Description

Responsible for providing executive management and senior engineering expertise for the Electric Engineering Division of Denton Municipal Electric (DME).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

DUTIES

• Manage short term and long-term planning of the electric utility transmission and distribution system for DME.
• Manage complex engineering analysis of the transmission and distribution system for DME.
• Manage engineering design of the transmission and distribution system for DME.
• Manage development of standards and specifications for the transmission and distribution system for DME.
• Develop the annual Capital budget for transmission and distribution system improvements.
• Develop the Operating budget for the Electric Engineering Division.
• Coach and counsel subordinates to resolve issues, complaints and grievances, and take necessary actions in accordance with policies and procedures; develop subordinate leadership abilities.
• Establish team performance measures, priorities, work sequences, and training needs; engage staff in development of key performance objectives and process improvement.
• Prepare written communications and presentations to City Management, Public Utilities Board, and City Council that effectively communicates DME transmission and distribution issues, including agenda items, to inform and/or obtain approvals.

SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff; recommend assignment/assignment change, retention, discipline, and dismissal.  

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  

SAFETY  

• Ensure equipment is in safe operating condition; perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment, as appropriate and/or notify leadership immediately of needed repairs.  
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Promptly report unsafe conditions in the work area and/or any conditions that are not immediately correctable to leadership. 

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Safety Sensitive (Subject to random drug testing): Yes. 
• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting. 
• Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching. 
• Lifting: Lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds). 
• Environment: Works in an office setting. 
• Travel: Travel to City of Denton buildings and professional meetings as required. 
• Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Must be able to work after normal business hours, holidays, and weekends, as needed. Must attend regularly scheduled and special meetings.
• Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions. 

CORE VALUES

• Inclusion 
• Collaboration 
• Quality Service 
• Strategic Focus 
• Fiscal Responsibility  

TOP TIER BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans  
• Employee Health Clinic  
• Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan  

EEO STATEMENT  

The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the City of Denton to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.  

ADA/EOE/ADEA
 
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract.  Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.  

E-Verify: The City of Denton participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. 

Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university; and,
• Ten (10) years’ experience in electric utility engineering; and,
• Ten (10) years’ experience in a management or supervisory capacity.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The list below represents the knowledge, skill, and/or ability to perform this job successfully: 
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local Government laws, ordinances, and electric utility regulations. 
• Knowledge of project management principles, including the ability to review and recommend project improvements based on scope and budget. 
• Knowledge of effective research-based strategies, theories, techniques, and methodologies.  
• Skill in analyzing, researching, interpreting, and understanding policies, laws, and regulations, and to provide workable recommendations and solutions that maintain compliance. 
• Skill in complex problem solving; identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.  
• Skill at the intermediate level, working with applicable Microsoft Office 365 products, and other software systems to complete work.  
• Skill in providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.  
• Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.  
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written forms, for the needs of the audience. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships. 
  Ability to handle records and complex situations of a confidential nature.  
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and confidentiality.  
• Ability to work independently and/or with team environment while handling multiple tasks and changing priorities with attention to detail.  
• Ability to support controversial positions, negotiation of sensitive issues and/or presentations with internal and external stakeholders.  
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and train through direct and indirect influence to promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.  
• Ability to develop, understand, interpret, and apply rules, policies, and procedures operations.  

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Must have and maintain a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law).
• Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, employment history verification, and social security number verification check.