Emergency Management Program Lead

Iberdrola SA; Augusta, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Bonus opportunities

401(k) match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

AVANGRID seeks a Program Manager - Emergency Operations in Augusta, ME to build and run its emergency management program across electric and natural gas assets. You will lead planning, pre- and post-event activities, and coordinate ICS-based response.

You will drive strategy, training, and collaboration with regulators, utilities, and government entities, ensuring readiness for all hazards and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 7 years relevant experience required.
• Experience in Emergency Management, Emergency Planning, Managing Response and Operations, and/or Utility operations.
• Experience with project management and budgets.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively and contribute as a member of a team to develop emergency preparedness and planning within AVANGRID.
• Must be highly organized, self-directed, and capable of managing multiple responsibilities and deliverables to successful completion.
• Knowledge of ICS and regulatory actions, and ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and supports AVANGRID’s emergency management program.
• Drive strategy, continuous improvement, and execution of operational readiness activities.
• Develops emergency management policies and procedures for preparedness.
• Ensures internal alignment and training for emergency response.
• May represent AVANGRID on governmental and regulatory matters.
• Collaborates with external entities to build relationships and share best practices.

Skills

Emergency Management

Project Management

Budgeting

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategy Development

ICS Knowledge

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

AVANGRID seeks a Program Manager - Emergency Operations in Augusta, ME to build and run its emergency management program across electric and natural gas assets. You will lead planning, pre- and post-event activities, and coordinate ICS-based response.

You will drive strategy, training, and collaboration with regulators, utilities, and government entities, ensuring readiness for all hazards and continuous improvement.