Assistant Director, Electric Utility

Columbia, MO

Full Time

Senior Manager/Supervisor

Assistant Director, Electric Utility

City of Columbia, Missouri

The City of Columbia, Missouri is seeking an experienced and visionary leader to serve as Assistant Director of Electric Utility. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing community, work with a highly dedicated team, and play a key role in advancing the future of Columbia’s public power system.

About Columbia, Missouri

Centrally located between Kansas City and St. Louis, Columbia (population 128,555) is a vibrant college town and the county seat of Boone County. Home to the University of Missouri, Stephens College, and Columbia College, the city offers an exceptional quality of life, strong schools, and numerous cultural, educational, and outdoor recreational opportunities. With a thriving economy rooted in education, healthcare, research, technology, and manufacturing, Columbia has been recognized as one of the best places to live, work, learn, and play.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Utilities, the Assistant Director of Electric Utility will:

Provide leadership in planning, directing, and organizing daily operations of the electric utility division.
Oversee personnel, operations, customer service, facilities, capital improvements, maintenance, and engineering functions.
Support implementation of strategic initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
Manage division budgets and assist with annual operating and capital budget preparation.
Represent the department before City Council, advisory boards, and community stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with safety standards and deliver exceptional customer service to residents and businesses.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
7–9 years of utility operations experience, including prior supervisory/management experience.
Experience in electrical utility operations strongly preferred.
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.
Valid driver’s license required.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will bring:

Strong knowledge of electrical generation, transmission, and distribution.
Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate teams and foster collaboration.
Experience managing budgets and complex projects.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
A commitment to safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: $106,506 – $164,019 (midpoint $135,263)
Comprehensive benefits package (see 2025 Benefits Guide).
Residency in Columbia, Missouri, is preferred.

Additional Information

Finalists will undergo background and credit checks, which may include criminal history, driving record, education verification, and personality profile assessments.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume/CV via:
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📧 [email protected]

For questions, contact:
Jill Hobbs, Executive Recruiter
(270) 331-7875

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Assistant Director, Electric Utility

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