Assistant Power Dispatcher Salary $45.86 - $49.53 Hourly Location Seattle, WA Job Type Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time Department Seattle City Light Job Number 2018-00372 Closing 3/27/2018 4:00 PM Pacific * Description * Benefits * Questions Position Description Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation's largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. Seattle City Light has an opportunity for a safety-focused, detail-oriented Assistant Power Dispatcher to join the System Operations Center. The System Operations Center is a 24-hour operation and plays a critical function in the real-time operation of Seattle City Light (SCL) hydroelectric projects and municipal electric power system. Under supervision, the Assistant Power Dispatcher will receive training in how to monitor and coordinate the Seattle City Light electrical distribution system for voltages up to and including 34.5 KV. This position will receive substantial training in safety methods and practices associated with dispatching work, in part, by conducting field visits to investigate problems, verify equipment status, properly identify locations of equipment failures and carry out related field duties. Under direction, this role will receive initial training in load scheduling work. This includes training experiences in how to estimate and schedule hourly load requirements and maintain data bases for load estimates and records of inter- utility energy transfers. This class represents the initial training level in the Power Dispatcher class series. Positions at this level carry out field work and varied automated and manual record keeping functions related to dispatching and scheduling work. As their work progresses, such positions receive training in an increasingly broad and responsible range of dispatching duties. This position will report to the Chief Power Dispatcher, Distribution. Job Responsibilities The Assistant Power Dispatcher's work requires familiarity with DC and AC theory, electrical generation, transmission and distribution principles, hazards and safety standards and procedures associated with work around generation, transmission and distribution equipment. The Assistant Power Dispatcher is familiar with the tools, materials, equipment and standards used in Seattle City Light's power system. They are knowledgeable about the common causes of electrical transmission, distribution and service problems, and residential wiring practices. The work requires the ability to use computer monitoring systems, maintain accurate and detailed numerical records, weather information and related data, and read and update maps and technical drawings related to utility systems. The work requires the ability to think clearly and make sound judgments under difficult conditions, accurately analyze and identify problems in the face of conflicting and incomplete information, and appropriately prioritize the handling of problems and objectives. Assistant Power Dispatchers learn and follow specific safety and technical guidelines and procedures, and take most actions under the direct supervision of a higher level Dispatcher. As training progresses, there are increasing opportunities for formulating judgments in the application of guidelines to resolve problems and to take actions involving crew safety and power restoration. Assistant Power Dispatchers coordinate work as directed and authorized by higher level Dispatchers and with customer service, distribution, maintenance and repair personnel within City Light, as well as outside utility staff as necessary to exchange information. Job Responsibilities include: * Conducts field trips to verify the configuration or status of equipment. Investigates equipment failures, verifies their location and otherwise carries out field work primarily concerned with the safety of repair crews; * Receives training and increasingly broad experience in dispatching activities under the direction of a higher level Dispatcher; * Assists Power Dispatchers in updating feeder maps, quarter section maps, the system status board and geographical roll map, and special maps of residential and commercial underground systems and downtown networks. Also assists in updating drawings and maps of substations and various equipment such as circuit breakers and transformers; * Conducts research for special projects and writes related reports; and * Performs other related duties of a comparable level and as appropriate for training purposes. Work Environment/Physical Demands: * May be required to be on call 24 hours per day to respond to emergency situations. * Required to work nights, evenings, weekends and holidays. * Required to work in an enclosed environment for the duration of shift. * May be required to stand or bend for extended periods of time. * May be required to work around energized equipment and high voltages. Qualifications Requires a minimum of two years experience in a journey level electrical trades position. (Two years experience as an electrical engineer or any other comparable combination of training, education and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.) The Navy Nuclear Electrician Mate and Navy Nuclear Electronics Technician six-year programs meet the qualifications for Assistant Power Dispatcher. Certification/License: Current State of Washington driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility. Desired Qualifications: Ability to work in a team environment, and perform work and make quick decisions in high pressure situations. Additional Information Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process including the completion of a background check which includes criminal history and driving history review. Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: http://www.seattle.gov/light/. The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: http://www.seattle.gov/jobs/benefits.asp 01 Please indicate your highest level of education: * High School Diploma/GED * Some College * Associate's Degree * Bachelor's Degree * Master's Degree * Juris Doctorate (JD) * None of the above 02 If you have a degree, what was your field of study / concentration? 03 Please select the option that best describes your journey-level electrical trades experience. * No experience * Less than 2 years * 2 - 4 years * More than 4 years 04 If you answered Yes to the previous question, please describe the apprenticeship program you completed, including where you completed the training and length of time of the program. If you answered No to the previous question, please enter N/A. 05 Have you successfully completed an accredited electrical trades apprenticeship program? * Yes * No 06 Which of the following best describes your professional experience as an electrical engineer? * I do not have electrical engineering experience * Less than 2 years * 2 - 4 years * More than 4 years 07 Have you completed either the Navy Nuclear Electrician Mate or Navy Nuclear Electronics Technician six-year program? * Yes * No 08 In this position, you may be required to be on call 24 hours per day to respond to emergency situations. You will be required to work nights, evenings, weekends and holidays and to work in an enclosed environment for the duration of 12 hour shift. You may be required to stand or bend for extended periods of time. Additionally, you may be required to work around energized equipment and high voltages. Are you willing and able to work under these conditions? * Yes * No 09 Please explain how you meet the required and desired qualifications for this position. 10 Do you have a valid Washington State Drivers License? * Yes * No, but I can obtain a valid Washington State Drivers License by the time of hire. * No, and I will not be able to obtain a valid Washington State Drivers License. 11 If you are selected to advance in this hiring process, you will be asked to obtain a Complete 5-Year Driving Record from the Department of Licensing. We will consider all traffic tickets and convictions that you have received within the past 5 years, and we will score them as follows: 0 Points: Parking Tickets 1 Point Each Violation: Any moving violation, collision, stop sign, defective equipment, speeding, seat belt, failure to signal, cell phone any and all moving violations. 4 Points Each Violation: Suspended license, negligent driving, reckless driving, racing. 5 Points Each Violation: hit and run, vehicular assault, any DUI or alcohol related offense. If your total score is over 3 points, it is highly unlikely that the City of Seattle will hire you for a job that involves driving. If requested, can you submit a Complete 5-Year Driving Record with an acceptable driving history? * Yes * No * I am a "current" regular City of Seattle employee and a driving record is not required Required Question Agency City of Seattle Address Seattle Municipal Tower 700 5th Avenue, Suite 5500 Seattle, Washington, 98104. 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