Director, Electric Distribution

Position Title

Director, Electric Distribution (Full-Time Regular) (Unclassified Management)

REQUISITION #:

req8258

Department

L&P Electric Field Services

LOCATION:

UTILITIES SERVICE CTR - BLDG A

Benefit Category

Unclassified Management

View Classifications & Benefits

Employment Type

Full-Time Regular

Flsa Status

Exempt

Annual Salary Range

$117,209.00 - 195,337.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

Annual Anticipated Hiring Range

$155,000.00 - $165,000.00 (Salaries are paid biweekly)

Selection Process

Application deadline is

3:00 p.m. MT on 1/5/2026

You will receive an email acknowledgment when you have successfully submitted an application. Your completed application will be forwarded to the hiring manager. You will be notified if you are selected for further testing or interviews. Please keep your contact information up-to-date. The status of your application will be updated in your applicant profile.

Post-offer Background Check And Motor Vehicle Report Required

• (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)
  
  

While the City of Fort Collins offers many remote and/or hybrid positions, all remote or hybrid work must be performed in the state of Colorado.

Why Work For the City of Fort Collins?

• Medical, dental, vision (for self, spouse, domestic partner, 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
  
  

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Job Summary

The City of Fort Collins is seeking an experienced Director of Electric Distribution to oversee the safe and efficient construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of high-voltage electric distribution infrastructure throughout the city. This role is responsible for ensuring the reliability of critical electrical assets while prioritizing safety in all operational activities. Additionally, the position involves managing various operational crews, overseeing the Electric Lineworker Apprentice Program, and overseeing comprehensive safety training to uphold the highest industry standards.

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 the management and supervision of the overall electric distribution system, including operations and maintenance, value-added service options and construction of major electric facilities.
• Participates as an active member of the Utilities Planning Team.
• Initiates and supports implementation and marketing of new products and services.
• Responsible for the safety of line personnel working in close proximity to high voltage distribution lines and equipment.
• Works with Electrical Engineering and Operations & Technology Directors in developing short term and long range plans and Light & Power’s annual budget based on the goals and growth objectives of the Service Area.
• Ensures consistency with staff responsible for enforcing rules and regulations, government laws, city ordinances or codes.
• Coordinates work activities of the L&P Electric Field Services Department with other City departments or divisions as needed in order to sustain or enhance service levels to the public.
• Plans and develops a capital budget and operations and maintenance budget for the Electric Field Services Department.
• Develops budget specifications, and initiates purchase requisitions for heavy equipment and vehicles for Light & Power.
• Interprets company policies and methods.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates departmental performance, operating policies, and procedures.
  
  

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.
• Experience building teams and implementing practices to lead others well in an inclusive, high-performance organization. Skill in integrating and synthesizing others’ viewpoints to build alignment of diverse perspectives to achieve results.
• Capable of creating conditions of emotional safety and demonstrates self-awareness and regulation in responding to others.
• Capable of systems thinking to see interdependent relationships and recognize multiple causes and effects of community issues, to predict or anticipate the consequences of policy decisions, and to community and organizational resources.
• Strong ability to assess alternatives in terms of their financial, revenue, social, environmental, and strategic advantages and disadvantages and propose solutions.
  
  

Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of general engineering principles and practices.
• Knowledge of electrical theory and systems as applied to the operation, maintenance, and construction of electrical distribution systems.
• Knowledge of federal, City and trade organization policies and standards.
• Ability to develop and maintain large operating or capital budgets.
• Ability to effectively direct and manage employees.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to use computer-aided design, spreadsheet, presentation and word processing software.
  
  

MinimumPreferred

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED High School diploma or GED, 2 years formal education beyond high school

Experience Requirements

• Ten (10) years experience, including five as a supervisor in electric utility construction and operations.
  
  

At the City, we are focused on finding the strongest candidate for the role, and we recognize that excellence can come from a wide variety of experiences and paths. When reviewing applications, we consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and lived experiences that align with the minimum qualifications. If you are interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to view your background broadly and highlight the skills and experiences that best prepare you for the role.

Certifications/Licenses/Specialized Training

• Valid driver's license. Electrical Journey Lineworker Certification.
  
  

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Dir, Electric Distribution

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.

Notice Regarding Medical and/or Recreational Marijuana Use

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.

The City is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Employment decisions will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. The City does not tolerate behavior that results in the terms and conditions of employment being adversely impacted based on an employee’s protected status, or any behavior that violates this policy.

Consistent with the City’s respect for the rights and dignity of each employee, the City is committed to providing a work environment that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment. The City prohibits discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics, including race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation (including perceived sexual orientation), gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, age 40 years or older, pregnancy or related condition, military, veteran status or uniformed service member status, genetic information, marital status or any other status protected under federal, state or local law.

The City is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment. In addition to the City’s commitment to equal opportunity employment, the City strictly prohibits discrimination or retaliation against an employee who raises any reasonable concern about workplace violations of government health or safety rules or a significant threat to the health or safety of City employees or the public, if the City controls the workplace conditions giving rise to the threat or violation.

BACKGROUND CHECK AND MOTOR VEHICLE REPORT REQUIRED. (Background checks are considered in relation to the responsibilities and requirements of the position)

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