Protection & Control Field Services Manager

Job Summary The Protection and Control (P&C) Field Services manager is responsible for the P&C groups located throughout the Alabama Power Company service territory. There are six regional field groups that perform commissioning and maintenance on substation protection and control equipment and one support group that provides guidance, training, and monitoring of compliance and budget for the entire organization. The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to: Provide overall leadership and direction to the P&C Field Services organizationPromote Safety First as a core value and model Our Values behaviorsLead organization in a way that promotes inclusiveness and a great place to work atmosphereEnsure compliance with all applicable NERC requirements (PRC-005, FAC-008, etc.)Ensure Human Performance tools and work practices are fully utilized to achieve operational excellenceEnsure all responsible capital and maintenance work plans are completedCoordinate work planning with Design, PCA, Construction, TMC, and Operations groups to promote excellenceMonitor organizational training needs and ensure knowledge transfer supports organization missionEnsure all employees receive constructive performance and developmental feedbackProvide planning and oversight of P&C O&M budgetEnsure top level customer service is provided to internal and external customersEnsure appropriate regional responses to system operations and outages to aid the restoration processServe as APC ambassador on multiple cross-opco committees on P&C related issues Job Requirements EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s Engineering Degree required; Electrical preferredActive Alabama Professional Engineers (PE) License highly preferredExtensive knowledge of system protection and operationsSignificant P&C field test work experience preferred; minimum 7 years3 years as a supervisor or manager experience preferredSignificant experience in substation design, construction, maintenance, or operations preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Ability to effectively lead and develop peopleAbility to initiate and encourage others to follow safe work practicesAbility to hold self and others accountable for work behaviors and expectationsAbility to manage multiple and complex projects and to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentAbility to adapt to changing demands and re-prioritize as necessaryAbility to build and sustain relationships across the company and systemAbility to effectively communicate verbally and in writing Behavioral Attributes Safety leadership - strong adherence to Safety First principlesOperational Excellence - strong support for Human Performance principlesRole model of “Our Values” of Safety, Inclusion, Integrity, and PerformanceMotivation through leadership and communication skillsDevelops and builds relationships at all levelsInitiative to resolve issues and challengesAbility to deal with heavy workloads, multiple tasks, and conflicting demandsTimely and accurate follow through on commitmentsWorks well independently and as a team memberDemonstrated learner and supporter of a learning environment Other Must have a valid driver's licenseMust pass background requirements for access at Southern Nuclear and CIP Medium Transmission facilitiesMust be willing to travel routinely to dispersed group offices throughout the stateMust live in or be willing to relocate to a commutable distance of the Hueytown, AL office locationPartial relocation assistance may be available Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama. For more information, visit www.AlabamaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/AlabamaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/AlabamaPower), LinkedIn (Linkedin.com/company/alabama-power), and Instagram (Instagram.com/alabamapower). Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com . Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process. Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. Job Identification: 20604 Job Category: Construction Job Schedule: Full time Company: Alabama Power