Deputy Director of Public Utilities

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
CITY OF UNALASKA
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES

OPEN DATE:    October 12, 2022            
CLOSE DATE:  Until Filled 
POSITION:        DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC UTILITIES       
SALARY:           $80,553.62-$104,702.31/ Year          

The City of Unalaska is located in the number one commercial fishing port in the United States, the International Port of Dutch Harbor. Unalaska, Alaska is a coastal community located in the Eastern Aleutian Islands with a multi-cultural population of approximately 4,000 full-time residents and seasonal influxes from multiple commercial fishery operations.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification. Shown are duties intended to provide a representative summary.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  This position is under the supervision of the Public Utilities Director.  In coordination with the Director, implements operational and administrative activities of the department to include overseeing the development and administration of policies, procedures, programs, services, goals, and objectives. Ensures the City is in compliance with applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards related to Utility operations. Ensures compliance with UCO Title X. Provides input into establishing Departmental budget and approving expenditures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:  Knowledge of principles, concepts, theories, and practices of air, water, wastewater, storm water, and solid waste utility permitting.  Knowledge of engineering and scientific principles, practices, and methods as applicable to utility systems; the standard methods, principles, and practices of utility operations; and the state and federal rules, regulations, acts, and statutes related to utility operations.  Monitors changes to laws and regulations that may affect utility operations and prepares comments on draft bills and regulations.  Compiles and analyzes a variety of data related to utilities and uses data to provide comprehensive reports; makes recommendations for operational and procedural changes; provides information to contractors and consultants; and develops revenue, expense, and budget projections.  Assists with the preparation of compliance reports for the US EPA, US Department of Justice, Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, Alaska Department of Labor and Alaska Department of Natural Resources.  Conducts field work and collects data related to utility operations, environmental monitoring, and project planning.  Assists in development and presentation of information to City Council, City Manager, division supervisors, and other utility staff.  Supports staff and works alongside the Director overseeing personnel.  Administers Utility Lineman Apprenticeship Program.  Coordinates personnel safety training. Must possess personnel and project supervisory skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism and have excellent written and oral communication skills.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
A four-year degree in environmental science, biology, engineering or a related field required 
Minimum two years professional experience preferably related to utility permitting and regulations required 
Minimum two years in a supervisory role required 
Combination of education and experience which could provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed will be evaluated on an individual basis

LICENSES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have, or be able to obtain an Alaska Driver’s License within 90 days of hire
Successfully pass a background check which includes criminal background, professional and reference check
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test
Must be eligible to work in the US; requirements by Federal Law if hired must complete employment eligibility verification form (I-9).

BENEFITS:
$5,000 Relocation Assistance (taxable) if applicable
Travel allowance $2,000 every year on your date of hire after 1^st year of employment
Free Annual Membership of Life Med (employee + dependents)
Free Membership for Parks, Culture and Recreation (employee only) Medical and Dental premiums 100% employer paid (employee & dependents)
Paid Time Off starting at 16 hours a month
Eligible for 457 Plans with MissionSquare or Mutual of America and other Voluntary Benefits
9 paid Holidays and 4 floating Holidays per year
Eligible for PERS retirement
Up to 100% tuition reimbursement (must be taken while employed; refer to Title III)

TO APPLY: Submit a City of Unalaska Application. All necessary forms are available at City Hall, Administration Dept. 907-581-1252, or by Downloading at www.ci.unalaska.ak.us [job openings/Employment Forms Link]. Return completed forms to City of Unalaska Attn: Administration Department, P.O. Box 610, Unalaska, AK 99685; email to [email protected] or send by fax to 907-581-4469.  

                   WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER           

The City of Unalaska is an Employer of National Service and encourages AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni to apply