Director Engineering & Operations

Paulding Putnam Electric Cooperative

Director of Engineering & Operations is responsible for the design, construction, maintenance and operation of all electrical system facilities. Manages and directs available resources and ensures responsibilities and reporting relationships are understood. Develops and recommends annual and long‑range work plans and budgets to the General Manager. Coordinates the Electrical Operations and Engineering Department’s activities with other cooperative departments.

• Work effectively as a Paulding Putnam employee.
• Support Cooperative business concepts and principles.
• Maintain high integrity, dependability and professionalism.
• Be punctual and conscientious about work hours; perform overtime when requested.
• Accept responsibility for position duties and work diligently toward accurate completion.
• Develop and apply necessary skills; attend meetings and seminars as directed.
• Recommend efficient ways to carry out duties and responsibilities.
• Adhere to established policies and procedures.
• Show regard for safety; promote safety and attend scheduled meetings.
• Work as part of a team and contribute to high morale; communicate and cooperate.
• Adapt positively to change and accept ongoing change.
• Be a positive influence inside and outside the Cooperative.
• Stay current with information to promote the Cooperative’s philosophy.
• Supervise and coordinate work of employees.
• Lead by example; maintain a positive attitude and fair supervisory practices.
• Orient employees to their role and the Cooperative.
• Communicate duties and delegate tasks; set performance expectations.
• Understand job responsibilities to direct the supervised employees.
• Provide timely feedback and conduct annual performance evaluations.
• Assess training needs and provide education opportunities.
• Assist in hiring employees under HR guidance.

• Assume responsibility within budget and policy limits as delegated by the General Manager.
• Design, construct, maintain and operate all electrical system facilities.
• Effectively manage resources, establish responsibilities, and delegate authority while retaining overall accountability.
• Develop and recommend annual and long‑range work plans and budgets for construction, maintenance, personnel, and equipment.
• Recommend departmental structure and staffing for efficient resource utilization.
• Administer employee development and compensation programs in line with policies.
• Coordinate the Electrical Operations and Engineering Department’s activities with other departments.
• Develop system of records, including maps, for full departmental operations.
• Create procedures, service specifications, and manuals to guide personnel.
• Purchase materials, supplies, and equipment for distribution and transmission facilities.
• Maintain detailed material and supply documentation and inventory control.
• Coordinate and secure necessary permits, easements, licenses, and correspondence.
• Establish safety programs and procedures meeting accreditation standards.
• Periodically perform appraisals of supervised personnel and make recommendations to the General Manager.
• Provide reports to the General Manager on departmental effectiveness.
• Offer technical support and backup functions for supervised personnel.
• Maintain knowledge of RUS electric distribution and transmission design, operation, maintenance, and safety for training staff.
• Stay abreast of Occupational Health & Safety, EPA regulations, National Electrical Safety Code, RUS bulletins, and cooperative policies.
• Participate in and be certified in Standard First Aid and CPR.
• Maintain memberships in relevant local, state, or national organizations.
• Attend Board meetings, committees, and other meetings as directed.
• Subject to random drug and alcohol testing consistent with DOT regulation and policies.
• Perform additional duties as directed by the CEO/General Manager.

• Reports to:
  
  COO
• Supervises:
  Line Supervisor, Engineering Supervisor, Operations Supervisor
• External relationships:
  System Engineer, Operations Assistant
• Employees, members and general public

• Education and Experience:
  
  College degree in Electrical Engineering; additional courses…