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Department
Public Utilities
Location
Public Utilities
Position Type
FT Employee
Salary
$161,948.80 - $196,788.80 a year
Requisition
74154
Open Date
10/15/2026
Close Date
11/05/2026
Description
Position is open until Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 4:30 PM EST
Primary Job Function:
Under the general direction of the Utility Operations Division Manager, the Electric Operations Integrity Manager develops and implements long range plans for and directs the work of a variety of highly technical teams to ensure the operational integrity of utility operations. Functions reporting to this position include electric distribution, electrical and mechanical maintenance, control systems and hydroelectric operations.
Essential Job Functions:
- Assesses the integrity of utility infrastructures and manages the development and implementation of long range plans to ensure cost-effective, reliable service for utilities.
- Develops standards and monitors processes and facilities to ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
- Manages engineering and technical support staff and contracted engineering resources in designing and implementing utility infrastructure changes and enhancements.
- Provides input for energy supply contracts.
- Oversees long range planning for infrastructure maintenance and improvements.
- Oversees hydroelectric operations.
- Oversees electrical and mechanical maintenance work and control systems for operations.
- Directs the investigation of relevant new materials, equipment, and construction methods, and makes prudent recommendations for their use
- Oversees the technical evaluation of new products, markets, and business ventures for NPU in support of the Business Development function.
- Sets measurement and performance standards and monitors reports to ensure standards are met; prioritizes and oversees continuous improvement efforts.
- Develops, monitors and achieves budget, plans and goals for system integrity units as assigned.
- Motivates and develops staff by utilizing performance management, progressive discipline and employee recognition programs.
- Provides adequate training for staff to meet performance expectations.
- Clarifies and interprets engineering and technical requirements of pertinent State and Federal regulatory agencies.
- Monitors and suggests responsive action on pending or existing legislation and regulations impacting NPU operations.
- Develops and maintains productive relationships with the city agencies, and State and Federal Regulatory Agencies.
- Enforces public safety codes and regulations as they apply to the services provided.
Other Related Duties:
- Encourages the participation of team members on relevant task forces and employee committees to promote employee growth and empowerment.
- Represents NPU as appropriate with outside boards and agencies.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, mechanical, or electrical engineering and with at least two years in a management capacity.
- Licensed in the State of Connecticut as a Professional Engineer, Master's degree or MBA preferred.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development as evidenced by continued education or membership in professional organizations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent communication: written, verbal and presentation skills.
- Knowledge of business system workflow processes, process improvement techniques, and quality management practices.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, and mange multiple simultaneous projects.
- Knowledge of performance management and employee relations principles and practices.
- Knowledge of personal computer systems and operations.
- Technical knowledge of utility operations.
- Strong change management, facilitation, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to develop an effective and productive organization to address customer needs and technical requirements.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with employees at all levels, customers, suppliers, and relevant external contacts.
- Ability to develop cost-effective quality control policies and procedures.
- Ability to interpret expense reports, develops budget requests, and manages projects and operations within budget. Ability to estimate resources and costs and account for variances.
- Demonstrated ability to manage projects, plan and budget.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, gain respect and get maximum work performance from employees.
- Demonstrated willingness to take risks and seek innovative solutions to business issues.
- Demonstrated ability to operate within established policies, practices and regulations.
- Ability to operate under pressure and not get easily frustrated.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid CT driver's license.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to:
- Use a keyboard for 10% to 30% of the workday, and sit at a desk or in meetings for extended periods of time.
- Have the visual acuity to read information on a monitor or printout.
- Have the ability to visit field site and construction locations on a routine basis.
- Deal with stressful people interactions and work under pressure.
Important Information
In order to be considered applicants must demonstrate on their application that they meet the minimum qualifications as stated in the job announcement. Norwich Public Utilities offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and life insurance; vision coverage; short- and long-term disability; supplemental voluntary insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a pension plan; and deferred compensation options.
You must reside within the State of Connecticut, 60 miles from Norwich, within one year of appointment.
Examination will consist of 100% written OR 100% oral OR 100% experience and training.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Disclaimer
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Exempt : No
Type : FT Employee
Department : Public Utilities
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