Assistant General Manager - Electric Services

City of Glendale•Glendale, CA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general administrative direction of the General Manager, this upper management position is responsible for planning, directing and controlling the long-range and short-term electrical services system planning and electrical services management activities including direct oversight of electrical engineering, field operation, grid system operation, and ongoing operations analysis and improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required.
Eight years of progressively responsible professional experience in electrical engineering, including four years in a senior managerial capacity in an electric utility system is required.
Registration as a Professional Electrical Engineer with the State of California.
A valid California Class C Driver's License is required.
Ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions is required (for staff without a valid California Class C Driver’s License).

Nice To Haves

Direct management experience overseeing electrical engineering, field operation and grid system operation is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Planning, directing and controlling the long-range and short-term electrical services system planning and electrical services management activities.
Direct oversight of electrical engineering, field operation, grid system operation, and ongoing operations analysis and improvement.
Provide exceptional customer service to all employees, customers, vendors and other City departments.
Model and practice the highest standards of ethical conduct.
Develop necessary skills from on-the-job training and meet standards of performance for the classification by the end of the probationary period.
Work the necessary hours and times, including overtime as authorized for non-management staff, to complete goals, tasks, and objectives.
Ensure the duties of the position are performed in a safe and efficient manner.
Assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working environment.
Foster a teamwork environment.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Give and receive direction in English.
Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
Operate or use all position-related software, equipment and tools effectively and safely.
Actively participate in maintaining a secure computing environment by adhering to and implementing City cybersecurity policies, procedures, and best practices. This includes understanding common cyber threats such as phishing and malware, and promptly reporting suspicious activities.