Head of Business Operations - Remote

Supervisor, Wind Operations
PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.

Directs the activities of wind generation technicians, wind generation contractors and wind generation technician crew leaders to achieve safe, efficient, environmentally compliant and cost-effective wind powered electrical generation. Responsible for selecting, coaching, and developing employees, implements and supports Company programs and policies.
Ensure compliance with company environmental and wildlife avian policies, procedures, permits, and associated regulations.
Oversee day-to-day work of wind environmental/wildlife internal and contract technicians. Coordinate with wind environmental leadership team on implementation, procedures, and compliance requirements.
Hold supervised employees and contractors accountable to work safely, productively, and in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
Oversee avian and other wildlife surveys, environmental monitoring, and avian curtailment activities at wind plant facilities.
Supervise internal and/or contract employees within the guidelines of the applicable working agreements and enforce.
As assigned by a wind environmental manager and/or director, responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, coaching, and development of employees.
Assist with preparation of Scope of Work documents necessary to obtain contractor work. Deliver training and provide guidance to operations staff, environmental technicians and contractors.
Build and maintain cooperative working relationships with other departments, including Operations, and regulatory agencies.
Implement business objectives, strategies and plans.
Adhere to local, state, and federal guidelines, permits, and regulations.
Review environmental/wildlife data collection. Develop or update policy and processes to ensure environmental compliance, as needed and under direction of wind environmental leadership.
Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Wildlife Biology or Environmental Sciences; A minimum of five years of experience in the wildlife field, preferably related to energy generation.
Knowledge and understanding of environmental aspects related to wind energy generation, particularly eagles and other wildlife.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local governmental environmental laws and regulations, including BGEPA, MBTA, and ESA.
Data gathering, analysis and interpretation skills.
Writing skills.
Proficient with the use of personal computers including spreadsheet, database, word processing, and presentation applications to gather, analyze, and present information.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to communicate expectations, provide feedback, work collaboratively with other departments, and consult with internal and external customers regarding matters which may be sensitive in nature.
Ability to travel as needed for project site visits, internal trainings, audits, and meetings.
Ability to work safely in remote conditions.
Must be flexible and available in responding to after-hour emergencies.
Commitment and dedication to manage projects or assignments through completion.
Leadership and teamwork skills to develop and promote cooperative working relationships within their crew, contractors and among departments.
Masters degree in related field.
Knowledge of wind plant operations and wind plant systems.
Experience leading complex projects.
GIS skills.
At PacifiCorp, we understand that living a healthy lifestyle isn’t just about your physical health — your mental, financial, and social wellbeing also play an important role. That’s why we offer a wide range of benefits designed to help you live a more balanced lifestyle
Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• For union employees, matching contributions vary by union. Life insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) - Time off varies by employee type (Union or Non-Union)
• Paid short-term disability leave and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program supporting mental and emotional wellbeing

We embrace diversity and value the distinct perspectives of all our employees. It is PacifiCorp's policy to provide and promote equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations governing personnel activities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity.

Operations Manager, Compliance, Wind Energy, Sustainability, Operations, Legal, Energy