managing change, and budgeting, all in support of the safe, reliable delivery of high value utility services by professionally constructing, operating and maintaining the District’s systems.Required qualifications include ten (10) years of directly related electric utility experience, including five (5) years in a leadership/supervisory capacity; or other closely related experience. Preferred qualifications include Journey-level certification; Bachelor’s degree in construction science or engineering or related field, or equivalent education and/or experience; experience supervising union employees and interpreting and administering collective bargaining agreements; experience managing utility operations functions; knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and negotiation methods. Please review the associated job description for more information. Candidates with relevant experience and qualifications are encouraged to apply. Status: Full-time, Exempt, Non-RepresentedWork Week: Monday - FridayReports to: General ManagerMonthly Salary Range: $13,208 - $20,600First Review Date: Monday, June 24, 2024 at 5:00 pm
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Department Management, Oversight, and SupervisionManage the overall functions and operations of assigned departments. Direct the planning, development, implementation, and documentation of department operations and supervisors ensuring compliance with PUD policies and other regulatory requirements.Supervise both union and non-union employees. Identify and assure proper training for all employees, complete employee evaluations, and maintain employee performance records as required.Develop and implement strategic plan and operational goals, capital improvement projects, and annual budgets for departments.Direct the activities of assigned District employees; determine the need for and oversee the activities of contractors and consultants.Ensure all employees maintain the training and equipment necessary for safe performance of their duties.Ensure compliance with OSHA and WISHA safety regulations, and all other local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.Work with Human Resources to thoroughly investigate and document violations of company policy, regulatory non-compliance, and other misconduct within areas of responsibility. Oversee and coordinate the District’s response to FEMA in the event of loss resulting in a Federal/State disaster declaration. Miscellaneous Administrative ActivitiesAssist and make recommendations for succession planning and participate in District recruitment processes including apprenticeship forecasting and planning.Provide technical assistance to other departments within the District.Support the joint apprenticeship training committee and program for departments.Participate in call duty for coordinating work outside regular work hours.Assist in supervision and determining staffing levels required during major outages to coordinate the District’s restoration activities.Maintain and submit pertinent records as required.Serve on assigned committees and projects.Respond to customer questions and/or complaints regarding activities and responsibilities to the public, when appropriate.Perform other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
**Applicants must submit all required information in order to be considered.**Application Requirements: To apply, qualified candidates must submit: 1. A complete NEOGOV application; 2. A cover letter; and 3. A current resume.
Salary : $13,208 - $20,600