Manager Energy Management Systems Operations at Omaha Public Power District in Omaha, Nebraska

Job Description:

Responsibilities

***OPPD is very aware of the potential risks of COVID-19 and are evaluating all necessary precautions. With that, we are limiting travel and face to face interviews until further notice, so please expect some delays in processing of your application of interest.***

The Manager of EMS Operations manages, plans and directs the activities of the Energy Management System (EMS) Operations Department to ensure the accuracy, integrity, timeliness and accessibility of computer applications/systems used to monitor and control, on a 24x7 basis, District Generation, Transmission and Distribution facilities in accordance with standards and operational requirements set forth by regulatory agencies, District and industry policies and practices.

• Manage the development of new processes, procedures and systems as well as enhancements to existing processes and systems in accordance with standards and operational requirements set forth by regulatory agencies, District and industry policies and practices.


• Ensure the appropriate project management, business analysis and technical support resources are available for the development, support, operation and maintenance of these applications and systems.


• Motivate, coach and mentor departmental personnel, evaluate their performance and identify core and technical competencies, and develop activities, goals and objectives for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Management, or related field.


• Eight (8) years or more experience in the utility industry with particular emphasis on electric systems.


• Six (6) years or more experience in a SCADA/EMS Operations environment with emphasis on support and implementation.


• Knowledge of NERC Compliance and its importance to the safety and security of the electrical grid.


• Ability to make independent decisions using data analysis and logic under tight time constraints and under emergency conditions.


• Demonstrated management skills, e.g., budget development and administration, policy development and implementation, staff administration, staff coaching, training and development.


• Ability to build, manage, motivate, inspire and develop teams, while linking work to OPPD's vision, mission and corporate strategic plans.


• Demonstrated capabilities with executive level communication, presentations and report writing.

• Master's degree in Engineering or Business.


• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE).


• Knowledge of visualization software and methods for enhance performance reporting.

• This position is considered an essential position meaning when business necessity and continuity needs are emergent, this position will be required to report to work and may be required to work hours beyond an employee's normal shift.


• Maintain regular and predictable attendance in alignment with Departmental policy.


• Must be available for overtime work and call-outs as required to ensure continuance of efficient operation.

Closing Statement

S8:
Base: $113,262
Midpoint: $141,577

At Omaha Public Power District, we're passionate about three things: power, the people who make it, and the people who rely on it.
WE ARE: Where the Light Starts. OPPD is the 12 th -largest public power utility in the U.S., serving over 850,000 people across 5,000 square miles and 13 counties.
WE'RE COMMITTED TO: Each other and the people we serve. This commitment drives us. We're dedicated to providing our communities with affordable, reliable, and environmentally sensitive energy services today, tomorrow, and well into the future.
OUR JOB: To provide power with a purpose. We have real impact - on people's lives, on the environment, and on the future of energy. We're always looking for bright, capable people who want an opportunity to lead from where you are"wherever you are" and know that your ideas will be heard. If you want to be a source of real, positive change for the community and the people who live in this region, then working for a company acknowledged for caring about these same things is likely a priority for you as well.

Org Marketing Statement

EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability

How To Apply

Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before November 9, 2020.
Recruiter: Jennifer Skupa

**PLEASE NOTE** - Your application has not been submitted unless you have applied for a specific requisition. If you have not chosen a specific opening, your application will remain in DRAFT form and will not be viewed by our Human Capital staff.
***OPPD is very aware of the potential risks of COVID-19 and are evaluating all necessary precautions. With that, we are limiting travel and face to face interviews until further notice, so please expect some delays in processing of your application of interest.***