Boundary Lucky Peak Hydroelectric Senior Plant Manager

h2About the Department/h2pp style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:0in;margin-left:0in;" data-pasted="true"Seattle 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.brnbsp;nbsp;brSeattle City Light is looking for a Senior Plant Manager to join the team! This position provides executive-level leadership and oversight of hydroelectric dam and powerhouse operations in a municipal utility setting. Ensures safe, reliable, and compliant power generation; protects public safety and infrastructure; and advances environmental stewardship and asset management strategies consistent with City values and public accountability./pbrThe Senior Plant Manager position reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer and will be assigned to the a href="https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/energy/power-supply-and-delivery/hydroelectric-resources/boundary-hydroelectric-project" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/energy/power-supply-and-delivery/hydroelectric-resources/boundary-hydroelectric-project"Boundary Hydroelectric Project/a. Boundary Dam is located near Metaline Falls, in the pristine northeastern corner of Washington State along the Idaho and Canadian borders and approximately 100 miles north of Spokane, Washington. Travel to the Lucky Peak Powerhouse in Boise, Idaho and to Seattle should be expected./ph2Position Duties/h2pp data-pasted="true"strongOperations, Maintenance and Asset Management/strong/pul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liOversee preventive maintenance programs for turbines, generators, transformers, protection systems, civil structures, and SCADA systems./liliDevelop, support, and implement long-range asset management strategies and lifecycle replacement plans./liliDirect capital improvement programs (CIP) supporting dam rehabilitation, powerhouse modernization, and reliability improvements./liliEnsure effective work management systems and resource scheduling practices./li/ulul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liSupport implementation of risk-informed decision making for capital projects and operational changes./li/ulpstrongGeneration Operations and Regulatory Commitments/strong/pul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liEnsure compliance with FERC license requirements, dam safety programs, and reliability standards./liliMaintain generation availability and forced outage performance targets./liliEnsure compliance with State agencies relevant to workplace safety, industrial construction activities and environmental standards./liliMaintain strong relationships with local, state, and federal agencies in support of dam safety and public protection./li/ulul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liPromote organizational change and advocate for Seattle City Light initiatives./li/ulul style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liServe on the Lucky Peak Technical Committee, and as a liaison for the Lucky Peak Steering Committee to ensure successful operations at Lucky Peak Power Plant. nbsp;/li/ulpstrongWarehouse and Materials Management/strong/pul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liOversee warehouse and materials management functions supporting plant operations and capital projects./liliEnsure effective inventory control, procurement coordination, and lifecycle management of critical spare parts./liliMaintain compliance with public sector purchasing policies and internal controls./liliDevelop materials strategies that reduce downtime risk while optimizing working capital and storage resources./li/ulpstrongWorkforce and Labor Relations Leadership/strong/pul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liChampion workplace safety in compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration and applicable state safety regulations./liliEnsure employee and public safety; collaborate with onsite contracted security personnel. nbsp; nbsp; nbsp; nbsp;/liliPromote an inclusive workplace aligned with City values of diversity, equity, and social justice./liliProvide executive leadership and strategic direction to approximately 45 professional, technical, and skilled employees; ensure operational cohesion among onsite personnel operating within multiple reporting structures; and serve as the senior site authority for visiting staff, contractors, regulators, and agency representatives./liliAdminister labor agreements fairly and consistently; respond to inquiries timely./liliDevelop performance management systems and coach leaders at multiple levels./li/ulpstrongFinancial and Administrative Oversight/strong/pul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liManage an annual operating budget of approximately $10 million and capital budgets ranging from $15–45 million./liliAlign financial stewardship with long-term capital planning and risk-based asset management./liliProvide operational updates and strategic recommendations to senior utility leadership./liliSupport procurement, vendor management, and contract negotiations./li/ulpstrongCommunity and Interagency Engagement/strong/pul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liServe as local/regional representative in community forums and stakeholder groups./liliSupport license implementation activities and environmental mitigation obligations./liliRepresent the utility in regional coordination related to emergency management, recreation planning, and socioeconomic initiatives./li/ulpStrong collaborative leadership skills with the ability to effectively partner with and support multidisciplinary teams in engineering, project management, dam safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance functions based in Seattle./p/ph2Minimum Qualifications/h2pp data-pasted="true"strongRequired Qualifications:nbsp;/strongemIn addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:/emstrongnbsp;/strong/ppstrongEducation:/strong Bachelor's degree in industrial technology, engineering, or related field (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).brnbsp;brstrongExperience:/strong Supervisory or leadership experience in utility-level mechanical, electrical or industrial technology or related area of responsibility, typically gained through ten years or more of progressively responsible operational assignments, with at least five years as a supervisor in a large, complex organization. nbsp;/ppTechnical and Operational Experience: Familiarity with hydro plant control systems and technology, scheduling maintenance, managing outages, and ensuring reliability, safety and environmental compliance (Lamp;I, OSHA, FERC, NERC, etc)./ppstrongCertification/License:nbsp;/strongCurrent Washington State Driver's License or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.brnbsp;brstrongDesired Qualifications:/strong/ppThe most competitive candidates will have:/pul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liA strong safety leadership record in high-hazard industrial environments, with demonstrated accountability for workforce and public safety outcomes./liliDemonstrated expertise in capital planning, risk-based asset management, and long-term infrastructure modernization./liliDemonstrated accountability for large Oamp;M and capital improvement budgets ($10M+ annual oversight preferred)./liliProven executive leadership experience in a municipal or publicly owned utility environment./liliExperience managing warehouse operations, materials control systems, and critical spare parts programs supporting high-reliability generation facilities./liliDemonstrated success leading a union-represented workforce, including labor contract administration and grievance resolution./liliKnowledge of hydroelectric mechanical, electrical, civil, and control systems./liliDemonstrated success leading organizational change in complex, high-hazard environments./liliStrong executive communication skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership, governing boards, elected officials, or community stakeholders./liliExperience living and working in a remote or rural operational setting./li/ulp data-pasted="true"emPlease note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or withoutnbsp;notice/em./p/ph2Other Qualifications/h2pp data-pasted="true"The full salary range for this position is $66.88 to $110.35 per hour./ppstronguApplication Process/u/strong/ppemPlease submit the following with your online application:nbsp;/em/pul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt;"liA 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 announcementnbsp;/liliA current resume of your educational and professional work experience/li/ulIncomplete applications may not be considered.brp data-pasted="true"strongEmergency Response Commitment:nbsp;/strongSeattle City Light is committed to reliable service during emergencies. Through our Emergency Response Program, each employee is assigned a role—usually aligned with their regular duties—to support emergency operations. Your participation is vital to helping the utility stay prepared and serve our community when it matters most./ppstrongWho May Apply/strong: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. nbsp; 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./ppJob 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 a href="https://www.seattle.gov/laborstandards/ordinances/fair-chance-employment" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.seattle.gov/laborstandards/ordinances/fair-chance-employment"Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance/a, a href="https://library.municode.com/wa/seattle/codes/municipal_code?nodeId=TIT14HURI_CH14.17THUSCRHIEMDE" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://library.municode.com/wa/seattle/codes/municipal_code?nodeId=TIT14HURI_CH14.17THUSCRHIEMDE"SMC 14.17/a and the a href="https://www.seattle.gov/Documents/Departments/HumanResources/Rules%20and%20Resources/Personnel%20Rules/Personnel_Rule_10.3_.pdf" data-uw-pdf-br="2" data-uw-pdf-doc=""City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3/a. A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with a href="https://library.municode.com/wa/seattle/codes/municipal_code/226077?nodeId=TIT4PE_CH4.79CISEEMSADRPR" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://library.municode.com/wa/seattle/codes/municipal_code/226077?nodeId=TIT4PE_CH4.79CISEEMSADRPR"SMC 4.79.020/a. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information./ppThe 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: a href="https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans"https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans/a./ppWant to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: a href="https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers"https://www.seattle.gov/city-light/about-us/careers/a./p/p