NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Electric Utilities Director
City of Washington, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$107K/yr - $182K/yr
10+ years expNEOGOV is seeking an Electric Utilities Director to oversee the municipal-owned electrical utility system in the City of Washington, NC. This role involves managing personnel, budgeting, and ensuring the effective delivery of reliable electric service to customers while planning for infrastructure expansion.
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Responsibilities
Coordinates priorities and objectives on new or revised installation projects involving compliance with specific designs or specifications with engineering personnel
Oversees capital budgeting and planning of service extensions
Monitors and evaluates activities of employees for effectiveness, completeness and compliance with safety standards; inspects work in the field; reviews daily work reports and provides feedback
Conducts safety training and safety meetings to ensure staff remain aware of safety issues
Develops budget estimates of hours worked including forecasting future requirements for personnel, materials, supplies and equipment; authorizes requisitions and purchase orders for supplies or equipment
Prepares monthly reports of work accomplished, work in progress and operational costs
Coordinates the planning and construction of new sub-stations by consulting with engineering staff; identifies the need for change orders, specification development and materials needed; inspects work performed by outside contractors
Establishes annual maintenance and performance objectives for the electrical utility division; develops division and employee performance objectives
Prepares as-built maps of the electrical distribution system; trains subordinates in reading and understanding mapping system
Understands the local political environment and effectively communicates with Washington's City Manager, City Council, City Staff and public on all public power issues, operational, financial, electric rates, distribution system long-range planning, economic development and territorial matters
Provides technical, administrative and supervisory guidance for the day-to-day operations of the Electric Department, including personnel matters (e.g. hiring and terminations, timesheet approvals, expense reports, etc.)
Responds to and evaluates citizen inquiries and complaints to determine responsibility and develop methods to resolve problems
Trains and develops employees, provides feedback and responds to employee relations issues in order to maintain a competent and motivated workforce
Serves as the primary technical representative for the City on state and regional public and private electrical infrastructure initiatives
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from four-year College or University in Engineering, preferably Electrical, or a related field; or a minimum of (10) ten years of progressively responsible work experience, preferably in a municipal electrical utility environment, which includes extensive experience in electric utility management. An equivalent combination of education and experience is also acceptable
Valid N.C. driver's license and acceptable driving record
Preferred
Licensed Professional Engineer
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Paid Life Insurance
Employer Paid Leave: Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Sick
Retirement
Deferred Compensation Plans
Cafeteria Plan / Supplemental Benefits
Death Benefit
Pay Periods/Direct Deposit
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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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
The Carlyle Group,Warburg PincusWarburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
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CEO
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