Power Management Control Engineer

About Us

Tallahassee, a diverse community of nearly 200,000 residents, is the state capital and home to Florida A&M University, Florida State University, and Tallahassee State College. It is known for its national forest, freshwater lakes, and abundant parks and recreational activities. Located in the north-central portion of the state of Florida, the City is 30 minutes south of the Georgia state line and one hour north of the Gulf of Mexico.

The City, as an organization, has a devoted workforce of approximately 4,000 people who come together to ensure the needs of the community are met through municipal services. These services include Police, Fire, Utilities (electric, gas, water, wastewater, stormwater), Parks and Recreation, Aviation-Tallahassee International Airport, and general municipal services. The City's mission is to be the national leader in the delivery of public service.

The City of Tallahassee's workforce is our community's lifeblood, we offer diverse career opportunities, a positive work-life balance, competitive compensation, exceptional wellness programs, and comprehensive benefits, all of which position us to be the premier employer of choice for this area.

Deadline (Open Until Filled)

Open until filled.

Department Name

Electric & Gas Utility

Job Specifications

MAJOR FUNCTION:

This is a highly advanced and very responsible professional and technical power systems control and advanced applications engineering work in the design, specification, and management of computer hardware and software support for the City's power management and control systems. Work involves providing and maintaining computer hardware and software support for the City's power management computer system; writing, editing compiling, and networking various computer language programs for the power management system and its associated peripheral control systems; and planning and evaluating the hardware and software additions necessary to improve the power management and control system's ability to monitor, analyze, and control an interconnected power system.

Work is performed under the general direction of the Engineering Operations Manager - System Operations Technical Support with considerable independence, initiative and professional discretion in discharging responsibilities. The work is reviewed through conferences, reports, and by results obtained.

For the complete job specification, listing essential duties and desirable qualifications, go to http://www.talgov.com/employment/hr-job-descriptions.aspx

Minimum Training & Experience

Possession of a bachelor's degree in electrical or electronic engineering, computer science or a related field and six years of professional work experience that includes electric utility power system controls or related networking/IT operations; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

Individuals in this classification are considered essential during emergency and storm situations and must be able to work 16 hours per day for extended periods of time and may be required to be away from their family.

Individuals in this classification must be available to serve on-call and are subject to having to work outside of their assigned shift/schedule to meet operational needs.

Employees in this classification that are required to have unescorted access to the Electric Control Center will be required to complete a personnel risk assessment consisting of an identity verification and seven-year criminal history screening (minimum) and maintain satisfactory clearance for continued employment.

Salary Range

$31.1503 to $84.5287/hourly. Hiring rate generally will not exceed $67.8423/hour

Driver's License Requirements

Must possess a valid Class-E State driver's license at the time of appointment.

Benefits Information

The City offers comprehensive benefits packages including paid vacation, sick leave, parental, and catastrophic illness leaves; defined benefit pension; defined contribution plans; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; as well as medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, pre-paid legal, critical illness, and auto insurance plans. For information about benefits offered to eligible City employees,* visit ALEX

• OPS employees are eligible for medical insurance plans but not eligible for paid vacation, paid sick leave, or paid holidays. Temporary employees (Non-OPS) are not eligible to participate in the City's benefits programs

How To Apply

Visit Talgov.com/Employment click on the 'Apply Today' button, then navigate to 'My Job Applications' icon, and create an account. Only online applications will be accepted for this vacancy. Remember, you must complete all sections of the application, including the education and work history section, even if this information is included on your resume.

If you have any questions regarding this position or the application process, please contact the City's Human Resources and Workforce Development Department at 850-891-8214.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The City of Tallahassee is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting equity and celebrating diversity. The City of Tallahassee invites applications without regard to an individual's race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Veterans' Preference:

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses of the service members and veterans, will receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. For information on who may be eligible for Veterans' Preference, go to http://floridavets.org/benefits-services/veterans-preference/, or call Human Resources & Workforce Development at (850) 891-8214.To claim Veterans' Preference, applicants must upload a DD-214 (and other documentation, as applicable) with their online application prior to the closing date of the job opening.

Accommodation for Persons with a Disability:

If you require an accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the City's ADA Coordinator, in the Office of Diversity & Inclusion, at 850-891-8950 or at TLHADA@talgov.com Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., or TDD 711, at least 48 hours, (excluding weekends and holidays), prior to the application deadline.

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