Electric Utility Director: Strategic City Power Leader

Jennifer Powers; Colton (CA); On-site; USD 237,272 - 289,999; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CalPERS Pension

Health benefits

Auto allowance

Education incentive

Paid holidays

Longevity pay

Job summary

The City of Colton seeks an Electric Utility Director to lead the Electric Department with oversight of a 54-person staff and a $138 million annual operating budget.

The role requires strategic planning, rate setting, resource planning, and coordination with City and external agencies; the ideal candidate has strong regulatory knowledge, leadership, and a track record of delivering reliable electric service. This is a senior city management position with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or public administration from an accredited college/university.
• Minimum five years of progressively increasing experience in an electrical enterprise, design and construction, transmission/distribution and resource planning.
• Three years of management and/or supervisory experience, preferably in California.
• Master’s degree desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain Electric Department goals, priorities, and policies.
• Manage the Electric Department budget; monitor expenditures and adjust as necessary.
• Oversee major construction, operation, and maintenance activities within the department.
• Assume responsibility for all Electric Department activities including power procurement, rate structure, and resource planning.
• Provide capital improvement planning and advise on financial matters and rate changes.
• Coordinate with attorneys, consultants, regulatory bodies, and trade associations for information and support.
• Attend professional and community meetings and respond to questions and concerns from the public.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in business administration or public administration

Five years electrical enterprise experience

Three years management experience

Master’s Degree desirable

Job description

The City of Colton seeks an Electric Utility Director to lead the Electric Department with oversight of a 54-person staff and a $138 million annual operating budget.

The role requires strategic planning, rate setting, resource planning, and coordination with City and external agencies; the ideal candidate has strong regulatory knowledge, leadership, and a track record of delivering reliable electric service. This is a senior city management position with comprehensive benefits.