Sr. Manager, Enterprise and Applications (IT)

About the Role

This position provides senior leadership to the enterprise and operational applications teams within the Information Technology (IT) division. Responsibilities include developing and mentoring managers, providing overall direction and prioritization for projects and budget, and engaging teams to ensure resource allocations align with the company’s mission. The role manages project relationships with functional departments and aids in prioritizing IT involvement with external needs.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for overall direction, coordination, implementation, delivery, control, and completion of all application development, configuration, and maintenance activities.
• Establish initiatives and manage objectives aligned with Chugach’s overall strategic goals.
• Prepare and present capital and operating budgets relating to the division and contracts.
• Prepare and administer employee performance reviews; plan for staffing, training, and development of department personnel.
• Develop, execute, and document Information Technology (IT) general controls.
• Evaluate project performance and overall effectiveness by developing, monitoring, and reporting metrics.
• Ensure adherence to company policy and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in overall budget preparation with the management team to identify yearly objectives, action plans, and special projects affecting budgetary needs.
• Develop, establish, and enforce standards for integrated work plans, project estimates, resource plans, budgets, and status reports to effectively manage the IT portfolio.
• Participate in contract negotiations for assigned software applications and initiatives; make recommendations for approval.
• Prepare and deliver reports to leadership and the Board of Directors.
• Other duties as assigned.

Relationships

• Internal:
  • Chief Information Officer: Report to, receive direction, guidance, and decisions from.
  • Managers and Leadership: Confer with, give and receive information.
  • Other departments: Coordinate with, provide assistance to, and exchange information.
• External:
  • Bargaining Unit Representatives: Exchange information and develop relationships relative to assigned duties.
  • State and Federal Agencies: Exchange information.
  • Other Utilities: Coordinate with, provide, and exchange information.

Skills & Competencies

• Proven ability to provide effective leadership by fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment through guidance, training, and mentorship.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in enterprise applications.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize assignments and delegate duties within the department.
• Proven ability to uphold ethical and professional conduct.
• Demonstrated ability to organize workflow, manage multiple priorities, and effectively utilize resources.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and develop effective working relationships.
• Knowledge of Agentic AI solutions to manage, perform, and complete application development activities.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and develop plans for eliminating or mitigating identified risks.
• Ability to manage customer and vendor relationships, build consensus, and resolve conflicts in challenging project environments.
• Understanding of regulated utility accounting procedures, budgeting processes, forecasting, and strict financial controls.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has supervisory responsibility for the Application Manager and Data and Analytics Manager.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a standard office environment. Some evening and weekend work may be required occasionally. Occasional air travel is required. Attendance at Board of Directors’ meetings and conferences outside of the state may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or a related field (required).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred).
• Eight (8) years of experience, including supervisory and program management, in a similarly complex role within a technology environment.

Additional professional experience in a similarly complex role or related field may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

About Chugach Electric Association

Chugach Electric Association is a member-owned cooperative headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska. We provide reliable, affordable power to more than 92,000 members from Anchorage to the northern Kenai Peninsula, and from Whittier on Prince William Sound to Tyonek on the west side of Cook Inlet. We service over 113,000 locations with 3,782 miles of transmission and distribution lines.

Chugach has been serving the community for over 75 years. We are a stable company in a stable industry, yet modern, sustainable, and forward-thinking to ensure reliable services for generations to come. Our employees foster an inclusive, innovative corporate environment, with many team members having 20, 30, or even 40+ years of tenure.

Corporate Vision

Responsibly developing energy to build a clean, sustainable future for Alaska.

Corporate Mission

We provide safe, reliable, and affordable electricity through superior service and sustainable practices, powering the lives of our members.

Corporate Values

Guided by our values of safety, accountability, and sustainability, we are committed to serving our members, the community, and the Chugach team.

Benefits

Health Benefits

• Premium and deductible paid by Chugach Electric.
• Coverage includes: Medical, RX, Dental, and Vision.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Telemedicine.

Financial Security

• 401K Plan.
• Defined Benefit (Pension).
• Retirement Investment services.
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (paid by Chugach Electric).
• Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Short-Term Disability.
• Long-Term Disability.
• Flex Spending Account (Health, Limited Use, Dependent Care).

Work, Life & Health

• 20 days vacation for the first year of employment.
• 10 Paid Holidays + 3 Float Holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• MetLife Will Preparation.