Operations Program Manager Jobs in Anchorage, AK

Summary

The Manager, Fuel Supply and Operations will oversee generation fuel resources, including natural gas supply, transportation, and storage, ensuring the safe, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of power to members. Additionally, this position will oversee the reconciliation of fuel and economy power transactions and fuel- related commercial agreements.

Essential Functions

1. Manage fuel requirements for generation facilities by coordinating with power dispatchers, fuel suppliers, pipelines, and storage operators.
2. Manage operational programs and reporting processes for use with renewable energy resources, including hydro and wind resources.
3. Oversee fuel nomination, scheduling, and balancing fuel supply over pipelines and storage systems.
4. Manage operational terms of commercial agreements for natural gas supply, transportation, storage, and transactions.
5. Manage commercial and operational obligations requirements associated with economic dispatch, fuel supply activities and economy power transactions.
6. Develop and maintain the production cost models, fuel forecasting and annual fuel budget.
7. Develop and implement processes and procedures to reconcile natural gas, other fuel resources and economy power transactions, including Power Pool.
8. Assist in the development, technical analysis, and commercial terms of new gas supply and related contracts.
9. Monitor real time Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) information and review correlating data affecting consumer demand such as changing weather conditions, system operations and submit intraday scheduling changes.
10. Collect and analyze monthly fuel system performance data.
11. Assist with planning studies to evaluate gas supply requirements and ability of the Cook Inlet gas system to meet those requirements.
12. Develop and implement procedures for dispatchers, regarding the scheduling, and accounting of power and energy transactions.
13. Establish initiatives and manage objectives to Chugach’s overall strategic goals.
14. Prepare and present capital and operating budgets relating to division and contracts.
15. Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency by identifying areas of opportunity and sharing recommendations with management.
16. Prepare and administer employee performance reviews. Plan for staffing, training and development of department personnel.
17. Participate in emergency response and take a leading role in storm restoration, natural disasters and other emergency events.
18. Other duties as assigned.
    

Relationships

Internal

• Vice President, Generation and Transmission (G&T) System Control: 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.
• Vendors and Contractors: Coordinate with, provide and exchange information.
• Members: Coordinate with, provide and exchange information.
  

Competencies

1. Demonstrated ability to manage fuel transportation, storage and dispatch operations.
2. Ability to interpret, evaluate and clarify technical data to make informed decisions that supports the economic operations of the generation facilities.
3. Proven ability to make independent decisions based on available information during emergencies.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of contract administration, accounting procedures and energy management processes.
5. Proven ability to provide effective leadership by fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment through guidance, training, and mentorship.
6. Detail oriented with high level of accuracy in analyzing complex gas dispatch information.
7. Proven ability to be self-motivated and work independently with minimal supervision.
8. Ability to prioritize assignments and delegate duties to department.
9. Proven ability to uphold ethical and professional conduct.
10. Demonstrated ability to organize workflow, manage multiple priorities, and effectively utilize resources.
11. Ability to manage cross-functional teams and develop effective working relationships.
12. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel.
13. Effective written and oral communication skills.
    

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has the supervisory responsibility for the Fuel Operations division.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a standard office environment. Occasional air travel is required. Attendance at Board of Directors’ meetings and conferences outside of the state may be required. This position has on-call responsibilities and may require work outside of regular business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Business, Engineering, Logistic, or related discipline, required.

Experience

Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience, including supervisory, in the natural gas industry, electric/gas utility sector, gas transportation operations within an interconnected system with generation facilities, required. Experience in a utility or union environment, preferred.

Substitution

Additional professional experience in a similarly complex gas/power production and pipeline transportation nominations 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