POSITION TITLE: Director, Electrical Engineering (Full-Time Regular) (Unclassified Management)
REQUISITION #: req7509
DEPARTMENT: L&P Electrical Engineering
LOCATION: UTILITIES SERVICE CTR - BLDG A
BENEFIT CATEGORY: Unclassified Management
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-Time Regular
ANNUAL SALARY RANGE: $116,657.00 - 194,429.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
ANNUAL ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $123,000.00 - 153,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)
SELECTION PROCESS: Application deadline is 3:00 p.m. MT on 3/22/2024.
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Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, children) – eligible on the 1st of the month following date of hire
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional one-time bank of 40 PTO hours for new, full-time, Classified and Unclassified Management hires
• Retirement company contributions – after 6 month probation period and immediate vesting
• Flexible spending: Medical expenses FSA, dependent FSA or both
• Employee Assistance Program: counseling, legal, financial assistance
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Wellness program, workout facilities
• Employee/family onsite health clinic
• Learning and development opportunities at all levels in the organization with opportunities for career mobility
• Collaborative work environment

Job Summary

The Director of Electrical Engineering within the City of Fort Collins' Light & Power Utility, will spearhead and oversee all aspects of electric utility distribution system capital budgeting, planning, and design. They will execute effective leadership in directing the development and modification of design drawings, material specifications, and electric utility equipment installation practices. They will also oversee operational procedures that are optimized for efficiency and safety, while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. Additionally, this person will foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the electrical engineering department to meet evolving industry demands and technological advancements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities are illustrative of the primary functions of this position and are not intended to be all inclusive.

• Responsible for Professional Electrical Distribution System Engineering, Planning, Design, Standards and Application of electric utility distribution equipment and installation practices.
• Directs Electric System Engineering Design and Equipment Installation, Short & Long Range Operational & Capital Improvement Planning, and Electric System Reliability efforts.
• Directs the preparation and revision of electric materials and code specifications and standards. •Develops and manages Operating and Capital Budgets and authorizes expenditures for capital purchases and special projects.
• Participates in or directs Operational Engineering functions such as Arc Flash Studies, Safety Reviews, Switching Operations, Circuit Optimization, and other similar tasks.
• Directs the preparation and administration of contracts for construction and engineering activities.
• Negotiates and recommends approval of change orders to engineering and construction contracts.
• Performs research, studies, and utilizes industry knowledge and connections to direct the evaluation of materials, equipment, and procedures for safety, reliability, and effectiveness.
• Coordinates with utilities, partners and agencies for information and scheduling of engineering and construction related activities.
• Initiates financial, approval, and permitting process with federal, state, local and private entities. Secures permits and monitors compliance with all applicable regulations.

Management Responsibilities

Yes

City Competencies

• Demonstrated cultural competence to effectively interact, work, and develop meaningful relationships with people of diverse identities, perspectives, and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong learning orientation. Leverages all resources and is creative in ways of learning for self to continue adapting to changing issues and trends.
• A desire and ability to understand the diverse needs of internal and external customers, and to create experiences and deliver services that exceed their expectations.
• A desire and ability to utilize digital tools for organizational information, individual, and teamwork.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of electrical and power systems engineering practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of construction and operations best practices
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and standards and regulatory agency guidelines.
• Knowledge of contract development and management
• Ability to recognize and implement best practices.
• Ability to operate engineering and word processing software packages,
• Ability to develop computerized spreadsheets.
• Ability to prepare bid specifications.
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts.
• Technical writing skills.
• Project management skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Supervisory and training skills.

Required Qualifications

Experience Requirements

• Eight to ten years related experience.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. The City may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training

• Valid driver's license. Professional Engineering license in the State of Colorado desired.

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Director, Elec Engineering

The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access to City services, programs and activities and will make special communication arrangements for persons with disabilities. Please call (970) 221-6535 for assistance.
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Because the possession and use of marijuana, whether for medical use or otherwise, constitutes a federal offense and because the City is a drug free workplace, the City will not accommodate the medical use of marijuana and enforces written policy prohibiting working for the City while marijuana is in the body. The fact that state law recognizes medical marijuana as a prescribed, or otherwise permitted, medication does not alter or otherwise change this policy.
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