Operations Manager

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The role offers flexible scheduling options including a 9/80 or 4/10 work week.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

This recruitment may close at any time without notice.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As the Operations Manager you will lead the day-to-day field operations that keep our electric distribution system and substations safe reliable and efficient. This leadership role oversees construction inspection and maintenance activities ensuring compliance with all regulatory and safety standards including CPUC (California Public Utilities Commission) General Orders and NERC (North American Electric Reliability Corporation) requirements. Reporting to the Electric Utility Assistant Manager you will manage and mentor field crews inspectors technicians and contractors while coordinating closely with engineering and administrative teams to align operations with capital projects and service goals. You will develop and implement work plans enforce safety protocols develop line crew training programs and lead emergency response efforts during outages and natural disasters. The Operations Manager also plays a key role in resource management budgeting and process improvement. They are continuously seeking innovative solutions to enhance reliability and operational efficiency.

JOB DESCRIPTION

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IDEAL CANDIDATE

The City of Moreno Valley is seeking a results-driven people-centered operations leader with deep experience in electric utility field services and construction. The ideal candidate is a confident manager who balances technical expertise operational excellence and strong leadership and who takes pride in delivering safe reliable service to the community. This individual thrives in a fast-paced high-accountability environment and is comfortable making critical decisions during routine operations and emergency response situations.

Proven Utility Operations Leadership

• Extensive experience in electric utility field operations including constructing maintaining repairing and inspecting electrical distribution underground and overhead power lines transformers switches and other electric utility systems.
• Demonstrated success managing complex operations schedules budgets contracts and regulatory compliance
• Strong understanding of safety standards electrical codes and best practices in electric utility operation
• Experience in training electric utility field staff in construction of underground and overhead utility lines transformers switches and other electric utility equipment.

People-Focused Leader

• Skilled at leading mentoring and developing supervisors and field staff
• Builds trust accountability and teamwork across diverse crews and stakeholders
• Approaches leadership with a calm respectful and solution-oriented mindset

Safety & Compliance Champion

• Committed to maintaining a culture of safety and risk awareness
• Experienced in enforcing safety policies conducting training and responding to incidents or emergencies
• Knowledgeable in regulatory requirements affecting municipal electric utilities

Strategic & Operational Thinker

• Able to plan prioritize and execute short- and long-term operational goals
• Uses data performance metrics and field insight to improve efficiency and service delivery
• Comfortable coordinating with internal departments contractors and external agencies

Strong Communicator

• Clearly communicates expectations policies and technical information to staff and leadership
• Prepares reports recommendations and presentations for executive leadership and City officials
• Represents the utility professionally with customers regulators and partners

Preferred Background

• Significant experience in electric utility distribution construction and maintenance or municipal utility operations
• Prior supervisory or management experience in a field services or operations environment
• Education or training in electrical engineering electrical technology computer science industrial automation or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  
  

MINIMUM AND DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

A bachelors degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field; AND
A minimum of five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in electric utility field operations including construction inspection and maintenance with at least two (2) years in a supervisory or management role.
Experience working in a public agency or municipal utility is highly desirable.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid California drivers license and the ability to maintain insurance under the Citys vehicle insurance policy.

The City of Moreno Valley prides itself on delivering quality service to our residents and businesses efficiently and effectively through Collaboration Innovation Customer Service and Human-Centric Design. Strategically located in Southern Californias Inland Empire Moreno Valley is the second-largest city in Riverside County and is close to major hubs such as Los Angeles Orange County and San Diego. This spacious thriving and diverse City has a population of over 200000 residents and offers a variety of business opportunities. For additional information regarding the City please click here.

TheMoreno Valley Electric Utility provides safe reliable and economical public electric service with a focus on innovative customer solutions infrastructure enhancement community development and environmentally responsible resource management.

THE SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants possessing theMOST DESIRABLEqualifications at each level based on a screening of required application materials including the completed Supplemental Questionnaire will be invited to continue in the selection process. The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people.

Recruitment Process:Human Resources(HR) reviews all application materials to determine whether candidates meet the established minimum and preferred qualifications after the position closes. Those who qualify will be advanced to the next stage of the recruitment process. All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status.

Application Screening
Applications and supplemental materials will be reviewed to identify candidates whose qualifications best align with the positions essential requirements. Only those applicants who meet the criteria outlined in the job bulletin will advance to the next phase of the selection process.

Video Appraisal Interview
Applicants may complete a self-guided video interview by recording responses to a series of structured questions. These questions are designed to assess each candidates qualifications and suitability for the position. There is no live interviewer or proctor; candidates will record their answers independently and submit the videos for evaluation.

Technical Interview:
Selected applicants will be invited to participate in a structured technical interview designed to evaluate job-related knowledge problem-solving abilities and proficiency in key competencies required for the position. Candidates will respond to a series of standardized questions and their performance will be assessed using predetermined evaluation criteria to ensure a fair and consistent appraisal process.

Based on the Departments needs the selection procedures listed above may be modified. All candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedure.

Eligible List:Once the appraisal is complete HR will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

DISCLAIMERS
The City of Moreno Valley is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The City of Moreno Valley prioritizes and is committed to continuously providing a workplace where equal employment opportunity is afforded to all people. As part of this commitment the City of Moreno Valley will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

If reasonable accommodations are needed to participate in the interview process please contact Human Resources ator .