Assistant Superintendent

Job:                     Assistant Superintendent

Department:    Electric

Pay Rate:           Grade 22

Hours:                 Day         (occasional overtime)

Summary: 

This is a responsible working supervisory position who directs assigned personnel in maintaining the electrical utility system of the Alexander City.  Works under the general supervision of the Superintendent.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise, assigned personnel to include job assignment, safety supervision, inspection of work performed and vehicle/equipment use and maintenance
• Assist with planning, directing and controlling disaster emergency response operations as determined by laws, codes and regulations
• Assist in coordinating emergency operations with other departmental heads
• Assist with departmental activities and developing internal policies and controls
• Assist with the development and implementation of new jobs, projects or functions
• Maintain effective working relationship with Alabama Municipal Electrical Authority and Alabama Power Company to ensure reliable and competitive power availability for municipal power customers
• Perform routine labor as required
• Perform all other job related duties as assigned by Superintendent

Job Requirements:

• Be a graduate from an accredited high school or have GED
• Post-secondary certificate or degree desirable, with leadership or supervisory courses a plus
• Successful candidate will have a minimum of 3-4 years in the distribution line work area
• Must obtain CPR certification 
• Possess a valid Alabama driver’s license and CDL – as well as a driving record suitable for insurability
• Must have knowledge of the principles, practices, methods and equipment employed in modern electrical power construction and supply
• Have extensive knowledge of the geography of the City and its power supply jurisdiction as well as the location of primary and secondary distribution sites
• Must work well in a team environment with the ability to develop good working relationships
• Must have good communication skills, both oral and written
• Have the ability to analyze and evaluate situations under extreme duress and direct effective courses of action
• Ability to work well with the general public and other City employees 
• Ability to understand plans, blueprints, manuals, directives, instructions and procedures
• Possess basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Willing to work non-standard hours and overtime as required 
• Willing to travel overnight to attend continuing education courses and workshops as required
• Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the position (walking, standing, squatting, bending, twisting, kneeling and lift a minimum of 75 pounds) 
• Performing manual tasks for extended periods of time and in unfavorable weather conditions (temperatures of over 90 degrees and below 32 degrees)          

Job Posting:  3/6/23 – 3/17/23

City Employees interested in this position should contact Kathy Railey at 256-329-6782.  Seniority alone will not be the determining factor. Applicants must meet all requirements.

External applicants may apply at the Municipal Complex, or may apply online at the alexandercityal.gov.

The City of Alexander City is an Equal Opportunity Employer