Distribution System Operating Supervisor I or II

Ameren Corporation; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Pension plan

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Family caregiver leave

Job summary

Ameren Corporation is seeking a Distribution System Operating Supervisor to lead field teams operating subtransmission and distribution assets, ensuring safe, reliable electric service and rapid restoration during outages.

The role requires strong leadership, analytical thinking, and communication skills, with responsibilities spanning dispatch, switching, maintenance coordination, and mentorship of DSOS staff in a rotating shift environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor of Science Degree preferred.
• Two or more years relevant experience.
• Five or more years directly relevant experience without Bachelors Degree; three or more years with Bachelor’s Degree.
• Pass the SO/PD II Test.

Responsibilities

• Direct field personnel in the operation of the electric distribution system.
• Dispatch and supervise switching orders; maintain records.
• Coordinate maintenance and restoration activities on the distribution systems.
• Mentor DSOS I and assist with training for incoming DSOS I.
• Participate in storm restoration and emergency response activities as needed.

Skills

Electrical distribution systems

Dispatch experience

Leadership/coaching

Communication skills

Analytical skills

PC proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor of Science Degree

Tools

SO/PD II Test

Job description

About Ameren IllinoisAmeren Illinois provides electric transmission and distribution service and natural gas distribution service. Every day, we deliver electricity to 1.2 million electric and 816,000 natural gas customers in central and southern Illinois. We deliver safe, reliable energy to more than 1,200 communities.Our benefits include:Medical coverage on date of hire100% employer paid cash balance pension plan401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hireMinimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidaysPaid parental leave and family caregiver leaveVisit our Benefits and Perks Page for more information on benefits provided to regular full-time employees.About The PositionThe Distribution System Operating Supervisor is responsible for directing field personnel in the operation of the subtransmission and distribution system in a safe and cost effective manner to ensure continuity of electric service to customers as well as restore electric service to customers in a timely manner.Key responsibilities include:· Recognize, analyze, and take steps to resolve complex anomalies that occur on the electric distribution system. This includes analyzing information from a variety of electronic systems, operating manuals, customer calls, and any pertinent information from field workers to determine the extent of the issue.· Exercise jurisdictional / functional authority and issue and monitor Workmen's Protection Assurance for the electric distribution system.· Dispatch and direct field personnel in response to electric distribution system emergencies.· Supervise, train, evaluate, and counsel field personnel in the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the electric distribution system along with maintaining the integrity of the subtransmission and distribution systems.· Coordinate all maintenance and restoration activities on the subtransmission and distribution systems.· Write and dispatch switching orders to isolate equipment which may include analyzing loads and equipment ratings. Maintain accurate records of these orders.· Restore outages in a safe and timely manner. This includes analyzing information from a variety of electronic systems, operating manuals, customer calls, and any pertinent information from field workers to determine the extent and the cause of outages.· Communicate effectively with multiple internal and external stakeholders including construction divisions, operations, engineering work groups, governmental personnel, and customers· Analyze the daily workload and prioritize customer service work to meet varying customer demands. Make daily assessment of workforce requirements.· Provide mentoring and informal coaching for DSOS I. Assist with training for incoming DSOS I as directed.· Some may serve as the primary Switch writer for complex switching orders.· The DSOS II works rotating shift schedules in an office environment. Participates in storm restoration and emergency response activities, including working extended hours, as required.QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Two or more years relevant experience (e.g., distribution systems, dispatch, electric operations or construction, journeyman level electrician) required. Pass the SO/PD II Test (required).QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Five or more years directly relevant experience (e.g., distribution systems, electric operations or construction, journeyman level electrician, dispatch experience, DSOS) required without Bachelors Degree; Three or more years of other relevant experience may be considered with Bachelor’s Degree. Pass the SO/PD II Test (required).In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:Must have working knowledge of electrical distribution system design and operations. Effective organizational, decision-making, troubleshooting, communication, and human-relation skills. Strong PC/computer skills preferred. Must have the ability to direct and supervise a number of diversified, concurrent field activities which could greatly affect Ameren’s customers, personnel, and financial resources.Additional InformationAmeren’s selection process includes a series of interviews and may include a leadership assessment and/or a technical assessment process. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.Compensation Range:$84,400.00 - $162,900.00* This pay range encompasses multiple levels of the role. Career level and compensation depends upon applicant's credentials.At Ameren, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance.If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on that date:Saturday September 26, 2026All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.