The City of Riverside, Public Utilities Department (RPU) is accepting applications for the position of Utilities Electrical Engineering Manager (Non-Classified) to fill one (1) vacancy in the Electric Engineering Division. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.
From its incorporation in 1870, Riverside has been a prosperous, desirable place to live because of the foresight of its founders and successive leaders and the artistic spirit that pervades the culture of its residents. Today, Riverside is a leading Southern California city offering a blend of hometown charm, history, and hospitality with the vision, energy, culture, and diversity of a sophisticated metropolitan area. With a population of over 320,000, it currently ranks as the 12th largest city in California, 6th in Southern California, and is the economic powerhouse of one of the fastest growing regions in the United States.
Established in 1895, Riverside Public Utilities is a municipal water and electric utility governed by an advisory board of nine community volunteers and the City Council. With an annual budget of $454 million, RPU provides high quality, reliable services to more than 110,000 metered electric customers and 65,000 metered water customers (serving a population of more than 320,000, encompassing over 82 square miles) in and around the City of Riverside.
Riverside is one of more than 2,000 cities in the United States that light up homes and businesses with "public power" – electricity that comes from a municipally owned and operated utility. Additionally, RPU maintains local water resources that allows RPU to meet customer demands while being 100% independent of imported water sources.
Under general direction, a Utilities Electrical Engineering Manager (Non-Classified) will plan, assign, supervise and manage professional engineering work as the manager of multiple engineering sections; develop and administer policies and programs; and do related work as required.
*Positions designated as Non-Classified are exempt from the classified service. The Incumbent shall be appointed “at-will” and serve at the pleasure of the City Manager.
Work Performed:
Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Participate in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for the environmental, health, and safety programs; recommend and assist in implementation of policies and procedures.
Develop and participate in the implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures.
Set project priorities and monitor progress.
Coordinate related engineering activities with other City departments, divisions, and sections and with outside agencies.
Supervise and participate in the preparation and administration of programs.
Supervise and participate in the preparation of special engineering studies and reports.
Manage the preparation of multi-year budgets for multiple electric utility engineering sections.
Manage the preparation and prioritization of multi-year electric utility Capital Improvement Programs.
Select, supervise, train, and evaluate professional and technical subordinates.
Manage the development of plans and estimates for construction and major repair of electrical systems, including underground and overhead transmission and distribution lines, street lights, substations, communications, generation and related facilities.
Manage the development of professional contracts with consultants and other utilities agencies; monitor the implementation of such contracts.
Manage various engineering and other professional disciplines and functions in accordance with standard electric utility practices.
Review and approve engineering drawings, work orders, and purchase orders.
Serve as a representative to a variety of City commissions, boards and committees on electric utility matters.
Direct and manage technology development and support as it relates to engineering projects.
Serve as Acting Utilities Assistant General Manager / Energy Delivery as required.
Education: A Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering or closely related field from a four-year accredited college or university.
Experience: Five years of experience in professional engineering work with management level responsibilities in an electric utility.
Necessary Special Requirements:
Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
Registration in California as a Professional Engineer (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or other related engineering field).
Highly Desired Qualifications:
Progressively responsible and relevant engineering work experience in distribution system planning, engineering, asset management and/or project management.
Lead or supervisory experience including leading or managing a diverse work force, overall project management including resource management; personnel scheduling; and budget preparation.
Experience with effectively managing distribution and sub-transmission system planning processes from engineering assessment of current system performance, forecast of future demands on the system, identification of system needs and alternative solutions, and the development of short-term and long-term capacity plans for electric distribution and sub-transmission systems.
Experience with evaluating and resolving complex technical or management issues; developing and conducting oral presentations to internal and external audiences; effectively explaining complex and/or controversial policies, regulations, rates, electric service requirements, procedures and/or activities internally/externally.
Experience with the principles and practices of electrical engineering applied to distribution, transmission, and/or substation system planning; Federal, State and local safety laws, codes and regulations including Cal-OSHA, CPUC G.O. 95, 128, 165, and 174 regulations, NERC, and practices of distribution, substation, and sub-transmission system planning, design, construction, maintenance and operations at an advanced level.
FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: (Application Guide).
The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:
If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.
Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.
It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.
Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.
NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.
Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:
An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.
All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.
Established in 1895, Riverside Public Utilities (RPU) is the City of Riverside’s largest Enterprise Fund providing water and electric utility services. It is governed by an appointed board of nine community volunteers and the seven members of City Council. With an
annual budget of $450 million, RPU provides high quality, reliable services to more than 110,000 metered electric customers and
66,000 metered water customers in and around the City of Riverside.
Riverside is one of more than 2,000 cities in the United States that light up homes and businesses with “public power” – electricity
that comes from a community-owned and operated utility. Additionally, RPU maintains local water resources that allows RPU to
meet customer demands while being 100% independent from imported water sources. Services provided by RPU include:
Electric - Riverside Public Utilities owns, maintains, and operates 99 circuit miles of transmission lines, 1,351 circuit miles of distribution lines, 16 substations, and 3 local power generation facilities totaling 262 megawatts. The Electric Utility is responsible for providing the highest quality electric services at the lowest possible rates to its cu...stomers while adhering to local, state, and federal policies and regulations. Some of the most notable achievements and goals are a commitment to an aggressive Renewable Portfolio Standard, an increase in locally generated solar power, activities related to energy storage, transportation electrification and deployment of technology systems and infrastructure to help grid modernization.
Water - The Water Utility maintains its own distribution system, which contains 991 miles of pipeline ranging from 2 inches to 6 feet in diameter, 56 domestic wells, 16 active reservoirs (with a capacity over 100 million gallons), and 14 miles of canals. The Water Utility is responsible for providing adequate water supplies to its customers at the lowest possible cost. This includes ensuring continued access to water resources while maintaining a high-quality water supply and a reliable water distribution system. Several significant water line replacements and well rehabilitations have been completed, ensuring improved reliability and efficiency.
Riverside Public Utilities acts competitively, with a sharp focus on customers, while maintaining a financially sound utility. Compared to other local utilities, Riverside’s rates are lower, reliability is higher, and more funds are returned to the local community in the way
of low-income assistance, rebates, and community support. Join the team to keep this tradition strong for years to come.
