NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Electric Systems Director
Huntersville, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$118K/yr - $182K/yr
7+ years expThe Town of Huntersville is seeking an Electric Systems Director to oversee the electric system operations that will transition from ElectriCities to the Town in July 2026. The successful candidate will manage the operation and maintenance of the Town’s electric system and will be responsible for setting departmental policies and goals, as well as supervising personnel.
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Responsibilities
Oversees the operation, maintenance, development, and funding for the town’s electric distribution system, including overhead and underground electric lines and equipment, and load management
Identifies and directs repair and restoration of power efforts, coordinates planned outages with residential and commercial customers
Prepares operating and capital improvement budget requests; controls expenditure of appropriated funds; supervises preparation of reports and maintenance records
Manages development and implementation of short- and long-term goals for the department
Participates in development and recommendation of electric rates
Prepares, reviews and negotiates contracts with outside labor forces for electric system maintenance and construction, including line and service, tree trimming and substation maintenance
Oversees compliance with and maintains knowledge of all applicable local, state and federal regulations related to the operation of an electric distribution system
Allocates personnel and department resources; oversees and directs departmental training; assigns and schedules work; participates in recruitment and selection of employees; makes recommendations regarding salary increases, discipline and termination; conducts employee performance evaluations
Directs safety and training programs for the department
Coordinates the sharing of information related to electric service operations, outages, and other updates to keep customers informed
Prepares and maintains a variety of records and reports; creates and presents information to outside parties when necessary
Coordinates with the Finance Director as needed related to billing, collections, and account maintenance
Coordinates with other town departments related to future capital needs, development and construction impacts on service delivery and electric system
Develops and maintains positive working relationships with Duke Energy, local cooperatives, municipal leaders and elected officials, and other NCMPA1 and ElectriCities members
Receives, investigates and responds to inquiries and complaints
Responds to emergencies when required
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of electric distribution systems, load capacity and basic design for municipal electric / utility operations
Knowledge of local and regional electric systems
Knowledge of occupational hazards and related safety practices and ability to direct staff accordingly
Knowledge of public administration practices related to personnel and fiscal management
Ability to review and analyze plans and specifications for the construction and maintenance of electric distribution systems
Ability to formulate comprehensive operational policies and procedures
Ability to prepare technical reports
Ability to plan and supervise the work of staff
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with government officials, associates, contractors and the general public
Bachelor's degree with coursework in engineering, preferably Electrical, or related field
7 to 10 years of experience with progressive responsibility in electric system management
Combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, abilities, and skills to complete the essential functions and job responsibilities of this position
Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina
This position is subject to Emergency Call Back during emergency situations and inclement weather
Preferred
Possession of Professional Engineer license
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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