Executive Manager of Power Supply

Job Title: Executive Manager of Power Supply

Employer: City of Denton, Denton Municipal Electric

Since 1905 Denton Municipal Electric (DME) has provided safe and reliable power to residents of the greater Denton area. DME is a community-owned, not-for-profit public power utility that serves 64,000 customers with 100% renewable energy.

Thanks to the industry-leading initiative, the Denton Renewable Resource Plan, adopted by the Denton City Council, DME has reached its goal of 100% renewable power while maintaining competitive and reliable rates.

DME provides affordable energy to all its customers because it provides revenue-neutral power, which means DME is driven only by the mission to serve its customers and the community, not to generate revenue. DME only charges for power that is purchased and the cost to deliver it to residents.

Keeping energy costs affordable helps provide long-term stability for the community, and that's what public power is all about. Here are some of the ways DME achieves affordability:

•Establishing rates using citizen-controlled boards that hold public meetings.

•Financing Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) projects and improvements with municipal revenue bonds that are exempt from federal income tax.

Overview

Responsible for providing executive management, strategy development and leadership of Denton Municipal Electric (DME) power supply, ERCOT Qualified Scheduling Entity (QSE) operations, and legislative/regulatory affairs activities. Relying on experience and understanding of the electric utility industry.

Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

•Develop and manage new DME power purchase contracts and wholesale transactions.

•Update and administer DME’s Power Supply Plan, including but not limited to the Denton Renewable Resource Plan, as appropriate.

•Oversee administration of existing power resource purchase/sale contracts.

•Execute effective management of DME’s energy portfolio, including but not limited to electric, gas, financial hedges, Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) and Congestion Revenue Rights (CRR’s) through oversight of the Energy Management Organization (EMO) and execution of the utility’s Energy Risk Management Policy (ERMP).

•Oversee management, reliable operation, and maintenance of the Denton Energy Center.

•Prepare the electric utility’s power supply budget including preparation of sensitivity cases and actual versus budget comparisons on a quarterly basis.

•Monitor PUCT and ERCOT market design/transmission activities and legislative bodies; manage DME’s participation in those processes, as directed.

•Oversee DME’s long-term plan activities for the development/integration of wind, solar, and other renewable energy sources.

•Generate, review, and prepare letters, reports, and presentations to internal and external stakeholders; ensure documents and presentations effectively communicate power supply related matters, including agenda items, ordinances and resolutions as needed to inform and/or obtain approvals.

•Ensure City protocols and policies including a detailed understanding of City purchasing processes are followed and completed.

•Stay current on all industry issues, technology and potential changes that may impact system effectiveness, efficiencies, strategic goals, and objectives.

Supervisory/Budget Responsibilities

•Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff; recommend assignment/assignment change, retention, discipline, and dismissal.

•Develop, manage, and monitor budget; maintain accurate budget reporting; ensure that operations are cost-effective, and funds are managed wisely.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

•Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local Government laws, ordinances, and regulations regarding electric utility.

•Knowledge of City of Denton policies, procedures, mission, and goals.

•Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and coordination of people and resources.

•Skill in complex problem solving; identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

•Skill in analyzing and researching, to interpret and understand policies, laws, and regulations, and to provide workable recommendations and solutions to problems that maintain compliance.

•Skill in judgment and creativity in decision-making; considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and select the most appropriate one.

•Skill at the advanced level, working with Microsoft Office 365, and other software systems to complete work.

•Skill in providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.

•Skill in interpersonal relationships, including using tact, patience, and courtesy.

•Skill in creating new concepts and promoting innovation through continuing education and professional networking.

•Ability to work independently to manage multiple work tasks while balancing competing priorities with attention to detail and in a fast-paced environment.

•Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

•Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and confidentiality.

•Ability to work independently while handling multiple tasks and changing priorities with attention to detail.

•Ability to communicate effectively, both in oral and written forms, for the needs of the audience.

•Ability to support controversial positions, negotiation of sensitive issues and/or presentations with internal and external stakeholders.

•Ability to motivate, mentor and train through direct and indirect influence.

•Ability to develop, understand, interpret, and apply rules, policies, and procedures operations.

•Ability to prepare budget documentation and to monitor expenditures to implement fiscal control and maintain budget compliance.

Required Education and Experience

•Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Business, Administration, Engineering Technology, or related field; and,

•Ten (10) years’ experience in electric utility, and/or direct experience in management of electric utility power supply; and,

•Five (5) years’ experience in management of power supply planning, power contracts engineering, external affairs and project management in the energy service or utility industry,

OR

•Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

Conditions of Employment

•Must have and maintain a valid Class “C” Driver’s License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)

•Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check and social security number verification.

Safety

•Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment; ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.

•Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

•Promptly report unsafe conditions in the work area and/or any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

•Safety Sensitive (Subject to random drug testing): No.

•Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals; occasional operation of motor vehicle.

•Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

•Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.

•Lifting: Lifting no more than 20 pounds and carrying up to 10 pounds.

•Environment: Works in an office setting office; occasionally requires irregular and/or prolonged hours.

•Travel: Travels to City of Denton buildings, regulatory agency meetings in Austin, TX and professional meetings as required.

•Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position.

•Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.

Core Values

•Inclusive

•Collaborative

•Service-Oriented

•Strategically Focused

•Fiscally Responsible

Top Tier Benefits

•Medical, dental, and vision coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans?

•Employee Health Clinic

•Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays

•Retirement Plan

EEO Statement

The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the City of Denton’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.