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KLK Executive Solutions · 21 hours ago

Chief Operating Officer - Presque Isle Electric and Gas

Onaway, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

15+ years exp

KLK Executive Solutions has been retained by Presque Isle Electric and Gas Cooperative (PIEG) to find an experienced operations professional for their Chief Operating Officer (COO) position. The COO will provide strategic and operational leadership, overseeing various services and ensuring efficient operations and reliable service delivery.

Human Resources

Hiring Manager

Kerry Kalbfleisch

Responsibilities

Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with the cooperative's goals

Oversee capital planning, resiliency initiatives, and infrastructure improvements

Direct budgets and financial performance and apply sound business management practices

Lead the prioritization and execution of multiple projects

Establish project management processes and accountability systems

Develop and manage both short- and long-term operational and financial plans

Monitor performance against strategic initiatives using data and metrics

Benchmark industry best practices to strengthen cooperative performance

Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and industry standards

Oversee training programs to ensure technical competency, safety readiness, and regulatory compliance

Work with Human Resources on labor relations policy and collective bargaining strategy

Manage relationships with union leadership and ensure contract adherence

Represent the cooperative with members, regulators, vendors, and external stakeholders

Prepare and present reports to the CEO and Board of Directors

Participate in emergency response preparedness and restoration activities as required

Qualification

Strategic operations leadershipFinancial performance managementProject managementUtility industry experienceRegulatory complianceTeam leadershipCommunication skillsProblem-solving