Electric Director

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Salary : $119,953.60 - $179,940.80 Annually Location : Chaska, MN Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: 25-00144 Department: Electric Opening Date: 08/15/2025 Closing Date: 9/7/2025 11:59 PM Central FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: City Administrator
Job Summary
The Electric Director oversees and manages all aspects of the City of Chaska's electric utility operations. This leadership role is responsible for guiding current initiatives and planning for future needs, ensuring the successful execution of departmental goals, and providing direction and supervision to staff to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient electric service to the community.
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Intended Hiring Range: $149,947 - $179,940 annually Responsibilities
Directs the daily operation of the electric utility, making and monitoring project assignments, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, activities, and reporting needs. Provides leadership and direction for all department employees, including supervisory staff, in accordance with the City's employment policies, labor agreements, and safety program. Oversee all personnel matters within the department including hiring, discipline, performance evaluations, and terminations. Prepares and manages the department's annual budget, five-year financial forecast, ten-year Capital Improvement Program, and electric rate structure. Compiles and analyzes data to make recommendations, and oversees purchasing of supplies, materials, and fleet vehicles/equipment to ensure timeliness and cost efficiency. Coordinates with the City's wholesale power supplier and maintains ongoing relationships with other electrical providers including, but not limited to Xcel Energy and Minnesota Valley Electric Cooperative. Monitors electric usage of the City's large industrial customers and negotiates electrical interruptible contracts and interconnection agreements with qualifying generator users. Responds to residential and commercial customer concerns and provides information to the public, including implementation of the Conservation Improvement Program that encourages conservation, efficiency, and renewable energy use. Manages the design, layout and cost estimation of electrical system for new construction and major repair or rebuild projects. Keeps the City Administrator and other City departments informed as needed, and requests action where required. Collaborates with other City departments as needed to provide Electrical Department input and recommendations, personnel or work crews, and equipment. Serves as an alternate on the MMPA Board of Directors. Performs all other related duties as requested or assigned.
Qualifications
Required Education, Experience, Licenses, and Certifications Associate's degree in Electrical Utilities, Electrical Line Work, or related field with 5 years of experience of line work including Journeyworker and 5 years supervisory experience
Valid driver's license High Voltage Electric Certification Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Technology, Business Administration, or related field 3-5 years of project management experience Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Other Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proven managerial experience with the ability to lead and develop teams Ability to implement strategic goals established by the City Council Experience working with labor unions and collective bargaining agreements Financial budgeting skills, including monitoring and cost control Strong commitment to workplace and public safety Dedication to providing excellent customer service Team-oriented approach and collaborative mindset Well-prepared and proactive in planning and decision-making Knowledge of industry related software and systems
Equipment, Mental & Physical Demands
EQUIPMENT USED Computer and/or tablet Office software including Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant technologies Telephone Office equipment (copier, scanner, calculator, fax, etc.) Electric utility software Personal protective equipment (PPE) MENTAL & PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS Mental Effort Managing daily operations of Electric Department Forecasting and analysis of electrical distribution and future usage needs Providing leadership for department, handling employee relations issues as needed Plan, organize, analyze and problem solve Attention to safety standards, policies and procedures Regular preparation, monitoring, and management of departmental budget Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk, while operating office equipment and performing a variety of administrative tasks Occasional field work or on-site monitoring, requiring vehicle or other equipment usage Occasional lifting, carrying, or moving of objects weighing up to 25 pounds Ability to wear and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) as required for site visits Working Conditions General office environment with interruptions Occasional exposure to conditions that include outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, and potential electrical hazards Driving to and from city facilities and work sites Ability to respond to emergency situations that occur outside of regular business hours
City of Chaska offers a compete benefits package to full-time employees including: Medical Insurance (HSA and HRA options) Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical & Dependent Care Long-Term Disability Basic Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Employee, Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance Whole Life Insurance Nice Healthcare - Convenient Primary Care Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Other Benefits Offered: 11 Paid and 2 Floating Holidays per year Paid Personal Leave (PPL) Pension through PERA with Employer Match 457b Tax-Deferred Retirement Plan Public Student Loan Forgiveness Chaska Community Center: discounted membership rates Chaska Town Course & The Loop at Chaska: discounted green fees and merchandise Wellness Program Workout on Duty Car Allowance Cell Allowance or City-issued phone
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Please select your highest level of education I have a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Applied Technology, Business Administration, or related field I have a Bachelor's Degree or higher in another field of study I have an Associate's Degree in Electrical Utilities, Electrical Line Work, or related field I have an Associate's Degree in another field of study I have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent I have not earned a high school diploma or GED
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Do you hold a valid driver's license? Yes No
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Do you hold a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL)? Yes No
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Do you hold a High Voltage Electric Certification? Yes No
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How many years of experience do you have performing electric utility line work, including Journeyworker? No experience Less than 1 year Over 1 year, up to 3 years Over 3 years, up to 5 years 5 years or more
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How many years of supervisory experience do you have? No experience Less than 1 year Over 1 year, up to 3 years Over 3 years, up to 5 years 5 years or more
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How many years of project management experience do you have? No experience Less than 1 year Over 1 year, up to 3 years Over 3 year, up to 5 years 5 years or more
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Please select all that apply: Experience working with labor unions and collective bargaining agreements Financial budgeting skills, including monitoring and cost control Knowledge of industry related software and systems None of these apply to me.
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Location:
Chaska, MN, United States
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Management Occupations

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