Senior Specialist

Orange & Rockland
$$95,000.00- $130,000.00
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), employee discount
United States, New York, Spring Valley
390 West Route 59 (Show on map)
May 19, 2025
The Electric Operations Storm Response group seeks a highly motivated individual to be part of its team. The Senior Specialist works directly with Orange & Rockland operating organizations and assists them with storm response preparation activities in alignment with storm response action plans. These proactive efforts will incorporate industry best practices and are designed to help ensure compliance with the Electric Emergency Response Plan as well as PSC and BPU regulations. General responsibilities of this position include integrating people, technology, and process improvements to enhance storm outcomes for both internal and external stakeholders Core Responsibilities Create and revise documentation to support existing storm processes. Develop training programs and exercises to enhance operational knowledge in executing system emergency assignments (SEAs). Collaborate with Emergency Preparedness and other departments to ensure SEAs match employees skill sets. Implement action items from internal and external lessons learned discussions. Benchmark with other utilities and companies. Facilitate standardization for business processes by building and maintaining networks of key users. Support governance of storm processes across company organizations during ICS event mobilizations. Recommend appropriate training for personnel on storm response and business processes. Partner with O&R business teams, CECONY Storm Planning & Response team, and IT on business requirements, design, testing, and implementations of various IT applications/softwares. Administer access to O&R applications and conduct regular audits of user access. Required Education/Experience Bachelor's Degree Technical degrees in Engineering, Management, Information Technology or Computer Science. and 3 years of related experience or High School Diploma/GED and 5 years related experience Relevant Work Experience Experience with electric distribution system planning, construction, and operations. Required Ability to conduct presentations to large audiences is an integral part of the job. Required Must have strong proficiency in computer applications such as MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Projects), as well as other company software systems. Required Ability to effectively and positively interact with all levels of management, customers, vendors, regulatory agencies, etc. is essential in this dynamic position. Required Must have good communication, negotiation, and organizational skills. Required Project management, operational experience, forecasting and capital program experience. Required Licenses and Certifications Driver's License Required Additional Physical Demands The selected candidate will be assigned a System Emergency Assignment (i.e., an emergency response role) and will be expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays. Must be able and willing to travel within Company service territory, as needed. Mission Statement: Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. (Con Edison), Orange & Rockland Utilities (O&R), and Consolidated Edison Transmission (CET) employees are required to follow health, safety, and environmental policies, EEO, Standards of Business Conduct, and all other applicable company policy and procedures. We all share a responsibility to advance the company's mission by excelling at our three corporate priorities - safety of our people and the public, operational excellence in all that we do, and ensuring the best possible customer experience. Benefits: We are dedicated to supporting the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families. This commitment extends beyond the workplace to foster personal growth and holistic wellbeing. Our life-changing rewards package includes: Rich medical & pharmacy benefits, including vision benefits Dental benefits Health Savings Accounts Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) with robust matching Employer paid Pension Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a generous matching contribution State of the art Employee Assistance Program Paid Parental Leave Generous paid time off plus paid holidays Family support: emergency backup child, & elder care assistance Social responsibility and volunteer opportunities Employee discount program Commuter Benefits Culture of growth and learning: career development; tuition reimbursement; recognition program Life and Long-Term Disability Benefits *Please be aware that some benefits may not apply to provisional or part-time job titles.