Substation & Relay Manager

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Department:

1323 GRU - Sub and Relay Engineer

Salary Range Minimum:

$103,640.00

Salary Range Maximum:

$159,346.50

Closing Date:

Until Filled

Job Details:

This is managerial and technical work directing installation, maintenance, repair, testing, and operation of substation power system apparatus and protective relays.

Positions allocated to this class report to a designated supervisor and work under general supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from higher classes by its lack of overall department responsibility and from lower classes by its management responsibility and emphasis on electric systems and substation facilities.

This position includes NERC CIP Responsibilities.

Electrical Engineering Degree is preferred.

Job Description:

NATURE OF WORK

This is managerial and technical work directing installation, maintenance, repair, testing, and operation of substation power system apparatus and protective relays.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS

Positions allocated to this class report to a designated supervisor and work under general supervision. Work in this class is distinguished from higher classes by its lack of overall department responsibility and from lower classes by its management responsibility and emphasis on electric systems and substation facilities.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Plans, organizes, and directs work of personnel engaged in installation, maintenance, testing, repair, and operation of power transformers, power circuit breakers, switchgear, power system protective relaying, control switchboards, and associated equipment.

Coordinates and directs activities of consulting firms and contractors on major utility projects involving transmission and substation facilities.

Oversees and directs short circuit and stability studies used in relay setting calculations, power system relay coordination, and power circuit breaker evaluations.

Oversees preparation of technical specifications and bid evaluations for power system apparatus.

Assists in administering labor agreements.

Recommends selection, promotion, discharge, and other appropriate personnel actions.

Prepares, submits, and monitors annual divisional budget.

Formulates policies for operating functions.

Attends work on continuous and regular basis.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

May be responsible for enforcing the drug policy, based on physical location and organizational structure.

Will be required to respond under emergency conditions.

May be required to supervise employees designated as performing "safety sensitive" functions, for purposes of the Drug Free Workplace Program, depending on job assignment and work location.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with major course work in an engineering or science discipline acceptable to management, and eight years progressively responsible experience in utilities engineering, utilities consulting, or related field, including four years supervisory experience, or any equivalent combination of education or experience.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATES

Valid Florida Driver's License required.

Valid State of Florida Professional Engineer license desired.

NOTES

None.

SELECTION FACTORS

Thorough knowledge of engineering and economic principles as applied to power system fault analysis, power system protective relay application, and power system stability.

Thorough knowledge of installation, maintenance, and operation of power transformers and circuit breakers and necessary test equipment.

Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of effective administration and supervision.

Knowledge of governmental budget procedures.

Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate efforts of professional and technical subordinates.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to work effectively with elected officials, charter officers, department heads, representatives of other agencies, other city employees, and the general public.

Human Resources Department: Signed original on file in Human Resources /

Date

This section of the job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities of the position. The omission of a specific job function does not absolve an employee from being required to perform additional tasks incidental to or inherent in the job.

REVISION DATE: 12/1/94; 8/4/97.

Note:

May Require Assessment(s).

May fill multiple positions.

May establish an eligibility list.

Come join our team! The City of Gainesville offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities to grow both professionally and personally.

All 'regular' employees are eligible for traditional benefits such as health insurance, life insurance, paid leave, 11 paid a holidays a year, a pension plan and a deferred compensation plan, but we also offer great things like on-site fitness centers, tuition reimbursement, on-site medical staff and a wellness program to keep you healthy and happy. Please note; benefits are not available for temporary employees.

Equal Opportunity

The City of Gainesville is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate in hiring. Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Individuals with a disability, who require special accommodations during the selection process, should notify the Human Resources Department at 352-334-5077 or TDD/TTY at 352-334-2292.

Veterans' Preference

Veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' Preference ensures that veterans and eligible persons are given consideration at each step of the selection process.

However, preference does not guarantee that a veteran or other eligible person will be the candidate selected to fill the position. Section 295.07, Florida Statutes (F.S.) specifies who is eligible for Veterans' Preference. State of Florida residency is not required for Veterans' Preference.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at HR@cityofgainesville.org or by calling 352-334-5077.