Omaha Public Power District

System Operations Specialist

LocationOmaha, NE
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$101,483-$109,179

About This Job


Responsibilities



Summary:

This position monitors and maintains the system electrical operational model of OPPD¿s Operations Management System (OMS) as it relates to the real-time configuration of the District¿s T&D electrical system, ensuring maximum continuity of electric service to customer-owners. The incumbent also supports the day-to-day operation of the Distribution Operations dispatch function by participating in switching in accordance with the District¿s Electric Operations Hold Order System, contributing to a safe work environment for field personnel. This position also maintains the real-time functional accuracy of the historical outage database and Departmental records, providing support to the Distribution Operator as well as information to various OPPD departments and customers.


Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the Lead Distribution Operations and System Operators to monitor and maintain electric system functional integrity by analyzing both scheduled and emergent changes to the system, ensuring their correct representation within the OMS operational model to ensure maximum continuity of electric service to customer-owners


2. Provide technical assistance in support of the various clerical, drafting, and design aspects involved to maintain accurate and complete historical records (computer and hardcopy) of all electric system information (including GIS data, OMS circuit records, Substation prints and one-line diagrams).


3.Participate in the planning and accurate documentation of distribution switching to maintain electric system integrity, as well as field worker safety in compliance with the District¿s Hold Order System, Grounding and Switching Procedures, by creating and managing daily ticket listing for transmission and distribution operations activities.



Qualifications



Required:

A required minimum of two (2) years¿ technical degree or equivalent work experience in Energy Delivery or Customer Service Operations, including the ability to read and interpret complex circuit and one-line diagrams.


Experience in distribution/transmission power systems, electrical engineering (or related areas) and a working knowledge of commonly used software applications (Asset Suite, PeopleSoft).


Familiarity with or the ability to acquire knowledge of OPPD¿s EMS, OMS, CAD (mobile computing), ARCOS, GIS, CC&B (Customer Care & Billing), T&D Equipment Database is highly desirable.


Leadership skills and the ability to make rapid, accurate and reliable decisions.


Above average written and oral communication skills.


The proven ability to perform under extremely stressful conditions on a daily basis (possibly for extended periods of time) while performing in a calm, professional manner while utilizing excellent customer service skills with all internal and external customer inquiries is required.


Availability for overtime work as required.


Working Shift Hours:

(4) 10-hour shifts, Thursday night through Monday morning.


6pm Thursday night to 4am Friday morning


6pm Friday night to 4am Saturday morning


6pm Saturday night to 4am Sunday morning


6pm Sunday night to 4am Monday morning


Closing Statement



Salary:


Minimum: $101,483


Midpoint: $109,179


At Omaha Public Power District, we¿re passionate about three things: power, the people who make it, and the people who rely on it.

WE ARE: Where the Light Starts. OPPD is the 12th-largest public power utility in the U.S., serving over 850,000 people across 5,000 square miles and 13 counties.

WE¿RE COMMITTED TO: Each other and the people we serve. This commitment drives us. We¿re dedicated to providing our communities with affordable, reliable, and environmentally sensitive energy services today, tomorrow, and well into the future.

OUR JOB: To provide power with a purpose. We have real impact - on people¿s lives, on the environment, and on the future of energy. We¿re always looking for bright, capable people who want an opportunity to lead from where you are¿wherever you are¿ and know that your ideas will be heard. If you want to be a source of real, positive change for the community and the people who live in this region, then working for a company acknowledged for caring about these same things is likely a priority for you as well.


Org Marketing Statement



EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability


How To Apply


Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before May 09, 2025.


Recruiter: Drew Ray - alray@oppd.com #LI-RA

PLEASE NOTE - Your application has not been submitted unless you have applied for a specific requisition. If you have not chosen a specific opening, your application will remain in 'DRAFT' form and will not be viewed by our Human Capital staff.


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