Job Information
City of Palo Alto Utilities Chief Operating Officer in Palo Alto, California
Utilities Chief Operating Officer
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Utilities Chief Operating Officer
Salary
$200,012.80 - $333,340.80 Annually
Location
Palo Alto, CA
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Job Number
202400589
Department
Utilities Department
Opening Date
05/17/2024
Closing Date
6/17/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Benefits
Description:
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The Community
Palo Alto, famed as the “Birthplace of Silicon Valley,” boasts a population of 69,700 residents and nearly 100,000 employment opportunities. Distinguished among municipal entities, the City of Palo Alto administers a comprehensive range of services, including gas, electric, water, sewer, refuse, and storm drainage, offered at highly competitive rates. Additionally, the city provides an extensive array of community amenities, including 36 parks, 39 playgrounds, five community and youth centers, 41 miles of walking and biking trails, and five libraries. The city offers a unique blend of dining experiences ranging from international cuisines to classic American comfort food, alongside a high-quality educational environment that includes some of the nation’s top schools and access to world-renowned higher education institutions. The city also oversees a regional airport and delivers fire, police, and emergency services. Palo Alto garners accolades nationally for its innovation and adept management, boasting a AAA bond rating alongside a track record of excellence as per the annual citizen survey conducted by Polco (formerly National Research Center).
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the COO position must possess a background in electric utilities, with at least seven years of experience in supervisory, managerial, or directorial roles. They should also have knowledge of gas, water, wastewater and f iber systems. Additionally, the COO must have a strong understanding of electric operations, of regulations, technical compliance abilities, and specific state regulations such as general order 95 for overhead construction, general order 128 for underground compliance, and general order 165 for reporting compliance related to maintenance of overhead, substations, and underground systems. They should also be familiar with national NERC and WECC regulations, as well as federal compliance requirements for water, wastewater systems, and Department of Transportation (DOT) oversight of gas systems under code 192.
The salary range for this position is $200,004.60 - $333,341 annually.
Placement within this range is dependent upon the qualifications.
To Apply
If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, go to J.Powers Recruiting (https://jpowersinc.com/current-jobs/?JOBSHAREIKCM4D6T66L53DHKJYEQAJ7LJ2AN4Y6C2A3WLVYN7NJSIA2ANXGSNOKVZYCTGRO766MCH47WW42SDAVO2YCPXCXNCEHLZDUQRCLQ) or please contact:
Jenna Flanagan
(916) 304-6663
jenna@jpowersinc.com
Filing Deadline
The filing deadline for this position is open until filled.
Supplemental Information:
The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both perspective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.