JOB PURPOSE:
The Manager, Hydro Licensing oversees the FERC license implementation and relicensing activities for the District including preparation of all FERC relicensing materials and strategic planning. This position manages the work of license specialists(s) and senior license specialist(s), relicensing Project Managers, consultants and legal advisors as well as serves as the principal contact between the District and federal, state, and local regulatory agencies to ensure accurate and efficient flow of information and cooperation for the relicensing process.

QUALIFICATIONS:   Bachelor’s degree (B.S., B.A.) from a college or university; or the equivalent and at least 10 years experience managing large complex projects. FERC hydropower licensing experience preferred. Proven experience working with regulatory agencies preferred.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
In addition to a competitive salary range of $111,750 – $149,000 (based on qualifications, skills and abilities), Chelan PUD employees also enjoy outstanding benefits which include the option of a zero cost medical plan, short and long-term disability, Washington State Public Employee’s Retirement System, Deferred Compensation (with company matching funds up to 5%), 11 holidays and initial personal leave accrual at 21 days per year.

ABOUT US
Chelan County PUD is located in Wenatchee at the geographical center of Washington State at the confluence of the Columbia and Wenatchee rivers. Wenatchee is the fourth-safest small city in the nation and was rated by Sunset Magazine as one of the top 20 Western DREAM TOWNS and by Forbes in 2017 as one of the top 25 places to retire, Wenatchee is a recreational paradise.

Chelan PUD is a public power leader, the complex and progressive nature of PUD operations offer a unique mix of challenges and opportunities. We rely on the mighty Columbia River for much of our hydropower generation and we’re proud to take a leadership role in environmental stewardship as related to this great river system. Each year we dedicate millions of dollars and thousands of work hours to protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plant ecosystems. As part of hydropower operations, we’ve also built 14 parks that serve more than 3 million visitors each year.

Chelan PUD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce. M/F/Vet/Disabled

TO APPLY
Apply online at http://www.chelanpud.org/about-us/careers