Minimum Pay Rate: $144,984.00
Maximum Pay Rate: $192,120.00
Civil Service Status: Civil Service
Apply by Date: 07/26/2023
Posting Type: Open
Hiring Manager: James H Frasher
SMUD Official Classification: Manager, Advanced Renewable and Distributed Generation Technologies
The ideal candidate will lead a team to research prospective technologies, partnerships and solutions that accelerate progress towards SMUD’s Zero Carbon Vision. This leader will collaborate with business units across the organization as well as regional partners to identify technology gaps and bring forward solutions that can cost effectively eliminate gaps and barriers.
To plan, develop, implement and manage programs and projects in advanced energy generation and end use technologies and that best meet the strategic directives and needs of SMUD.
This position is the Chief Advanced Energy Technologies Officer for SMUD; Assist in the planning, development, implementation and managing of Department, Business Unit and SMUD goals, objectives, policies and priorities in partnership with the Department Manager, AGM and Department managers related to Research and Development and advanced energy supply and end use technologies; develops and implements strategies and plans for leveraging SMUD budget resources with federal and state energy RandD programs; selects, trains, motivates, evaluates, and develops subordinate personnel and ensures that strategic objectives and priorities of the business unit are achieved and coordinated with other departments.
- Manages the planning, development and evaluation of SMUD’s advanced energy research and development programs by conducting energy technologies assessments and developing/updating an executives-approved Energy R&D Strategic Plan for SMUD; oversees the technical and scientific integrity of multiple energy R&D programs in the department and provides critical leadership and technical input to the SD 10 Monitoring Report on Research & Development to the Board of Directors.
- Directs SMUD’s strategies/plans for leveraging SMUD budget resources with federal and state R&D programs including participation in federal & state R&D programs planning and national & state conferences/workshops, and the preparation of grant proposals to federal and state agencies. Coordinate and seek funding from other organizations with similar goals to conduct research, development and demonstration of advanced energy technologies; Oversees ER&D budgets and recommends to Department Manager future adjustments consistent with technologies advancements progress and SMUD needs.
- Directs the work of subordinates in a functional unit in the Research and Development Department and maintains staffing levels and work quality in order to meet defined objectives and assigned unit responsibility by interpreting and executing SMUD policies and procedures that affect subordinate units; recommending modifications to operating policies; overseeing and evaluating work through subordinate supervisors or experienced lead employees who exercise independence in their assignments; hiring, firing, training, coaching, mentoring and developing subordinates; advising units on tasks and operations as required to solve complex problems; ensuring staff safety and prevention of personal injury and equipment loss; and acting to ensure project and operational schedules and budgets are met. Ensure that work functions in area of responsibility comply with SMUD policies, practices and procedures and that operating objectives in area of responsibility are met within expected timing, budgetary, quantity, accuracy, safety and quality standards.
- Facilitates the development and placement of Advanced Energy R&D Technologies in utility and commercial applications by determining advanced energy technologies needs of SMUD Departments, collaborating with SMUD Departments on joint projects to transition advanced technologies into market adoption & use programs of SMUD (e.g., stages & gates); collaborating and developing R&D partnerships with manufacturers, suppliers, installers and customers relative to the demonstration, manufacture, distribution and installation of advanced technologies equipment and technology in various applications, and providing the public with the information and education that will encourage the movement of advanced technologies to the marketplace.
- Plans, directs, conducts, manages and evaluates the energy research and development programs of multiple energy R&D subject areas to meet SMUD’s carbon reduction, renewable energy, advanced storage, and integrated resource plan goals and, where feasible, target these activities to provide local benefits.
- Represents SMUD before legislative, regulatory and industry audiences relative to advanced renewables and distributed generation programs.
- Performs related duties, as required.
- BS/BA from an accredited college or university in engineering, one of the physical sciences, environmental science or related field.
- Ten (10) or more years of progressively responsible relevant work experience in project management and research & development including managing R&D programs and staff in organized teams and bringing about successful project achievement; successfully moving projects from applications research & demonstration state to full commercialization.
Current status of multiple advanced energy technologies for utility and customer applications but not yet in widespread commercial use; principles, procedures and practices of research and development; fundamental laws of energy science and science and research principles; federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations and programs related to the research and development of alternative energy technologies; grant sources and application procedures; utility generation, transmission, distribution, and customer procedures; energy products development, manufacturing and marketing techniques;; methods and techniques for planning, organizing, directing and controlling work activities; policies and procedures for evaluating and recording performance results; policies and standards for interacting with local, state and national authorities and agencies; principles and practices for budget administration; principles and practices for business strategic planning and development; principles and practices for delegating, prioritizing, assigning and reviewing work assignments; principles and practices for motivating, coaching, mentoring, training and developing; principles and practices for taking disciplinary action and conducting terminations; techniques and concepts related to team management; techniques for exercising significant leadership and authority; principles and practices of economic analyses of projects and programs; principles and practices of program evaluation; basic budgeting techniques; SMUD policies, procedures, applicable MOUs and other special agreements; interrelationships between SMUDs operations and relevant external entities; safety policies, practices and procedures; standard operating procedures for modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software; English grammar, punctuation and vocabulary standards.
Develop and assist in managing a research and development organization to achieve success; develop and implement research, development, demonstration and market development plans; transition advanced technologies and processes to other Departments for implementation; apply applicable personnel laws, codes and regulations; coordinate the work of the function or unit with other SMUD entities; establish and maintain working relationships internally/externally; establish, manage, monitor and update budget; interact with others to influence and motivate; interpret and apply SMUD policies procedures, applicable MOU, NDA and/or other special agreements; plan, organize, direct, control, and review the work of others; prepare and implement safety plans, procedures and practices for unit; prepare and take disciplinary actions, including terminating staff; prepare performance plans and evaluations for staff; recruit, select, hire, supervise and evaluate employees; compile and prepare technical, statistical and/or analytical reports and presentations; develop and conduct oral presentations to internal/external audiences; express ideas/facts clearly and concisely to individual or groups, taking into account the audience and nature of information; develop and maintain project budget and schedule; plan, organize, prioritize and schedule projects; analyze complex issues and develop/implement resolution alternatives; analyze procedures/ systems and develop/implement operational improvements; analyze situations, documents and data for conformance to established policy and procedures; apply applicable laws, codes and regulations; appraise situations and people accurately and adopt an effective course of action; determine the potential long-term outcomes of a change in operations; interpret, analyze and apply pertinent policies, procedures, regulations and requirements; negotiate with external representatives on behalf of SMUD; organize highly complex and conflicting data in a readily understandable manner for various audiences; prepare a business case to weigh the relative costs and benefits of a potential action; research, analyze and provide recommendations to achieve department objectives; utilize a personal computer and/or computer terminal, systems and software relevant to the job; communicate effectively orally and in writing internally/externally; establish and maintain effective working relationships internally/externally.
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) - Who We Are
As the nation's sixth-largest community-owned electric service provider, we're proud of our reputation as one of the best places to work in Sacramento. Our employees tell us in our engagement surveys they're "Happy, satisfied and engaged" which helps create a workplace that best serves our customers. Sacramento was named as the 2nd happiest place to work in America by Forbes Magazine. Lake Tahoe, San Francisco and the world-renowned Napa Valley are within easy driving distance of our locations.
California Equal Pay Act
Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) are a part of who we are and how we do things. Supporting efforts that promote pay equality is part of that. Salary placement for the selected candidate will be determined in alignment with the California Equal Pay Act or the applicable MOU. Determination for salary placement of internal candidates will be made without respect to current classification or compensation, and will be based upon the candidate's qualifications as compared to those performing substantially similar work. In the event there is a guaranteed pay progression outlined in an applicable MOU, the MOU takes precedence.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
SMUD respects, values and celebrates the unique attributes, characteristics and perspectives that make each person who they are. Diversity and inclusion are guiding principles to deliver a culture that reflects the broader values of the community and our customers. Our Board's policy for Employee Relation sets our commitment to developing and maintaining a high quality, inclusive workplace that engages and inspires employees to commit to SMUD's purpose, vision and values.
Why Sacramento, California?
The capitol of California, Sacramento is the state's sixth-largest city, and the 35th largest in the U.S. Local universities include California State University, University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law, and the University of California, Davis and several competitive community colleges. The UC Davis Medical Center, a world-renowned research hospital, is one of more than a dozen hospitals and shared services centers in the Sacramento region. Part of the agriculturally-rich Central Valley, Sacramento is at the forefront of the farm-to-fork food movement. Northern California is home to some of the country's top technology companies, including Google and LinkedIn, and a multitude of startups in many industries. Sacramento is home to the NBA Kings, the River Cats (AAA baseball), the Republic FC (soccer) and the San Francisco Giants, NBA Warriors and NFL 49er's aren't far away. Sacramento offers an affluent liberal arts community with Broadway, Mondavi Center, Crocker Museum and summer musical theater to name a few.
Remote Work
This position may be eligible for SMUD's remote work employee benefit, the schedule of which will be determined by the successful candidate and the Hiring Manager. SMUD takes pride in powering the Sacramento region community where we live and work. We value the strong working relationships we develop with our colleagues. Our approach to remote work will continue to evolve. Please be aware that should SMUD’s business needs change, emergencies occur, or various other reasons arise, you may be required to report onsite on a part-time or full-time basis