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Manager - Vegetation Management

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Title
Manager - Vegetation Management

Organization
Avangrid

Job detail

Department: Department T&D Support A

listing title: Manager - Vegetation Management

Reports To: Senior Director, Electric Operations

Employer : NY State Electric & Gas

Job location: Ithaca, NY; Binghamton, NY; Liberty, NY; Oneonta, NY; Brewster, NY; Mechanicville, NY and Plattsburgh, NY.

The base income range for this position is $107,254.00 to $139,431.00 and is dependent upon practice and location

Job Summary

Has direct oversight of the NYSEG/RGE Electric Distribution system maintenance. Additionally, this position will support the development, direction, and coordination of all corporate vegetation management programs to ensure they are cost-effective, environmentally acceptable, and customer-focused. Acts as Company contact with state or federal agencies for issues related to vegetation management. Responsible for program planning and budget management.

Major functions & Responsibilities


   » Develops corporate policies, procedures, and specifications for vegetation management programs to ensure uniform practices and regulatory compliance. Audits a wide variety of field operations to ensure corporate standards are met and are contributing to corporate goals.
   » Develops contract specifications and negotiate contracts related to vegetation management. Manage contract specifications.
   » Develops and maintains a system of records that measures line clearance and vegetation management costs, productivity, and effectiveness. Coordinate training of line clearance personnel.
   » Review all local, state, and federal laws and regulations that impact the Company’s Vegetation Management Program and ensure compliance. Testify at hearings or in court cases as required.
   » Recommends, justifies, tracks, and administers vegetation management budgets and develops revenue enhancement opportunities.
   » Promotes community forestry to address utility line clearance within service territory and develops programs that promote a positive environmental image.
   » Coordinates movements of tree crews during power restoration efforts. Provides presentations on utility vegetation management.

Qualifications
Job Requirements - Education & practice Required

Bachelor's degree in Forestry, Environmental Studies, or Biological Studies with 5 years significant practice required or associate degree in Forestry, Environmental Studies, Biological Studies with 7 years significant practice required.
broad expertise of current utility arboriculture practices and herbicide technology including bare groundwork, mode of action, and application methods.
expertise of proper pruning techniques and national standards.
expertise of Company circuits, protection devices/power delivery systems, corporate policies, and construction standards.

expertise/Abilities - Excellent communication expertise, both written and verbal.
Able to work effectively with business software applications.
Able to budget, allocate resources, and monitor spending for diverse programs at remote locations.
Strong managerial expertise.
Able to communicate with internal and external customers.

Competencies
Develop Self & Others
Empower to grow
Collaborate and Share
Be a function model
Focus on achieving results
Be agile
Technical expertise

Mobility Information
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country

AVANGRID's employment practices and policies are geared to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. At AVANGRID we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, discapability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you are an individual with a discapability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at careers@avangrid.com

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Job Type
Full Time practiced

Location
Ithaca, New YorkUnited States

Posted on
2024-04-19

Expires on
2024-06-18

Desired Start Date
Not provided

How to submit the application:
Apply via this link: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/3820779248/?refId=73a1cfc1-2d3d-4f2a-9de 2-5426e09354e5&trackingId=cTpsCreHSUavjOTfF3OuHg%3D%3D

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Salary: Unspecified
Degree: Unspecified
Experience (year): Unspecified
Job Location: Ithaca, New York
Address: Ithaca
Company Type Employer
Post Date: 05/11/2024 / Viewed 270 times
Contact Information
Company: Avangrid
Contact Email: careers@avangrid.com


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