ELECTRIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATOR

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Energy, Enforcement Division has a full-time vacancy for 13-1040 Compliance Officers-8.

Summary:

To provide senior level management, analyses, and recommendations regarding operational aspects of the electric distribution system, including capital projects for reliability and safety as well as review of emergency response plans, participation during significant events, and evaluation of electric utility responses to outages and significant events.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS : Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience : Bachelor's degree and 7 years of experience OR equivalent combination of 11 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Education and experience must be in chemical, civil, electrical, environmental, industrial or mechanical engineering, nuclear science & engineering or occupational safety and health.

License/Certification: Valid driver’s license

Other Requirements: None

Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 10 years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in 'trainee status' for this position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS : Background in engineering, electric utility reliability or operations, security, administrative procedures, and enforcement applications. Knowledge of program administration and evaluation. Knowledge of state and federal laws relating to electric utilities. Experience working with the State Building Code. Knowledge of the principles of supervision, administration, and community organization as applicable to specialized program area. Ability to prepare budgets. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing. Ability to evaluate and analyze program effectiveness and resource management. Ability to speak before public groups and legislative committees. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with federal, state and other public officials. Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS : None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

DISCLAIMERS:

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities:

Assists the Enforcement Division Director in the administration of the division.

Supervises and provides training for clerical, professional and technical Enforcement Division staff in the study, analysis, research and reporting of results on operational issues. Evaluates the work product of subordinates and prepares performance evaluations.

Institutes business processes in order to prepare and supervise the preparation of detailed reports, studies and testimony used to formulate recommendations to the Department of Energy and the Public Utilities Commission on technical aspects in utility operations, public utility policy and engineering issues.

Analyzes technical aspects of utility operations such as capacity, reliability, safety, and physical and cyber security including associated costs of utility operations to ensure adequate planning to meet regulatory standards.

Supports State Emergency Response Plan implementation as designated Emergency Support Function role within National Incident Management framework including drill participation, emergency response and plan review.

Represents the Department of Energy on the State Security Team for developing and enforcing agency policies regarding data classification and appropriate user computer security methodologies; coordinates training as required.

Investigates power outages, health and safety violations, customer complaints, accidents and other conditions impacting the public and recommends action or improvements. Conducts periodic inspections of electric utility workers to determine compliance with Department rules and policies.

Maintains important and continuous contact with officials of public utility companies or their representatives; consumers; state, regional and federal officials and special interest groups in the exchange, development and analysis of information on which public utility policy, strategic planning and the provision of safe and reliable service are based. Represent the department at the state’s Building Code Review Board.

Develops department policies and strategies to achieve agency goals and objectives and to meet statutory mandates, in conjunction with the Commissioner, the Enforcement Division Director and other management personnel.

For further information please contact Michael Soucy, Director, Enforcement Division at Michael.R.Soucy@energy.nh.gov or 603-731-8111.

• TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx

Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964