Supervisor, Wind Operations

PacifiCorp • LARAMIE, WY

1d • $102,000 - $140,250 • Onsite

About The Position

Directs the activities of wind generation technicians, wind generation contractors and wind generation technician crew leaders to achieve safe, efficient, environmentally compliant and cost-effective wind powered electrical generation. Ensures work is planned, prioritized, scheduled and performed in a cost-effective manner. Responsible for selecting, coaching, and developing employees, implements and supports Company programs and policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Wildlife Biology or Environmental Sciences; or equivalent degree.
• A minimum of five years of experience in the wildlife field, preferably related to energy generation.
• A minimum of three years of experience in a supervisory role overseeing employees.
• Knowledge and understanding of environmental aspects related to wind energy generation, particularly eagles and other wildlife.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local governmental environmental laws and regulations, including BGEPA, MBTA, and ESA.
• Data gathering, analysis and interpretation skills.
• Writing skills.
• Proficient with the use of personal computers including spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications to gather, analyze, and present information.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to communicate expectations, provide feedback, work collaboratively with other departments, and consult with internal and external customers regarding matters which may be sensitive in nature.
• Ability to work with all levels of an organization including people with different styles and backgrounds and ability to work as a member of a team.
• Ability to prioritize workload under pressure.
• Ability to travel as needed for project site visits, internal trainings, audits, and meetings.
• Ability to work safely in remote conditions.
• Must be flexible and available in responding to after-hour emergencies.
• Commitment and dedication to manage projects or assignments through completion.
• Leadership and teamwork skills to develop and promote cooperative working relationships within their crew, contractors and among departments.
• Ability to make timely decisions.

Nice To Haves

• Masters degree in related field.
• Knowledge of wind plant operations and wind plant systems.
• Familiarity with Eagle Incidental Take Permit requirements.
• Previous experience in a supervisory at an electric utility or wind generation company.
• Experience leading complex projects.
• GIS skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with company environmental and wildlife avian policies, procedures, permits, and associated regulations.
• Oversee day-to-day work of wind environmental/wildlife internal and contract technicians. Ensure work is conducted accurately, safely, and on budget.
• Coordinate with wind environmental leadership team on implementation, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Hold supervised employees and contractors accountable to work safely, productively, and in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee avian and other wildlife surveys, environmental monitoring, and avian curtailment activities at wind plant facilities.
• Supervise internal and/or contract employees within the guidelines of the applicable working agreements and enforce.
• As assigned by a wind environmental manager and/or director, responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, coaching, and development of employees.
• Assist with preparation of Scope of Work documents necessary to obtain contractor work. Assist with invoicing, budget forecasting, and budget reporting.
• Deliver training and provide guidance to operations staff, environmental technicians and contractors.
• Build and maintain cooperative working relationships with other departments, including Operations, and regulatory agencies.
• Implement business objectives, strategies and plans.
• Adhere to local, state, and federal guidelines, permits, and regulations.
• Review environmental/wildlife data collection. Assist with preparation and submittal of agency wildlife or other reports.
• Review, understand, and implement wildlife/avian permit conditions, and associated company procedures.
• Develop or update policy and processes to ensure environmental compliance, as needed and under direction of wind environmental leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401k with match fixed contributions, including a Roth and saving option. For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. For nonunion, PacifiCorp makes a fixed contribution equal to 4% of your eligible pay each year for new hires. In addition, PacifiCorp matches 100% of the first 6% you contribute.
• Life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefits, including pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Mass Transit Pass for employees in our Portland and Salt Lake City Offices.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)
• Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing

What This Job Offers

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