Senior Planner

Summary Accountable for the daily management and coordination of NYPA's overall operations, including: Overseeing, monitoring, and evaluating the operational performance; directing the preparation of operating budgets and proposals for capital expenditure and investments in infrastructure, technology, equipment, systems, or other assets and resources; analyzing and approving operational investments that best meet the organization's business needs. Responsible for maintenance adherence and resource utilization. Supports facility operations and maintenance departments by providing critical decision making skills as it relates to the oversight and management of NYPA's preventative maintenance management programs. Responsibilities Accountable to the New York Power Authority (NYPA) for the successful execution of his/her responsibilities in furtherance of: NYPA's North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability Standards Compliance program as set forth in Corporate Policies CP 10-4 and CP 2-9. NYPA's Asset Management Policy Company Policy CP 10-5. NYPA's NERC Reliability Standards Compliance Responsibility Matrix established and managed pursuant to Utility Operations Business Unit Policy O-TC-01-000 NERC and NPCC Reliability Standards Compliance Program and procedure O-TC-01-005 Compliance Responsibility. Development and implementation of short term (6-week min) and long term resource loaded schedules to support O&M and capital activities. Develop job plans and technical maintenance procedures consistent with the reliability centered maintenance program, by using established work techniques Plan work tasks utilizing established methods, policies and procedures and ensure resources are scheduled in a timely manner so that work can be performed effectively, minimizing delays, increasing resource utilization within budgetary constraints while maintaining quality. Determine the number of resources to be utilized on work orders by developing and providing credible estimates including labor, materials, duration, crew size, and contracted work costs. NYPA Clearance and Protection Procedure CPP-1 Holder/Requester (within 3 years of employment within Planner hierarchy) Support the Regional Asset Management Plan. Ensure assets are properly maintained by scheduling preventative maintenance plans, corrective maintenance, or capital improvement work. Promote the goals and benefits of Asset Management and develop "line of sight" awareness through training and communications. Support on-going risk analysis using key risk indicators and other risk identification methods considering both likelihood and impact of risks; support the develop of formal risk response plans for risks above accepted risk appetite levels as prescribed in the AM Risk Framework Support and execute procedures details in NYPA's Asset Maintenance Manual. Participate in the effort for developing schedules that will create proposed outage dates to Operations per NYISO requirements. Analyze equipment performance and, in conjunction with Maintenance Departments, recommended equipment performance improvements. Assist in developing junior level Planners. Function as a Lead Outage Planner as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated experience with computer systems and software applications, including but not limited to: Maximo, Microsoft Office products, (Excel, Project, Word and Outlook), MS Project. Strong communication skills. Demonstrated ability to view tasks logically, break them down into essential requirements, and generate a solution to meet the project goals. Ability to identify and solve problems. Advanced experience reading and understanding technical drawings and manuals pertinent to complex electrical and mechanical equipment and civil works. Education, Experience and Certifications High school diploma required. 2-year AAS degree in a technical discipline or equivalent preferred. Minimum 8 years related utility, construction management, maintenance or planning experience required with HS Diploma OR Minimum of 6 years related utility, construction management, maintenance, or planning experience required with AAS Degree. Physical Requirements Approximately 25% travel, primarily within NYS, (Regional maintenance area for Central, Northern, Southern and Western New York, and Transmission right-of-way). Valid NYS Driver's License Ability to access all work areas, within the area of the Region's maintenance responsibility, (i.e., substations, powerhouses, transmission right-of-way, and support facilities) The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $110,000 - $151,800. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates' relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law. NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates' disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please .