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Summary

This position will provide senior leadership to the enterprise and operational applications teams within the Information Technology (IT) division. Responsibilities include developing and mentoring managers, provide overall direction and prioritization for projects and budget. Engage teams and collaborate with peers ensuring resource allocations align with the company’s mission. This position will manage project relationships with functional departments and aid in prioritization of activities required for IT involvement with external needs.

Essential Functions

1. Accountable for overall direction, coordination, implementation, delivery, control and completion of all application development, configuration, and maintenance activities.
2. Establish initiatives and manage objectives to Chugach’s overall strategic goals.
3. Prepare and present capital and operating budgets relating to division and contracts.
4. Prepare and administer employee performance reviews. Plan for staffing, training and development of department personnel.
5. Develop, execute, and document Information Technology (IT) general controls.
6. Evaluate project performance and overall project effectiveness by developing, monitoring, and reporting metrics. Accountable for adherence to company policy and regulatory compliance.
7. Participate in overall budget preparation with management team to identify yearly objectives, action plans and special projects affecting budgetary needs.
8. Develop, establish, and enforce standards for integrated work plans, project estimates, resource plans, budgets, and status reports to effectively manage IT portfolio.
9. Participate in contract negotiations for assigned software applications, and initiatives; and make recommendations for approval.
10. Prepare and deliver reports to leadership and the Board of Directors.
11. Other duties as assigned.

Relationships

Internal

• Chief Information Officer: Report to, receive direction, guidance and decisions from.

• Managers and Leadership: Confer with, give and receive information.

• Other departments: Coordinate with, provide assistance to and exchange information.

External

• Bargaining Unit Representatives

• State and Federal Agencies: Exchange information and develop relationships relative to assigned duties.

• Other Utilities: Coordinate with, provide and exchange information.

Competencies

1. Proven ability to provide effective leadership by fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment through guidance, training, and mentorship.

2. Detail oriented with high level of accuracy in Enterprise Applications and attention to detail.

3. Proven ability to be self-motivated and work independently with minimal supervision.

4. Ability to prioritize assignments and delegate duties to department.

5. Proven ability to uphold ethical and professional conduct.

6. Demonstrated ability to organize workflow, manage multiple priorities, and effectively utilize resources.

7. Ability to manage cross-functional teams and develop effective working relationships.

8. Knowledge of Agentic AI solutions to manage, perform, and complete application development activities.
9. Ability to conduct risk assessments and developing plans for eliminating or mitigating identified risks.
10. Ability to manage customer and vendor relationships, build consensus and effectively resolve conflicts in challenging project environments.
11. Understanding of regulated utility accounting procedures, budgeting processes, forecasting and strict financial controls

12. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

13. Effective written and oral communication skills.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has the supervisory responsibility for Application Manager and Data and Analytics Manager.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a standard office environment. Some evening and weekend work may be required occasionally. Occasional air travel is required. Attendance at Board of Directors’ meetings and conferences outside of the state may be required.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field, required. Project Management Professional (PMP), preferred.

Experience

Eight (8) years’ experience including supervisory and program management, in a similarly complex role, within a technology environment.

Substitution

Additional professional experience in similarly complex role or related field may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.

Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative, headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska's largest city. Anchorage itself sits at the base of the Chugach Mountains. Chugach is pleased to provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines. We have many services that make it easy to power homes and businesses with Chugach.

A little more about us: Chugach has been around for a long time, recently celebrating 75 years! We are a stable company, in a stable industry. And while we may have stability, we are modern, sustainable and forward-thinking to ensure that we provide reliable services for generations to come. We also pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. We have several 20, 30 and 40 + year tenured employees who continue foster an inclusive, innovative corporate environment. Find your spark!

Chugach's corporate vision:
Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.

Chugach's corporate mission:
We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.

Chugach's corporate values:
Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.

Equal Employment Opportunity
It is a policy of Chugach Electric Association, Inc., to recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability, veteran's status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable, federal, state, or local law.
Chugach is also an affirmative action employer.

Chugach Electric does not sponsor employment visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application and throughout employment. Employees must be able to provide documentation to Chugach Electric to show their identity and authorization to work.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Premium & Deductible are paid for by Chugach Electric. The plan includes coverage of:

• Medical, RX, Dental & Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Telemedicine

FINANCIAL SECURITY

• 401K Plan
• Defined Benefit (Pension)
• Retirement Investment services
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Chugach Electric
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flex Spending Account (Health, Limited Use, Dependent Care)

WORK, LIFE & HEALTH

• 20 days vacation for first year of employment
• 10 Paid Holidays + 3 Float Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• MetLife Will Preparation