Distribution System Operator Supervisor I & II

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage on hire

Pension plan (cash balance)

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave and family caregiver"

Job summary

Ameren Illinois is seeking a Distribution System Operating Supervisor to direct field personnel in the safe and cost-effective operation of subtransmission and distribution, ensuring continuous service and rapid outage restoration.

The role requires knowledge of distribution systems, dispatch, and electric operations; a BS degree is preferred with required SO/PD II testing. DSOS I/II involve rotating shifts and storm response.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Two or more years of relevant experience (e.g., distribution systems, dispatch, electric operations or construction, journeyman level electrician) required.
• Pass the SO/PD II Test (required).
• Five or more years directly relevant experience may be required for DSOS II.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch and direct field personnel in response to electric distribution system emergencies.
• Exercise jurisdictional / functional authority and issue and monitor Workmen’s Protection Assurance for the electric distribution system.
• Direct field personnel in safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the distribution system and maintain system integrity.
• Coordinate all maintenance and restoration activities on the subtransmission and distribution systems.
• Write and dispatch switching orders, analyze loads and equipment ratings, and maintain records.
• Restore outages in a safe and timely manner by analysing information from various sources.
• Participate in storm restoration and emergency response activities, including extended hours.

Skills

Dispatch

Electric ops

Leadership

Switching orders

Education

Bachelor of Science

Job description

About Ameren Illinois

Ameren 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 hire
• 100% employer paid cash balance pension plan
• 401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire
• Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays
• Paid parentalleave and family caregiver leave

Visit our Benefits and Perks Page for more information on benefits provided to regular full-time employees.

About The Position

The 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:

• Dispatch and direct field personnel in response to electric distribution system emergencies.
• Exercise jurisdictional / functional authority and issue and monitor Workmen’s Protection Assurance for the electric distribution system.
• Direct 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 analysing loads and equipment ratings. Maintain accurate records of these orders.
• Restore outages in a safe and timely manner. This includes analysing 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.
• The DSOS I works rotating shift schedules in an office environment. Participates in storm restoration and emergency response activities, including working extended hours, as required.

Qualifications (DSOS I)

High 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).

Qualifications (DSOS II)

High 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:

Working knowledge of distribution system design and operations. 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 Information

Ameren’s selection process includes a series of interviews and may include candidate testing and/or an individual aptitude or skill-based assessment. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.

Training class will be on a M-F schedule

Please note, this is a 24/7 operation, schedules subject to change after successful completion of training class

Total of 3 open positions are available

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.

Friday August 21, 2026

All 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.