Western Area Power Administration · 4 hours ago
Deputy Administrator and Chief Operating Officer
Lakewood, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$199K/yr - $228K/yrThe U.S. Western Area Power Administration is seeking a dynamic and innovative executive to provide leadership and direction in overseeing management for WAPA-wide operational areas. The role involves ensuring effective communication, overseeing engineering programs, and representing WAPA in various meetings to establish relationships with stakeholders.
Electrical DistributionEnergyEnergy Management
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serves as first assistant to the WAPA Administrator and acts as WAPA Administrator in the absences or disability of the WAPA Administrator
Serve as the principal advisor to the Administrator on all matters relating to assigned functions and programs, including the establishment and implementation of WAPA-wide operating policies
Articulate the vision and clear strategic direction for WAPA-wide engineering programs functionally critical to WAPA's mission
Ensure internal and external communication processes and systems are open, efficient, and accurately portray and actively promote WAPA's policies and objectives, serving the diverse needs of internal and external customers in a dynamic electric utility industry
Provide executive leadership and direction in overseeing management for WAPA-wide operational areas, including electric reliability compliance, transmission asset management and planning, and engineering and design
Direct assigned organizational activities and frame strategic plans based on broad organizational assessments and evaluations of long-term organizational objectives; set internal control standards for effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity; and assess organizational policy, program, and project viability
Ensure all engineering programs, functions, and activities are accomplished in a cost-effective manner and performed within a quality-focused work environment, sensitive to the needs of customers and stakeholders
Contribute to developing WAPA's overall long-range direction, goals, and strategies; leading high-performing teams; employing excellent business principles; fostering commitment to power system stewardship; and directing the formulation and implementation of broad engineering programs and policies
Represent WAPA in meetings with various Federal, State, municipal, private, and public interest groups, utility officials, delegations, committees, and employee labor unions on issues dealing with assigned programs and establish working and consultative relationships to ensure widespread input into decision-making processes
Qualification
Required
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution
To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES
Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position
Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications
TQ1: Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of the electric utility industry, with specific focus on high-voltage transmission and/or serving as a wholesale power providers to distribution utilities. This includes extensive experience overseeing critical operational areas such as safety; electric reliability compliance; transmission maintenance/asset management and planning; and engineering and design. This qualification also encompasses proven ability to provide executive leadership, direction, and guidance in the development of long-term business strategies for a large utility operating in a complex legislative, regulatory, and stakeholder/shareholder environment
TQ2: Demonstrated ability to lead cross functional teams and build coalitions to creatively address complex issues, with competing interests and priorities, delivering positive results, in an energy or electric utility environment. This involves a track record of providing executive leadership, direction, and guidance in navigating intricate challenges within a large utility, grounded in significant experience within the energy or electric utility sector, illustrating adeptness at strategic planning and operational oversight
ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people
ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades
ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality
ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable
ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors
A complete application includes items described below. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible)
RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages (i.e., 1 page that is double-sided or 2 pages that are one-sided each) showing all relevant experience. A minimum of 10-point font is required. Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service (SES) must include evidence of the ECQs and TQs
VACANCY QUESTION/ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE RESPONSES: Responses are automatically submitted through USA Jobs when you apply to this vacancy
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation if applicable: CURRENT OR FORMER SES MEMBERS: Must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility
SES CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (SESCDP) GRADUATES: Verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SESCDP and OPM SES QRB certification
CURRENT OR FORMER FEDERAL CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEE: Must provide a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting you are a current Federal Civil Service employee
Benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Company
Western Area Power Administration
Western Area Power Administration markets and transmits electricity, transmission system operation and maintenance services.
Founded in 1977
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Greg Hansen
Vice President IT - Infrastructure
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