Rural Programs Manager

Alaska Horizon; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Energy Authority (AEA) is seeking a Rural Programs Manager to oversee planning, design, and construction of rural power systems across Alaska. The role involves supervising project managers and coordinating programs to ensure rural communities have safe and reliable electricity.

The position requires an Alaska driver’s license and at least 5 years of experience in rural power systems construction, operations and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Alaska driver’s license is required.
• 5 years of experience in construction, operations and maintenance of Rural Alaska Power Systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning, design and construction of rural power systems.
• Provide technical assistance to rural Alaska communities for safe, reliable electrical power generation and distribution.
• Coordinate AEA programs and supervise project managers who build or upgrade power plants, bulk fuel tanks, and distribution systems.

Skills

Alaska driver's license

Rural power systems experience

Job description

Rural Programs Manager

Want to make a difference? Interested in joining a team of professionals responsible for providing energy solutions to meet the unique needs and opportunities of Alaska's communities? Then check out our Rural Programs Manager position with Alaska Energy Authority (AEA).

Our Rural Programs Manager position will manage the planning, design and construction of rural power systems, including diesel power plants, renewable energy systems and power distribution systems. Provide technical assistance to rural Alaska communities in order to allow them to maintain safe and reliable electrical power generation and distribution systems. At higher levels, this position coordinates AEA programs to ensure rural Alaska communities are able to maintain safe and reliable electricity. This involves supervising project managers who construct and/or upgrade electrical power plants, bulk fuel tank farms, renewable energy systems and electrical distribution systems. Knowledge of AEA efforts statewide is critical to the success of this position. Program management at this level is complex, diverse and requires in-depth knowledge of the agency programs and requires a good working relationship with upper management. This position exercises independent judgment on matters of significance regarding AEA’s rural programs.

We're looking for someone who has an Alaska driver’s license and 5 years of experience in the construction, operations and maintenance of Rural Alaska Power Systems.

For more information, or to apply online directly with AEA, visit www.akenergyauthority.org

Send application and/or resume to [e-mail], Human Resources, AEA, 813 W. Northern Lights Blvd., Anchorage, AK 99503

AEA is an EEO/ADA employer. Individuals requiring accommodation should call (907} 465-3412 (TTY).

Anchorage, AK