WFH Operations Manager
Detroit, MI - USA
Job Summary
This is a remote position.
The WFH Operations Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing remote operations within DTE Energys customer service field support coordination or back-office operations. This role ensures that distributed teams operate efficiently safely and in compliance with utility industry standards while maintaining high service reliability and customer satisfaction.
- Manage daily operations of remote or hybrid teams supporting energy services customer operations or administrative functions
- Ensure consistent service delivery aligned with utility performance standards and regulatory requirements
- Monitor operational KPIs such as response time outage support coordination call resolution and customer satisfaction
- Coordinate workflows between remote agents field technicians and internal departments
- Oversee workforce scheduling staffing coverage and workload balancing for remote teams
- Implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce operational delays
- Ensure compliance with energy industry regulations safety protocols and company policies
- Support outage management communication processes and emergency response coordination (as applicable)
- Lead performance reviews coaching and development for remote team members
- Collaborate with IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure secure remote operations and system access
- Drive engagement accountability and productivity in a remote work environment
- Support onboarding and training programs for new remote employees
- Bachelors degree in Business Operations Management Energy Management or related field
- 1 years of experience in operations workforce management or customer service leadership
- Experience managing remote hybrid or distributed teams
- Strong understanding of utility operations energy services or large-scale customer support environments (preferred)
- Excellent leadership communication and organizational skills
- Experience with workforce management tools CRM systems or call center platforms
- Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret performance metrics and operational data
- Ability to manage high-pressure situations such as outage periods or service disruptions
- Fully remote or hybrid WFH structure depending on your availability.
- Requires availability during peak operational periods including emergency outage events if applicable
- Collaboration with geographically distributed teams and field operations units
- Fast-paced service-critical environment supporting energy reliability and customer needs
DTE Energy offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Flexible work arrangements (where eligible)
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Life insurance and disability coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Career development and training opportunities
- Employee discount programs
- Long-term care insurance options
- On-site or virtual wellness resources depending on location and role
Required Skills:
Bachelors degree in Business Operations Management Energy Management or related field 1 years of experience in operations workforce management or customer service leadership Experience managing remote hybrid or distributed teams Strong understanding of utility operations energy services or large-scale customer support environments (preferred) Excellent leadership communication and organizational skills Experience with workforce management tools CRM systems or call center platforms Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret performance metrics and operational data Ability to manage high-pressure situations such as outage periods or service disruptions
Required Education:
Bachelors degree in Business Operations Management Energy Management or related field