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Arizona Public Service Supervisor Information Technology Distribution Maintenance - SCADA in PHOENIX, Arizona
Supervisor Information Technology Distribution Maintenance - SCADA
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Date: Feb 27, 2025
Location: PHOENIX, AZ, US, 85003-2445
Company: APS
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Summary
Supervisor Information Technology Distribution Maintenance - SCADA
Are you a skilled leader with expertise in SCADA systems and distribution automation? Join us as a Supervisor, IT Distribution Maintenance – SCADA, where you'll oversee a team dedicated to maintaining and optimizing critical Distribution SCADA (DSCADA) systems that power the grid.
What You’ll Do:
Team Leadership & Operations Management: Lead and develop a team of SCADA analysts responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting SCADA devices, ensuring seamless integration with Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) and other applications like YUKON and YFA.
SCADA System Maintenance & Support: Oversee the testing, commissioning, and lifecycle management of SCADA devices , including line devices, substation equipment, and post-breaker cutover systems .
Strategic Workforce Planning & Development: Manage team resources effectively, focusing on skill development, operational excellence, and continuous improvement to support evolving grid technology needs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal teams to enhance SCADA system performance , streamline workflows, and ensure compliance with IT guidelines and architecture standards .
If you're ready to lead a dynamic team and drive innovation in SCADA technology, apply now for the Supervisor, IT Distribution Maintenance – SCADA role!
Minimum Requirements
Supervisor Information Technology Distribution Maintenance - SCADA
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science or related field from
PLUS eight (8) years of related experience with Distribution line of business applications in the area of SCADA.
In lieu of Bachelor's degree, a combination of education and experience equaling 12 years is required.
Demonstrated leadership/lead skills required.
Demonstrated experience in project management.
Experience in information systems methodologies, systems guidelines and architectures, and technologies.
Preferred Special Skills, Knowledge or Qualifications
Prior supervisory experience. High quality oral, written and presentation communication skills, interpersonal and people management skills.
Experience in support of information systems applications, distributed environments, network architecture and sub-systems.
Understanding of the company's organizational and operating structure.
Familiarity with business units supported by IT and the services they deliver.
Thorough understanding of IT process, procedures and deliverables.
Excellent teamwork and collaborative skills.
Major Accountabilities
1) Ensures 24/7 client support for SCADA systems consistent with business partner agreements and expectations. Ensures preferred SCADA technical architecture and business requirements are balanced to provide effective information and communication systems solutions, sound architecture, and cross-system integration objectives.
2) Leads the team in the resolution of technical issues by identifying, recommending and implementing appropriate solutions.
3) Manages work group costs within approved budget. Continually works to improve department work processes.
4) Supports unit level strategic plans that align with corporate and Information Technology plans. Supports client planning process and prioritization for systems technology implementation. Assigns, directs, facilitates, reviews and approves unit work activities to ensure effectiveness and productivity of the work unit. Maintains knowledge and understanding of business processes. Leads work activities to meet client expectations.
5) Develops and retains a highly skilled technical team by implementing performance management program and ensuring staff has the technical and business skills to support the objectives of the organization. Develops team and guides their efforts to continually improve the delivery of system solutions. Provides feedback, coaching and training and development opportunities to create a high performing team.
Export Compliance / EEO Statement
This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.
Home Based: Home based employees primarily work from their home offices and come into an APS facility on an as-needed basis.
*Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
*Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
*Role types are subject to change based on business need.