Supervisor, Vegetation Management

Entergy • Little Rock, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for planning, implementation, and execution of all vegetation related activities (including planned maintenance, reactive maintenance, capital clearing, herbicide application, danger tree removal, and storm response) within assigned operating jurisdiction(s). This position also provides support for the overall Power Delivery (T&D) vegetation management program. This position is accountable for providing leadership, direction, and oversight for vegetation safety and operations in assigned area(s) for both internal vegetation staff and external contract work force. Responsible for contract management of multiple vendors to safely execute all work programs. Responsible for managing program budget, including flex up/down levers, to meet jurisdictional targets.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Arborist, Horticulturalist preferred) or equivalent work experience.
• 5-7 years experience in a related field.
• 5 years of experience in field operations.
• Computer proficiency.
• Knowledge of FAC-003 NERC Standard and other regulatory responsibilities.
• Ability to perform Field related functions for extended hours in varying terrain under all environmental conditions.

Nice To Haves

• With a 4-year college degree in Forestry or related field, a minimum of 8 years of electric utility vegetation management, line, substation, safety, project, or related experience.
• Without a 4-year college degree in Forestry or related field, a minimum of 10 years of electric utility vegetation management, line, substation, safety, project, or related experience.
• Arborist or Utility Arborist License/Cerification (preferred, or be able to obtain within 1 year)(strongly desired not required).

Responsibilities

• Daily supervision of internal staff across assigned jurisdiction(s) (up to 14 Vegetation Operations Coordinators).
• Develop, implement, and execute the vegetation work plan across assigned jurisdiction(s) with internal vegetation staff.
• Manage vegetation program to meet annual budget targets within assigned jurisdiction(s) with Power Delivery leadership.
• Support the overall safety program for all vegetation contract partners with the Power Delivery contractor safety department.
• Ensure all work activities follow Entergy’s Safe Work Rules Manual and procedural expectations.
• Support various activities related to the vegetation program work with Supply Chain (including reviewing/revising scopes, RFP’s, blanket contracts, etc…).
• Support various company directives with internal regulatory groups.
• Provide leadership, support, and advocacy for latest technology initiatives adopted within Power Delivery vegetation department.
• Provide leadership, support, and advocacy for all path to premiere initiatives adopted throughout organization.
• Apply electric utility experience and industry knowledge to ensure expectations are met regarding safe work practices, industry standards, regulations, and procedures (Incl. Job Safety/Hazard Analysis).
• Apply working knowledge of current IVM programs, techniques, and industry practices to help promote and develop the advancement of Entergy’s VM program.
• Monitor reliability performance across assigned jurisdiction(s) and implement improvement plans where applicable with internal staff.
• Collaborate with internal groups such as design, engineering, line department, and construction to support various projects as it relates to vegetation management.
• Effectively communicate work plans and progress to internal customers.
• Utilize conflict mitigation skills to manage and/or resolve issues within internal staff and contract partners.
• On call 24 hours a day for incident response and system emergencies.
• Lead and direct internal staff and contract personnel during incident response and/or storm restoration events within assigned jurisdiction(s).
• Participate in internal/external communication and educational programs as it relates to vegetation management programs.
• Participate in group and/or departmental teams in developing process improvement opportunities.
• Perform annual performance evaluations and improvement plans (if applicable) for internal staff.
• Responsible for contractor oversight across multiple vendors of up to 500 employees on a regular basis and up to several thousand during major restoration events.
• Responsible for coordination and sharing of resources across jurisdictions in support of Power Delivery vegetation management objectives.
• Responsible for managing annual O&M budget in assigned jurisdiction(s) up to $40,000,000.
• Responsible for providing oversight of vegetation management operations and safety in assigned jurisdiction(s).

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
• Compliance with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment.
• Policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
• Prohibition of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
• No improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties.
• Reasonable accommodations for online applicants.
• Availability to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company.
• Non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level