City Of Alameda

Nature of Position

The recruitment brochure, as well as details on how to apply for the position of Assistant General Manager - Engineering & Operations, can be viewed here (Download PDF reader).

If you are excited about being part of a people centered organization that is outcome focused and committed to delivering best in class service, then we encourage you to take a look at joining the executive team at Alameda

Municipal Power (AMP), the state’s oldest municipal electric utility and part of the City of Alameda, located on the eastern side of the San Francisco Bay

The next Assistant General Manager, Engineering & Operations will join the utility at a pivotal time of transformation, infrastructure development and progressive opportunities to play a key executive role in maintaining AMP’s preeminent electric utility leadership position.

Reporting to the General Manager, the AGM, E&O will lead with a “safety first culture” in engineering, operations, and capital development as AMP continues to modernize its operations and commitment as a leader in electrification and best practices in sustainability, reliability, energy conservation and customer service. The AGM will lead a diverse team of 45 individuals responsible for the design, construction and maintenance of AMP’s electric transmission and distribution facilities, as well as emergency response and grid operations. E & O has an operating budget of approximately $12 million in capital, operations and maintenance, plus $6 million in administrative and $10 million in utility underground expenditures. For a complete position profile visit: www.thehawkinscompany.com or view the recruitment brochure by clicking here (Download PDF reader).

Ideal candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or closely related field, with a master’s degree highly desirable. Candidates should have at least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in utility engineering and operations, including 3 years in senior leadership positions. To be considered, individuals must submit a cover letter of interest and comprehensive resume to Will Hawkins, The Hawkins Company, 8939 South Sepulveda Blvd., #110-216, Los Angeles , CA 90045, outlining their key relevant professional attributes and accomplishments, plus why they are interested in the AGM opportunity, electronically by July 31, 2025 to: amp.agm@thehawkinscompany.com For further information, contact Will Hawkins at 310-703-4474; will@thehawkinscompany.com

Examples of Duties

1. Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned staff; participates in the selection of staff, develops and monitors employee training; develops and monitors employee performance benchmarks; performs ongoing employee observation to ensure quality assurance and employee excellence; works with employees to correct deficiencies.
2. Directs assigned activities including but not limited to engineering, planning and designing, line operation and maintenance, and electrical equipment operation and maintenance; insures compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws regulations and court decisions.
3. Directs the work of consultants, administers services or other agreements for services and/or supplies.
4. Responsible for division budget preparation.
5. Reviews and evaluates technological advances and develops strategy for implementing changes benefitting the organization.
6. Prepares or supervises preparation of routine and special reports to document activities, operation and performance of organization and recommends action by the Public Utilities Board or other authority.
7. Assists in developing and implementing policies of the Public Utilities Board; updates policies to be consistent with federal, local, and state regulations.
8. Develops, schedules and monitors methods to accomplish division goals; ensures work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
9. Ensures that engineering and operations planning results in the provision of adequate, reliable, safe and efficient optimum service; evaluates engineering, operations and maintenance work for timely completion, adequacy of records and maps, and conformance with technical and environmental/regulatory requirements.
10. Develops and evaluates operational customer service related activities to incorporate best business practices; recommends improvements and modifications.
11. Operates and maintains facilities in compliance with Cal-OSHA safety standards, WECC distribution utility and load-serving utility standards, applicable General Orders of the State of California and other local, state, and federal rules, regulations and statutes.
12. Resolves customer complaints and problems.
13. Assists in short and long-range planning efforts and goals regarding business processes, procedures and improvements.
14. Identifies and analyzes operational problems, conducts studies, strategically evaluates alternatives and implements effective solutions for a wide variety of issues.
15. Coordinates activities with other divisions, City departments, consultants, contractors and outside agencies.
16. Responsible for emergency preparedness and oversight of of emergency restoration efforts.
17. Performs related duties as required.

Employment Standards

Education/Experience

Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in electrical engineering or equivalent. A related masters' degree is desirable.

Experience: Seven years of progressively responsible professional experience with electric utility transmission, substation and distribution systems, at least three of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

Knowledge

Knowledge of electric utility operating procedures and practices; electric power engineering and electric utility construction maintenance and operating principles including generation, transmission and distribution, application of diverse technologies; WECC distribution utility and load serving utility certification requirements; CPUC General Order requirements; principles and methods of public administration; effective methods, principles and practices of supervision and employee evaluation; effective customer service/relations principles and practices; applicable court cases, federal, state and local laws and regulations related to work; project planning and administration; residential, commercial and industrial business needs; business mathematics; correct English usage including spelling, punctuation, and grammar; personal computers including hardware and software applications related to the work; effective methods of communication, both oral and written; effective conflict resolution techniques; applicable technical information and aspects of the electric utility industry; principles and procedures of record keeping; principles and practices of budgeting financial record keeping and reporting; principles, practices and techniques of project management including contract administration and compliance; effective methods of policy development and implementation; research and statistical techniques and methodology; problem resolution methods and practices related to business process analysis.

Ability

Ability to effectively plan, coordinate and manage engineering and operations activities; plan, administer and evaluate work programs and schedules; interpret and apply complex governmental regulation; conduct analytical studies and formulate recommendations; draft and review procedures and agreements; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; provide effective supervision and train and evaluate assigned staff; prepare and develop cost estimates and budget figures; maintain accurate and up-to-date records; perform business and statistical calculations; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work; apply applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations; establish goals and objectives and meet timelines; establish work priorities and communicate strategic direction to staff; operate a personal computer with associated hardware and software as required in the work; create and present a variety of reports and documents in the appropriate format; function as an effective team member demonstrating leadership and cooperation; review and analyze business operations and processes and make recommendations of effective process change; perform related duties as required.

Selection Process:

For additional position details, and to submit your resume and cover letter for the position, please view the full recruitment brochure by clicking here (Download PDF reader) or visit www.thehawkinscompany.com

The examination process may include an application and supplemental questionnaire evaluation, a written exam, a performance exam, and/or an oral interview. The examination process may test for, but is not limited to, the essential knowledge and abilities listed in the job specification and announcement and will be designed to provide a comprehensive review of each candidate's technical knowledge and overall suitability for the position. Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date, time, and location of examinations approximately two weeks in advance.

Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the City's Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager. The Department Head may utilize additional selection procedures to make a final hiring decision. Placement on an Eligible List does not guarantee employment. Prior to appointment, a thorough reference check will be conducted which may include a credit check and background. The selection process may be evaluated and revised based on the number of qualified applicants. Federal law requires that prior to employment, you must furnish proof of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States, as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

E-Verify:

The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal government's E-Verify program and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization, which includes showing a valid United States Social Security card at the time of hire (photocopies not accepted).

Veteran's Preference Credit:

A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military, reservist, or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of application. In case of discharge attributable to service-connected injuries or illnesses, the 18 months active duty requirement need not be fulfilled. An applicant claiming veteran's preference credit must attach to their application, a legible copy of their DD-214 verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.

An Equal Opportunity Employer:

The City of Alameda encourages minorities, women and the disabled to apply. It is the City's policy that all aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regard to sex, marital status or disability (except where dictated by requirements of the position), race, sexual orientation, political affiliation, religious creed, color, national origin or age. Qualified disabled persons must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. No individual may pose a direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself or other individuals in the workplace. Barring undue hardship, reasonable accommodations can be made in the application and examination process for disabled individuals or for religious reasons. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department. Hearing Impaired TDD (510) 522-7538.

For Benefits information, please visit our website at www.alamedaca.gov. You may also view the City's benefits summary here (Download PDF reader). A detailed summary for this position can be found under AMPU.