Tucson Electric Power · 6 hours ago
Supervisor, Transmission & Distributions Applications (GIS Infrastructure)
Tucson, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTucson Electric Power is a subsidiary of Fortis Inc., providing electric and gas services to nearly 700,000 customers in Arizona. The Supervisor of Transmission & Distributions Applications will lead a team responsible for the Geographic Information System and related technologies, ensuring client needs are met and operational efficiency is maintained.
Electrical DistributionEnergyPower Grid
Responsibilities
Reports to and coordinates closely with the appropriate Director or Supervisor of Information Services to plan and manage the responsibilities of the group
Coordinates with clients to ensure a thorough understanding of services and products required. Adept at understanding the needs of clients from a business perspective
Oversees, directs, and coordinates the work of staff members assigned to the group to ensure the delivery of results that meet client needs, and provide for the efficient long term operation of IS
Works with other IS groups to ensure the understanding and coordination of effective results
Develops and manages budgets which support the cost-effective implementation of strategies, tactics and operating plans within the immediate area of responsibility
Provides or ensures effective project leadership for assignments and initiatives the immediate group is involved in
Ensures that IS Standards and practices are understood and consistently applied
Maintains an effective level of expertise and understanding needed to direct and coordinate those areas of responsibility to ensure success
Is responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of the Geographic Information System, Outage Management System, Work Management System, Maintenance Management System and other related technologies supported by the immediate group
This position may provide services to affiliates of the Company subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and the related Policies and Procedures
Ensure that the Company’s management principles, policies and programs are consistently practiced and continually support the Affirmative Action Plan
Assume fiduciary responsibility for operating the business and provide recommendations on cost improvement measures
Ensure that the Performance Management program is administered uniformly and effectively
Comply with and administer the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement when applicable
Administers personnel functions, including recruiting, review and approval of job descriptions and salary classifications, and selection and placement of personnel. Participates in hiring, termination, promoting, assignment and direction of staff
Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws, regulations and standards, company policies, practices and ethical obligations to investigate, evaluate and recommend appropriate resolution to employee complaints
Promotes and participates in the professional development, personal growth and career planning of staff. Motivate, recognize and reward, coach, counsel, train; provide feedback to employees during performance reviews. Participates in Leadership Development programs
Addresses disciplinary and/or performance issues, according to company policy, and communicates effectively with employees regarding corrective action. Has input into the adjustment of grievances and administration of discipline
Plans day-to-day operations, estimates personnel needs and schedules and assigns work. Evaluate the structure and team plan for continual improvement of the efficiency and effectiveness of the group
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
Minimum 5 years of experience in the Information Service field and demonstrated experience leading an application support or large project team
Broad knowledge of related application systems and interfaces
Strong leadership and inter personal skills required to lead IS staff members and maintain effective relations with clients
Experience in GIS systems
Experience in business areas of Electric Utilities (experience specifically in Electric Distribution is a plus)
Experience in analysis for support and problem resolution of GIS systems for utilities
Experience in requirements analysis
Familiarity with MS Project, PowerPoint, Visio, Word, Excel
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science or related discipline preferred
A broad general knowledge of information systems technology subjects, extensive knowledge of hardware and software, and the ability to keep abreast of new technologies
Strong business knowledge and experience within the area of responsibility
Communicate effectively with clients, direct reports, and management
Benefits
401k plan with a generous company match and additional non-discretionary employer contribution for eligible employees
Affordable individual and family health insurance plans
Tuition assistance
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Company
Tucson Electric Power
Tucson Electric Power provides safe, reliable power to metro.
1001-5000 employees
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