What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Key Account Relationship Manager position at City of Tacoma, WA?
Position Description
Tacoma Public Utilities (TPU) is seeking a relationship-driven, strategic Key Account Relationship Manager to serve as the primary business partner for some of our largest commercial, industrial, and institutional customers. In this highly visible role, you'll work across Tacoma Power, Tacoma Water, Tacoma Rail, Customer Services, and City departments to deliver exceptional customer service, develop long-term account strategies, and support initiatives that strengthen our community and local economy.
As a trusted advisor, you'll help provide key account customers with solutions that meet evolving business needs, coordinate major projects, process improvements and infrastructure planning, present conservation and sustainability programs, and coordinate communications with internal teams and departments. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on building strong partnerships, solving complex challenges, and collaborating across organizations to create outstanding customer experiences.
This position is on call 24/7 to manage supply issues for their assigned key accounts and may be required to work evening and weekend hours in addition to their regular work hours.
If you're a strategic relationship manager with strong business acumen, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for public service, we encourage you to apply.
Primary Responsibilities:
Qualifications
Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, marketing, energy management, planning or related field
Minimum Experience*
4 years of experience in commercial/industrial or residential energy services development, marketing, delivery or management
*Relevant education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis.
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
State of Washington Driver's License
Complete and maintain:
Selection Process & Supplemental Information
City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.
The City of Tacoma believes that diversity of thought, background, and experience contributes to our success and innovation. If you’re passionate about this role and our mission, we encourage you to apply. If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.
Apply
Interested individuals should apply online by completing the application and attaching a resume and cover letter by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications received without attaching the required materials may not progress in the selection process.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay Details:
Hourly Rate: $58.70 - $82.67
Annual Salary: $122,096.00 - $171,953.60
Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma
Get Assistance
For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement.
For technical difficulties using the NEOGOV system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.
Communication with the City of Tacoma
We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from Tacoma.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.
The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.
Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.
Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.
Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.
Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.
Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.
Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.
Other Employment Information
Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.
Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.
Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.
Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Tacoma Public Utilities (TPU) is seeking a relationship-driven, strategic Key Account Relationship Manager to serve as the primary business partner for some of our largest commercial, industrial, and institutional customers. In this highly visible role, you'll work across Tacoma Power, Tacoma Water, Tacoma Rail, Customer Services, and City departments to deliver exceptional customer service, develop long-term account strategies, and support initiatives that strengthen our community and local economy.
As a trusted advisor, you'll help provide key account customers with solutions that meet evolving business needs, coordinate major projects, process improvements and infrastructure planning, present conservation and sustainability programs, and coordinate communications with internal teams and departments. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on building strong partnerships, solving complex challenges, and collaborating across organizations to create outstanding customer experiences.
This position is on call 24/7 to manage supply issues for their assigned key accounts and may be required to work evening and weekend hours in addition to their regular work hours.
If you're a strategic relationship manager with strong business acumen, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for public service, we encourage you to apply.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary contact and relationship manager for assigned commercial, industrial, and institutional customers, coordinating services and identifying and resolving complex issues across Tacoma Power, Tacoma Water, Tacoma Rail, Customer Services, and City departments.
- Manage the acquisition and maintenance of key account customer information and data.
- Develop and maintain strategic account plans and profiles by understanding customer operations, business goals, strategic or confidential planning issues, utility usage, infrastructure needs, and long-term growth objectives.
- Lead or participate in cross-functional process improvement initiatives and special projects that enhance customer service, operational effectiveness, and collaboration across TPU divisions.
- Interpret utility policies, procedures, contracts, and applicable regulations while providing recommendations to improve business practices and customer outcomes.
- Coordinate planned and unplanned utility activities, including outage communications, infrastructure projects, and the development and processing of key account contracts and franchise agreements in partnership with internal stakeholders.
- Analyze customer utility usage, financial and operational data, and rate structures to provide accurate information, forecasts, budgeting support, and strategic recommendations.
- Present and support utility programs, products, conservation initiatives, and sustainability services that improve customer value and support energy and water efficiency goals.
- Collaborate with Economic Development and community partners to support business attraction, expansion, and retention by providing utility planning information, cost estimates, and development insights.
Qualifications
Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, marketing, energy management, planning or related field
Minimum Experience*
4 years of experience in commercial/industrial or residential energy services development, marketing, delivery or management
*Relevant education and experience may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis.
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
State of Washington Driver's License
Complete and maintain:
- Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) training
Selection Process & Supplemental Information
City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.
The City of Tacoma believes that diversity of thought, background, and experience contributes to our success and innovation. If you’re passionate about this role and our mission, we encourage you to apply. If you have a less traditional background, we want to hear about your transferrable skills and experience. We value a variety of perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the table.
Apply
Interested individuals should apply online by completing the application and attaching a resume and cover letter by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications received without attaching the required materials may not progress in the selection process.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay Details:
Hourly Rate: $58.70 - $82.67
Annual Salary: $122,096.00 - $171,953.60
Employee Benefits | City of Tacoma
Get Assistance
For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591-5400 by 4:00 p.m. of the closing date of the job announcement.
For technical difficulties using the NEOGOV system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.
Communication with the City of Tacoma
We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from Tacoma.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.
The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.
Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.
Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.
Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.
Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.
Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.
Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.
Other Employment Information
Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.
Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.
Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.
Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 8/7/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Salary : $59 - $83