Senior Director - Gas Operations

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Reports to SVP Engineering & Operations

Grade J

To be based in Upstate NY 

Purpose

Oversee the Company’s activities in Gas Construction and Field Operations across multiple geographic regions. Provides high-level leadership across the organization and fosters a strong team environment to provide safe and reliable service. Develops objectives and procedures to facilitate activities and attainment of business and financial objectives and targets according to business plans and objectives established by senior management. Has overall responsibility for safety, reliability, and efficient emergency operations.

Responsibilities

• Directs the coordination and general supervision of operating regions, which may include system maintenance and construction of transmission and distribution systems within the regions. Oversees emergency operations within the regions. (35%,P)
• Develops and recommends long and short-range objectives and programs, together with supporting operating and maintenance costs, to attain customer service, business and financial targets. (20%,P)
• Develops and maintains ongoing programs to increase operating efficiencies, promote safety, identify best practices, and reduce operating and maintenance and capital construction costs. (15%,S)
• Represents the Company before governmental, regulatory bodies and other public forums as required. (5%,S)
• Assures that an effective working relationship with bargaining unit employees is maintained, and contract commitments are consistent with accepted practice and customer-focused, business philosophy. (5%,S)
• Assures that adequate interdepartmental communication and coordination, division of responsibilities and controls are employed by each segment of operations to accomplish assigned tasks in an efficient and cost-effective manner.  Works with peers on interregional coordination activities. (15%,P)
• Trains and instructs subordinates and assures compliance with established policies, practices and operating procedures. Fosters an environment of safety, teamwork, adaptability, and innovation through the use of coaching, communications, and employee development. (5%,S)

Skills and Requirements

Skills/Abilities:

• Able to coordinate, focus and direct employees in analyzing complex problems and implement courses of action.
• High level analytical, organizational, interpersonal, communications and leadership skills.
• Must be available outside of regular scheduled hours to work storms, emergencies and/or critical assignments

Experience/Training:

• At least 10 years of experience in operations, engineering or closely related experience.
• Knowledge of gas system maintenance, construction and engineering disciplines.
• Thorough knowledge of Company, Federal & State policies and procedures.

Required Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering.
• Master’s degree is preferred.

Competencies

Mobility Information

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country