Interim General Manager

Reading Municipal Light Department; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Reading Municipal Light Department is seeking an Interim General Manager to oversee operations and management for a period of 4 to 6 months. The successful candidate will direct staff, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. This role requires strong leadership and extensive experience in the utility sector.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in any facet of an electric utility.
• 10 years of electrical distribution planning and design preferred.
• 10 years of distribution automation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall operations and management of the RMLD.
• Prepare operational and capital budgets.
• Direct staff, planning, and policies aligned with the Board's directives.

Skills

Utility administration

Budget development

Personnel management

Asset Management

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree in Business Administration or Public Administration

Job description

Reading Municipal Light Department

Job Position Description

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS UNTIL 12PM, MONDAY, JUNE 23, 2025

Job Title: Interim General Manager Duration: 4 months to 6+ months (Beginning 6/30/25 through Hiring Process of new GM)	Reports to: Board of Commissioners
Division: Executive Group: Executive	Job Grade: Contract (Salary Negotiable)
Revision Date: 8-2-22	Reviewed By:
Work Location: 230 Ash St Office	Union: Y☐ NR

This Position Description presents illustrative work activities usually encountered by personnel filling this position. It is not meant to list all possible work activities in all possible work conditions. It is also not meant to define specific limits on work activities that may be performed by any person holding this position. Position descriptions may occasionally be changed to allow the RMLD to better meet the needs of the customers, reflect applicable laws and regulations, or otherwise implement Commission policies. All non-bargaining unit RMLD workers are “employees at will.”

JOB SUMMARY:
The General Manager (GM) is responsible for the overall operation and management of the RMLD under the direction and control of the RMLD Board of Commissioners and subject to Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 164. The GM is responsible for planning, organizing and directing all staff and operations of the utility providing services to electric customers in the RMLD service territory.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Develop internal policies, plans, and programs to meet current and future needs of the RMLD. Plans, directs and organizes the activities of all personnel. Establish procedures and controls to implement board direction and formal votes.
2. Direct as the designated representative for the RMLD Commissioners, the collective bargaining process with the AFSCME and IBEW unions. Administer salary and personnel programs for all non-union employees. Maintain an organization and staff appropriate to the continuing achievement of effective operations.
3. Direct the preparation of operational and capital budgets and ensure that they fallin line with the organizational objectives.
4. Work toward improving the RMLD's image through communication with external customers and ensuring customer satisfaction. Effectively interface with all local, state and federal officials, IOU and Municipal power agencies and related professional utility organizations. Stay current on all issues concerning local and public power.
5. Participate in total quality management and related activities.
6. Other related duties as assigned by a majority vote of the Board of Commissioners.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or an equivalent degree supporting an array of sophisticated technical and/or analytical skills. Master's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or any specialty that provides formal management education is preferred.

Effective utility administration, budget development and personnel management techniques required. Knowledge of GIS, SCADA, NESC and OSHA desired. Knowledge of FERC accounting principles desired.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Knowledge in Asset Management.
2. Knowledge in planning, design, Grid Optimization, AMI, distribution automation, and technology integration.
3. Knowledge and understanding of Demand Response and Demand Side Management (DSM) programs.
4. Knowledge in protection & coordination of OH & UG distribution protective devices.

EXPERIENCE
10 years in any facet of an electric utility, privately or municipally owned.
10 years of electrical distribution planning and design preferred.
10 years of distribution automation experience preferred.
10 years’ experience in project management.

JUDGMENT AND INITIATIVE
Ability to make personnel decisions and ensure that any actions made by the RMLD conform with Federal, State and Local laws.Perform duties in accordance with established policies and professional standards; unusual policy questions involving interpretation or clarification usually reviewed with directors.

INDEPENDENT ACTION
Ability to assume ultimate authority and responsibility for the operation and management of the RMLD.

COMPUTER/MANUAL SKILLS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential: Must have strong computer skills. Must be able to attend storm emergencies and assist in varied tasks.Light physical activity occasionally (carrying, lifting, etc.). Ability to increase physical exertion during storm duty.

SUPERVISORY
Delegate work and work priorities, evaluate employee performance and discipline employees.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Driver’s license valid in MA.